diff --git a/_posts/2024-06-02-FlorrieDiary.md b/_posts/2024-06-02-FlorrieDiary.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..c507687 --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2024-06-02-FlorrieDiary.md @@ -0,0 +1,111 @@ +--- +title: Florrie's diary and favorite songs +author: Florrie +--- + +After seeing Cosmoopolitan's selection of the cutest diary planners, I decided to buy the most expensive one and start journaling. All these introspections and memories made me want to re-listen to some of my all-time favorite lyrics from planet Earth, revolving around friends and adventure. I made a small list of songs that are a companion to my journey. + +New Galaxies Cover Illustration + +## "A song about friendship: 'Eden' by Hooverphonic + +Is there someone you used to be very close to, with whom you had a complex relationship that could not really be explained with words, then you drifted apart? + +When I was 10 I met Inko. +We would spend all of our time together, we knew everything about each other. +But one day everything changed. +We completely stopped being in each other's life, with so many unresolved questions. +I keep wondering if Inko still thinks about our friendship. +When I listen to the song 'Eden' by Hooverphonic with minimal lyrics, I am reminded of all of our moments. + +Did you ever think of me +As your best friend +[...] +I never tried to feel this vibration +I never tried to reach your eden + + + +I think these lyrics are very universal and relatable, being deceptively simple but feeling so strong. +They could be about strong love or friendship. + +Despite its beauty, this song makes me a bit sad because it reminds me of the day Inko disappeared with a small apology letter, which was a hard time because just after that, the Government issued an arrest warrant against me. + + +## With darker times will come brighter times: 'Silver Linings' by Kacey Musgraves + +Kacey Musgraves is one of my favorite songwriters, especially when I need someone to cheer me up. +With 'Silver Linings', I keep reminding myself that + +If you're ever gonna find a silver lining +It's gotta be a cloudy day +[...] +If you wanna find the honey +You can't be scared of bees + + + +The kind of lyrics that give you courage after difficult times. +And bees are my best friends. + +## Sit on the lawn and do nothing: 'Waltz' by Fiona Apple + +Ru D. will 100% agree on that one, but the time you rest is just as important as the time you take action. +'Waltz' by Fiona Apple perfectly illustrates that: + +If you don't have a date +Celebrate +Go out and sit on the lawn +And do nothing +'Cause it's just what you must do and +Nobody does it anymore + + + +### A song with a strong message about the current times: 'Death of the law' by Utsu-P + +This Japanese song 'Death of the Law' by Utsu-P is an accurate depiction of the situation in space, and the heavy production goes very well with the dark mood. +Hey, why does everybody assume I only listen to cute songs about friendship? I have a deeper side too. + +Law Law Law Law Law Law +You don't know outer space's exceptions +If you keep treating "us" as invaders +You will die down the drains of unchanging times + + + +I hope this selection will cheer you up and inspire you to give a call to your best friend, as long as the phone number is still valid. +If not, you can book a session with June at 1-808-P-JUNE-MUSIC, using her pigeon tracker to find your friend's new number. +Have a good one!