The joys of city livin'

As I sit here enjoying my own 30 Minute Meal, I smile listening to my neighbor across the street. I have yet to figure out which house it is, but one of my many neighbors across the street has a habit of blasting his/her music so that the passing public and neighborhood can enjoy it.

The selections depend on the time of the week. During the week s/he favors old school R&B such as Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, Anita Baker...back when they made good music that didn't call for women to shake their Laffy Taffy.

Then on the weekends s/he plays gospel music and recorded sermons. Not every weekend, but at least once a month.

I am not sure what the purpose of the music is, but I suspect it is a kind of musical fight against the ills that plague Hartford - violence, poverty, youth ambiguity. Like s/he wants to remind us of better times and give a message of hope.

Whatever his/her message is, it's a welcome one and adds a pleasant note to the cacophony of the city.

Ciao!