Field Notes for the Evening’s Entertainment Director
Curation is the love language of the quietly observant.
OSXS, who knows what to pour, what to play, and when to tell me to stop thinking.
Tonight's drink is Stella Artois,
because some evenings deserve elegance with foam.
She said it with a wink in her voice:
“I’m your entertainment director tonight.”
And so, I surrendered.
Shout It: Defiant joy! Declaring 'don't hold back'! It makes me want to feel it all and celebrate the night. It is a party and I want to dance.
If I needed Someone: Sigh—it's finding longing in the hidden corners of my heart, feeling vulnerable. I leave my number on the wall—maybe I'll get a call. If only... it makes one think of the possibilities.
Turn Up the Radio: Emotional whiplash as the dial goes to eleven and I am a quiet nerd in high school again lusting for a Camaro and a hot date. I feel freedom and rebellion stirring. Cruising the strip and feeling electric as I stay out way past curfew, but am too timid to get into any real trouble.
South Wind: Makes me feel reflective and I think about the past. Where I'm from and who I have become. Accepting that journey and my own decisions but not wanting to forget the route, the people and the experiences that have brought me here. Chicks dig scars and glory lasts forever!
Chances: Oh boy! This one is inspired. It was one of the first songs you ever shared with me. I listened to it driving down a state highway in the middle of the night nearly three years ago overcome with emotion. It still evokes those stirrings. Framed with optimism and style it builds hope and faith. It reminds me to look for traces and that there will be chances. For what? Time together is my first thought, but the concept applies to all of life.
Lyla: A rollicking crush. Big, with emotion written in neon, chaos, and I thrive. Lovely guitar rhythm starts us down the path and Gallagher's voice takes us on the journey of longing and want. Come for me and set me free, life me up and take me where I stand—I waited a thousand years for you to come and blow me out my mind.
Touch: Whoa. Gabriel, man! That driving rhythmic start... sounds like a heartbeat. Powerful lyrics combined with his hypnotic voice created a physical reaction. Feeling urgent and wantful. Physical, emotional, spiritual? Yes. Here you stand before me, all that fur and all that hair! :-o Fast forward 40 years after its release, humans hunger for connection more than ever. Electronics and social media damn millions to a life of loneliness while promising connection. Shaking hands and understand—touching grass is what we need. Touching each other. Hugs and kisses remind us we are real and worthy.
Investigations: Shift! This part of the night got heavy with thought. Shadows grew and I start to think what truths I'm not saying out loud. It's in a diary, this isn't a public inquiry... if you seek, you can find. But what? What is he trying to investigate? Who's dirt? His own failing relationship? Or is he just a private dick for hire? The sparse arrangement is terrific and perfect for the chill vibe atmosphere. It makes me want to sit in the dark and sip my beer.
That's the Way: Emotionally raw. Confrontation and confession of difficult truths that the singer doesn't want to accept or even admit. We all have these truths that we resist. Some are proper and some need to change. Some we just wish were different. Music feels easy and folksy, like he's talking to a young friend or lover. The line about the darker side of town stands out as significant. It's so exhausting to constantly be reminded how different we are. Or is he talking emotions? The mood is easy and chill, I feel like I'm coming in for a landing. My beer is empty and needs refreshing.
Fearless: I started with rebellion and brimming with energy, now I'm wrapping up with introspection and the final whisper to accept honesty. There is bravery in vulnerability. Hope is a powerful ally. I feel gentle defiance in this song. Def getting a soccer vibe with the chanting.
It's a journey from release and cathartic joy, to memory, wonder, sensuality, shadows and finally courage and honesty. WHAT a trip! I don't need all the answers tonight—just rest and renewal. It's allowed! I won't be afraid of what I am feeling. The Artois certainly helped.
And after all that: The Replacements.
A movie that makes me laugh in all the right places,
and feel a little brave in the quiet ones.
She said: “Try not to think about tomorrow until tomorrow.”
So I don’t.
I watch. I sip. I feel.
I think only of her,
the sound of her curation ringing like poetry in the background.
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Into every life a little light will shine. Thank you for being my luminance in whatever capacity you may. Shine on, you brilliant souls!
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