Redundant, indeed. HOWEVER, Don MacLean's flawless voice is so evocative of the early 70s ... an anthem. Really takes me back in memory to strange and wonderful times. Thank you Michael.
Leaves me meddling in my mind of attributes of being. Existence of creation and then being dissolves in darkness a different creation takes light to a new height of consciousness. Paintings exquisite , expressed with words from a field of dreams.
A beautiful and very sad song with some fantastic lyrics. Vincent has always been a favorite of mine too. Other singers have sung that song but Don McLean definitely 'owns' it. The story of Van Gogh's life was indeed a tragic one. - Jim
I didn't know he shot himself. I like his paintings but don't think I would have liked him. Can't listen to the song yet...warned its too much for this early in the morning.
It is amazing how we Substackers come up with so many similar writings. Whether we are thinking along the same lines or we inspire memories and ideas in each other doesn't really matter. It's just a rich, fertile garden to be growing.
I agree. It is the best part of Substack ,the community that is developed. Out of many thousands, I have found a small cohort of like minds to be a part of. I love it.
I was not prepared to be so moved. The desperate prose-poem, some of the most distinctive and recognizable paintings in history, your fitting tribute and, of course, the timeless "Vincent" by Don McLean. Wow, Sharron.
This. All of it…so moving. Such a tragic story of a genius. And the mental torture he endured, until he could no longer. Your words and pictures brought me to tears, and the music just did me in! Love, love, love this, sweet Sharron!
Only 37 and so tortured. I don't remember the details of his life, but there is a book by Irving Stone (AND a film, 1956!) Lust For Life. I will be revisiting it soon as a reminder
Nicely done, Sharron, with beautiful descriptors. When I read the caption of the photograph Starry NIght Over the Rhone, I began to hum Don McLean's song. Then you featured it later. We old :).
“Though I often can’t put a name to it, the song reveals something hidden in me. I would imagine I am not alone in this.” You are not … 🙌 thank you for making me see Van Gogh once again.
Thanks so much for subscribing to 🌿Leaves, Rostislava. I hope you will continue to find things you like to read over here in this little corner of Substack. You are most welcome!
Redundant, indeed. HOWEVER, Don MacLean's flawless voice is so evocative of the early 70s ... an anthem. Really takes me back in memory to strange and wonderful times. Thank you Michael.
Leaves me meddling in my mind of attributes of being. Existence of creation and then being dissolves in darkness a different creation takes light to a new height of consciousness. Paintings exquisite , expressed with words from a field of dreams.
Thank you, Richard.
A beautiful and very sad song with some fantastic lyrics. Vincent has always been a favorite of mine too. Other singers have sung that song but Don McLean definitely 'owns' it. The story of Van Gogh's life was indeed a tragic one. - Jim
Thanks, Jim! So many memories...
I didn't know he shot himself. I like his paintings but don't think I would have liked him. Can't listen to the song yet...warned its too much for this early in the morning.
Thank you, Kate, my friend.
You bring out the beauty and poignancy of human existence with awakening a bouquet of creativity. I love the directness and honesty
Thanks so much, Jill!
People like you inspire optimism for the future. Such heart is moving.
Well, gosh, I hope that is true, Jill! Thank you
Very nice. Such a sad life he led, and music touches us in such special ways. Great piece!
Thank you, Linda ( I have written about the storm photo you sent me. Great picture!)
I always look forward to your weekend words no matter the number of minutes. From a Field of Poppies….its beautiful…thank you for sharing your gift.😌
Andrew, my old friend! Nice to hear from you. Thanks for your kind words.
I could feel this one, Sharron. So sad Van Gogh was such a troubled man inside.
He certainly left the world a legacy, didn't he!
It is amazing how we Substackers come up with so many similar writings. Whether we are thinking along the same lines or we inspire memories and ideas in each other doesn't really matter. It's just a rich, fertile garden to be growing.
I agree. It is the best part of Substack ,the community that is developed. Out of many thousands, I have found a small cohort of like minds to be a part of. I love it.
I was not prepared to be so moved. The desperate prose-poem, some of the most distinctive and recognizable paintings in history, your fitting tribute and, of course, the timeless "Vincent" by Don McLean. Wow, Sharron.
Yeow! Thank you, Jim. I appreciate your support so much.
This. All of it…so moving. Such a tragic story of a genius. And the mental torture he endured, until he could no longer. Your words and pictures brought me to tears, and the music just did me in! Love, love, love this, sweet Sharron!
Wow! Thank you, Sharon. I am glad this touched you in a deeper place.
Well captured in 50 words.
We went to a huge van Gogh exhibit in Melbourne last year. It was a great experience. Learned a lot. Tragic that he didn't live longer.
Only 37 and so tortured. I don't remember the details of his life, but there is a book by Irving Stone (AND a film, 1956!) Lust For Life. I will be revisiting it soon as a reminder
Nicely done, Sharron, with beautiful descriptors. When I read the caption of the photograph Starry NIght Over the Rhone, I began to hum Don McLean's song. Then you featured it later. We old :).
We old. We still full of life.
Hearts! .💕❤️💕❤️💕
“Though I often can’t put a name to it, the song reveals something hidden in me. I would imagine I am not alone in this.” You are not … 🙌 thank you for making me see Van Gogh once again.
Thanks so much for subscribing to 🌿Leaves, Rostislava. I hope you will continue to find things you like to read over here in this little corner of Substack. You are most welcome!