I thought a pleasant troika ride through the snow would be appropriate for this time of year. It's my piano performance on a video I made about a year ago.
Music is by Tchaikovsky - a series of twelve piano pieces depicting the months - entitled The Seasons, op.37
The month November is called Troika.
Dead End
I wanted to brighten your day with the music (hopefully) - - before revealing the dead end reality of my dismal existence here in the forest.
Torrential rain for several days with howling winds. The wind was so strong that it blew my front door open overnight and I didn't discover it until dawn.
My health "issues" are so intense that I can hardly walk and lately I'm getting frequent aura migraines (among other things).
Supplies are low and so are my finances. I tried to start my car yesterday and it's completely dead - - probably because I haven't used it in a long time. Getting a new battery is an inevitable annoyance.....
You wouldn't want to hear the rest of the daily horrors that are torturing me.
Worst of all, very frigid temperatures are predicted for next week - - near zero at night and possible snow by Christmas.
I'm apprehensive about this (hell, I'm actually terrified), since my furnace isn't working and I'm relying solely on a few feeble space heaters. If the power goes out, I'm literally dead. I know I won't survive.
I had a fireplace when I lived in Texas.
I don't have a damn thing here.
Sorry for writing another depressing post, but I'm offering you grim reality.
I hope somebody will dare to visit this wretched blog once in awhile. It will give you a chance to be overwhelmed by my cursed misery - - and thank the Lord for the blessings and luxuries that you have.
Jon, shivering alone
video best viewed full screen
I am grateful that I have heat here, for sure! It is 14 degrees in a winter storm. I pray the electricity doesn't go out for you!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you're warm and cozy. It's unusual to get near-zero temperatures here this early in the season. If the power doesn't go out I'll hopefully be okay.
DeleteI enjoyed the music, Jon, and all the winter scenes especially the deer herd. No snow here just a lot of rain. Your situation is dire from what you wrote and of course you know there are a few faithful bloggers who will continue to visit despite the bleakness of your situation.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you enjoyed the video - - the deer herd is my favorite part, too. I'll try to keep writing updates concerning my dire situation (if I don't freeze first....). Many thanks for your concern.
DeleteI was hoping you'd share this video once more! (My computer's audio's kaput, but it still plays beautifully on my phone.)
ReplyDelete"Sorry" seems dang inadequate to express my feelings about your situation. Praying for a weather miracle ... and a few others thrown in for good measure.
This is one of my favorite piano videos. I'm sorry about your computer woes - but I'm glad you can hear it on the phone. I presently need all the prayers I can get.....thanks!
DeleteA beautiful and serene ride through the snow, the piano music enchanting.
ReplyDeleteI pray you are able to keep warm, close off all rooms that are not essential, are you able to ask your neighbors to help with your vehicle ?
Call the police for help, if not.
Jo
I have closed off the kitchen and my bedroom to keep them warm. The other rooms are like ice. Unfortunately I don't have any nearby neighbors - I'm really isolated. I'm going to order a new car battery online. If that doesn't work, I'll call my cousin or someone for help. Many thanks for your concern.
Deleteplease let me know where to send a few $$ to help.
ReplyDeletei know what it is like to feel isolated from everyone.
ron in wv
I truly appreciate the offer, but I'll manage somehow. Believe it or not, I've been through even worse things than this. A wholehearted thank you for thinking of me.
DeleteI hope you don't freeze. We have just had it here for a week. Now it is raining and the frost has gone. I have to keep the house warm to stop it freezing.
ReplyDeleteMy space heaters are doing a good job of keeping the rooms warm, but I just hope there isn't a power outage.
DeleteI enjoyed the Troika ride.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
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