1979

Today I heard the Smashing Pumpkins' song '1979' on my way to work.
While listening to it, I tried to recall the last time I remembered hearing that song. It dawned on me slowly, but with more than a hint of nostalgia; it had easily been over ten years since I'd heard the tune.

Today I heard the Smashing Pumpkins' song '1979' on my way to work.
Listening to it as I drove into a gorgeous sunrise, it took me back to a past I thought I'd laid to rest. Odd how a song can so easily transport us to another place and time, bring back ghosts believed released.

Today I heard the Smashing Pumpkins' song '1979' on my way to work.
As the sun rose steadily over the horizon, I wept for the vulnerable girl whose heart was broken, dreams dashed and world turned upside down while '1979' played in the background. She deserved better, whether she knew it or not.

Today I heard the Smashing Pumpkins' song '1979' on my way to work.
I sent up a prayer of thanks and gratitude, and a sigh of relief for the healing that only time can bring.

Today I heard the Smashing Pumpkins' song '1979' on my way to work. And towards the end, I sang along and allowed myself to remember what a great song it is.

Here's to the soundtrack of our lives!

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