I was at an Art Museum the other day for an enjoyable hour. It occurred to me that my 65 year old eyes aren’t as sharp as they were when I first viewed Seurat Sunday at the Grande Jatte, but I seem to appreciate it much more than back then, having learned much more about Art in the in general. It made me reflect on the angst that declining hearing has produced in me. Mahler’s Eighth Symphony is his one Symphony that previously I had respected more than I have loved. However I just had a composer friend describe his appreciation of the piece, and what he listens for. Coupled with appreciation for the rest of Mahler’s output, and armed with his insights, I ‘ve listened anew this week and am now finally developing a real affection for it. So my ears aren’t as acute as previously, but as with my eyes and Seurat, my overall appreciation has increased immensely
Mental and auditory acuity, and aging
Mental and auditory acuity, and aging
Once we hit 60 or concerns change. Besides the obvious ones, I wonder if our ability to stay in the moment and enjoy music lessons. Heaven forbid.
I thank my mother for opening my eyes to healthy food as a boy. I’m 70 at the moment, and as mentally sharp as ever. I remember eating alfalfa sprouts instead of lettuce. I can still hear the jeers at cafeteria, “Look, he’s eating grass.” I smiled secretly and watched them eat their white bread ham sandwiches and guzzle their Cokes.
I know this is off our usual topics, but after a lifetime of ‘not indulging’, and researching health, I’d be happy to share a few things that really help to keep my mind sharp. I don’t feel it is correct to name the regime or products here. If you’d like to know, just PM me. I’m not affiliated with any of the products. I’m hoping admin will allow this.
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