Current mood: pensive
I took a trip this weekend that was partially a road trip. On a long expanse of interstate with a mix of desert and mountain ranges on each side, I heard Sinead O’Connor’s version of Nothing Compares to You on the radio. My listening choices had been sketchy at best leading up to this point so it was refreshing to hear something that I could relate to, even if the connection was sad. The song perfectly reflects where my heart or mind has been the last couple of months and I decided to belt the song out at the top of my lungs (needless to say, I was in the car alone). Despite the sad nature of the song, I actually felt pretty good afterwards because I am now at a point where I can look at the things that I miss about my ex-boyfriend without crying. I actually felt more like myself while belting that song out than I have in a while.
Unfortunately, the song still holds true – nothing (or no one) compares to him. However I have faith that there will be someone on the horizon who will NOT compare to him because their own qualities will shine through in a way that will brook no comparison. And I will get out of my own way and allow it to happen.
Currently listening:
Nothing Compares 2 U
By Sinead O’Connor