I wonder if the artist ever lives his life—he is so busy recreating it.
—Anne Sexton
Sleep In Peace When Day Is Done
Sometimes I make a decision to change my life, uncertain of my choice, fearfully excited by the journey. Then in a small way I find the conviction of my decision, the courage to move in a different direction.
I was driving toward the beach, the sun was warming my soul, still twisted with the decision to change my living situation. I turned on the radio and a song by Nina Simone had just started.
Feeling Good *
Birds flying high You know how I feel
Sun in the sky You know how I feel
Reeds driftin' on by You know how I feel
It's a new dawn It's a new day It's a new life
For me And I'm feeling good
Fish in the sea You know how I feel
River running free You know how I feel
Blossom on the tree You know how I feel
It's a new dawn It's a new day It's a new life
For me And I'm feeling good
Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
Sleep in peace when day is done that’s what I mean
And this old world is a new world
And a bold world For me
Stars when you shine You know how I feel
Scent of the pine You know how I feel
Yeah freedom is mine And I know how I feel
It's a new dawn It's a new day It's a new life
For me And I'm feeling good
* Feeling Good. Artist: Nina Simone, Music & Lyrics: Anthony Newley, Leslie Bricusse, 1958.
Photo Credit: Feeling Good, SEPhillips, Digital Image, 2001.