Spirit of the Night

As my dad previously mentioned, we had the chance to go see The Boss in Washington DC last week and it was an absolutely amazing concert!  And just like my dad, I couldn't help but be filled with emotions surrounding John.  One of the reasons for the emotional impact of the concert was Bruce's theme for the night: "Ghosts".  He mentioned that as kids, we fear ghosts... but as we age and lose loved ones, ghosts become less scary and become a part of our lives as they walk among us and within us. They become Spirits in the Night (which was one of the best played songs of the night).  Bruce, as I assume, was referring to the loss of one of his bandmates and a good friend, Clarence Clemons, the BIG MAN on the saxophone.  And there was a lovely tribute to him on stage with a mirage of pictures with background music played by his nephew who took his place in the E Street Band.  Although this was a mournful moment in the concert, I appreciated it immensely and realized that while it's sad to have so many ghosts, I am also blessed to have many spirits looking out from above and within- as I feel John around me.  While I heard others around us complain of the slowed down tempo, I was taking in the moment and feeling the emotions of the night.  Just like life, the concert was a roller coaster of emotions but since Bruce and his band are talented artists, the roller coaster just makes you feel more alive!  Thanks Bruce!