Two years ago, this month, I flew to Belfast, Northern Ireland to see the band a-ha play in concert. It often amazes me when and where the universe chooses to teach me life lessons.
You see, I have been a fan of a-ha since I was eleven years old. To see a-ha live, had been a dream of mine my entire life. Living in a rural community of North Central Montana, there were not a lot of people who were into the books, movies or music that I was into. I often felt very different and excluded by my peers, because I did not have the same world view that they did.
In fact, had I quite telling people that a-ha was my favorite band because I was tired of being teased about it. I just quietly kept listening and loving their music. And finally after all of these years, I got to see them in concert. And it was amazing!!!!
Here comes the life lesson. Don’t let anyone make you feel ashamed about the things that you love.
The stadium was almost completely full and everyone there was singing and enjoying the music as much as I did. I even met an amazing woman from Brazil who had seen a-ha in concert dozens of times and met Morton Harket.
My “a-ha moment” was that I had allowed people to make me feel ashamed of my love of this band and their amazing music. I had allowed it. It was my choice. But no more! And I let those feelings go.
Now I eagerly tell anyone who asks about my favorite band a-ha, as I proudly wear my concert t-shirt!
Aha moments indeed! Kind of feel like you about Ozzy Osbourne.
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I always find it interesting what music people choose to listen to.
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Aha! A very insightful post. Glad you got to see them.
✨🙏🕉🌱🌿🌳🌻💚🕊☯🐉✨
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Thank you so much my friend.
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Wow. Thanks for the insight and the photo! Glad to see your radiant Grin!
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Roz – Thank you for reading, enjoying and commenting on my posts. It is so good to hear from you! -Jill
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I’m glad you were able to fulfill your dream of seeing your favorite band live, Jill. Isn’t it sad that some humans feel the need to belittle others for having a different taste or opinion? I don’t know why we try to make others’ lives miserable just because they are different.
All the best,
Tanja
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Tanja – Your comments really touched my heart. I have often wondered that exact question. I hope that we can all be happy in our hearts and try not to hurt others. And if we can listen to the music of a band we enjoy… even better. Sending happy thoughts your way, my friend! -JIll
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Thank you for your lovely comment, Jill.
Take care,
Tanja
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