To the Best of our Knowledge, a production of
Wisconsin Public Radio, aired a fascinating program this afternoon called: More Wonder! I listened intently, realizing the message
tied in perfectly with my desire to find my misplaced Christmas spirit. An astronomer was interviewed, as well as a
sound installation artist named Janet Cardiff, who creates awe-inspiring
settings with cascading, ethereal sounds.
It turns out we might all be running a bit low on wonder. What is innately found in children is often
slowly but surely stomped out by years of schooling, work and responsibilities. Slowing down to notice, listen, and absorb a
bit of wonder becomes increasingly difficult.
My middle son is a musician who just produced his first solo
album. I am in awe of his accomplishment. When I listen to his music, I sit very
quietly, absorbing the nuance of the words, the notes and the overall
sound - I feel a
hopefulness wash over me. It feels like
what I am seeking. With 24 days to go, I
will take that as a hopeful sign that I still might find my Christmas spirit.
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