Dear Marianne and her son, Felix, are visiting my "second" American Home...NYC...and I think they may have walked the Brooklyn Bridge today. It brings back memories of the first time I crossed the bridge (with my Ex).... we were very much in love back then and it symbolised the strength of our love and how glorious the future seemed. I will never forget how energised I felt..like the world was full of bright promise and anything was possible. Last year, when we parted and I lost my job....I lost that feeling of Hope.
Of course, I live in a city where there is another (equally) famous bridge....the Golden Gate.
And, it made me think about B-R-I-D-G-E-S..... there are so many meanings to this word:
A crossing that enables one to cross from "Point A" to "Point B".
A means of communication, be it spiritual, physical or mental - which enables one to "reach" someone.
A musical bridge (you KNEW this was coming) - which is a transitional piece of music that takes you from one section to another...
A dental bridge....ooh....too awful, this coming from a girl who has to have nitrous oxide, headphones playing classical music....just to have her teeth cleaned...
And I am sure I have left out many meanings.... but, I digress....
I am feeling sad, yet dreamy....too many months without light or warmth or sun or a job or hearing in my left ear will do that to someone in my state of life.... but, the bridge to friendship.....no matter how many thousands of miles separate us......is, in fact, a strong and beautiful bridge - and one I will be forever thankful for all of you who have crossed the bridge with me. I could have not made it without you.
Love, amidst the fog......
♥ Robin ♥
beautifully written post Robin. Do you ever dream of bridges. I often have and always think they symbolized trying to reach a certain place and often, if the bridge is unfinished, not being able to.
ReplyDeletethese two bridges are so lovely and your memory of happier times is so sad/happy at the same time. I guess that's melancholy.
The bridge to friendship, that is one of the most important and meaningful bridges. I am glad to be your friend and that you are mine. Love, suki
I love you and love this post. Thank you for being such a bridge of friendship for me. I am very tired and I will write more later, I am sure. Barry has read your posts to me and today I wanted to say thank you too for the birthday wishes. Next year we shall celebrate together, I hope. Much love and thank you my dear Robin.
ReplyDeleteI hope bridges will not hold a melancholy place in your heart forever, Robin. I like what Suki said about bridges to friendship. Beautiful. I'm glad there's a lovely bridge connecting you and I. xx
ReplyDeleterobin dear, i agree with willow in that i hope bridges will not always be a reminder of sad times in your life. it is a testimony to your strength of spirit that you are transforming that archetype into something positive and loving. please know that a bridge connects us too........i reach my hand across to you in friendship and love and wish for only the best for you in the future.
ReplyDeletelots of hugs xoxo
i'm on that bridge. i am waving to you and marveling at the view with you.
ReplyDeletei like the connection part. together strong.
you know the song from annie, robin: the sun will come out tomorrow?" it will, sweet friend. i know it will.
♥
kj
I'm still hoping for an email from you, after my offer sparked by your comment on Tessa's Armadillo post! I'd love to create a little robin for you in the same way as I made Arnie. The offer was made in all seriousness - all I need is your snailmail addy, and it won't be long before a little bird wil come flying your way, if you will let him... Love, Pen x
ReplyDeleteSuki, I often dream of bridges and have done so even as a child. Hmmmm...wonder what that means?
ReplyDeleteI do agree that the BEST BRIDGE IS the bridge of friendship....without it this year, I don't know where I would be....
Love to you, dear Friend,
♥ Robin ♥
Dear, Dear Allegra.... finding YOU here - and on your SPECIAL Day...is like seeing blue sky (remember that?), white clouds and golden sun beams....
ReplyDeleteWe are both on that bridge of friendship...clasping hands - and never letting go. Next year..... together on your Birthday!!! Yesssss!
Love to you and B. Loved,
♥ Robin ♥
Willow....I am so happy you are on the bridge with me.... getting to know you has been so much fun this year! (Not to mention trying your delicious receipes!)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your friendship!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Amanda, your beautiful words made me cry... I have always been an emotional girl and cry when I am sad AND HAPPY.... this year, has been tough....but one thing I have learned is that there are some amazing, loving people out in the Blogging World....and you are one of them! I am so happy we have met!
ReplyDeleteLove,
♥ Robin ♥
KJB, I KNOW you are on the bridge with me!
ReplyDeleteI can see you waving from the other side....and soon, I will get to cross over and give you a hug!
I KNOW the sun WILL come out - eventually.... sigh, but apparantly not TODAY! Sigh...
Love,
♥ The Maiden in the Fog ♥
Pen, please forgive me....I thought I HAD replied to you.... (my poor brain has been through so much this year...) I will e-mail it to you today.... gosh....I would TRULY be honoured to have anything created with your oh-so-magic hands!
ReplyDeleteLove,
♥ Robin ♥
Robin-That bridge to friendship is always there and the miles mean nothing in the face of love. I hope one day this sadness lifts (with the grey clouds)you know that is up to you (unlike the weather!). Sending love and hugs.
ReplyDeleteLike Kj, always waving.
xoxo
Hallo Robin,
ReplyDeleteLove your post of Bridges it makes Me cry to for you....
Want to sent you some Hope and strength it will change soon for you,sometimes life is not fare(do you spell it this way,sorry for my english).
A big kiss from Beaudor(works for me every time)
Big Hug,
Marja
How fun the opera season is about to begin! looking forward to all the juicy updates, and general scoop!
ReplyDeleteHallo Marja UND Beaudor! I am thrilled you came to visit! (That Marianne IS an Angel -as is Lo!) I have read your blog for a while...as I am a lover of Rhodesian Ridgebacks....and Beaudor is so BEAUTIFUL!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your words of hope - and, a kiss from Beaudor - JUST WHAT I NEEDED!
Hugs and kisses to both!
♥ Robin ♥