This is the last lesson from Toby and it comes on the day that our son and I left our camp site and went to the National Music Museum on the campus of the University of South Dakota in Vermillion before coming home.
Our son is a cellist and has wanted to visit so we thought this was a great opportunity while we were close to it from our camp site.
One of my favorite memories of Toby was when our son would go to his room to practice he would close the door. When Toby heard that door close he would literally sprint to the bedroom so he could listen to our son play. He would hear Toby coming and open the door to let him in. It was almost comical because soon after this routine started, our son would just close the door and wait for Toby before he would sit down to begin practicing. I truly think that Toby was there not only because he loved to be where our son was but also because he loved to hear him play his cello.
Toby would lay in the room for hours while our son played. It must have been soothing for him.
No matter what you feel about music or any form of the arts, try to listen to music, read poetry or experience visual art daily.
Regarding music, even explore outside of main stream music and find something not as popular. There is so much great music out there that isn't recognized by the majority. Music has such an incredible way of connecting with the heart and emotions and has played such an important part in shaping who I am.
Even on his last night with us, Toby mustered up all his strength to take one last journey to hear the sound of the cello. It was that important to him. Be like Toby and always stop what you're doing to listen to the music (or any other art form). If you haven't, watch the movie August Rush. It truly brings to light the importance of music in our lives.
Psalm 150:4 ESV
Praise him with tambourine and dance; praise him with strings and pipe!
Thanks for all the lessons Toby. You've been a blessing far beyond the wonderfully fulfilling 12 years with us. I hope this short blog has paid adequate tribute to your legacy. We'll be seeing you.
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