BlueMoonWatch– Now at, West End Gallery
Once in a blue moon
Somethin’ good comes along
Once in a blue moon
Every thing’s not goin’ wrong
— Van Morrison, Once in a Blue Moon
Have lots on my plate this morning so wasn’t going to post anything today. But I thought I at least needed to note that today is February 29th.
Leap Day.
That odd extra day that pops up every four years, offering us hopes that it will inject some special oomph into the doldrums of winter. It usually doesn’t meet our expectations but the anticipation and hope it offers are its real thing. It’s up to us to take advantage of the opportunity given by this bonus day.
For some reason, I equated Leap Day with the idea of a Blue Moon. I guess it’s that both are relatively rare occurrences that offer us a chance for something new. Whatever the case, let’s listen to a Van Morrison tune, Once in a Blue Moon, from back in 2003. I am somewhat torn about Van Morrison. I have long heard accounts of him being an egomaniacal dick but his descent into the world of conspiracy theory in recent years had me wondering if I could indeed separate the art from the artist. Personal feelings aside on his conduct and opinions, his work has often been marvelous throughout a very long career.
Give a listen and enjoy your bonus day.
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