Sounds of Affection: Music as Communication

In an online romance, sounds and text are more important than anything else. Often text can be misread since there is no intonation and body language, but even sound runs this risk. A tired spoken word can seem bored, or uncaring, or annoyance can be conveyed in words when a distraction is bothering the speaker. I will admit, I put much stock into tone and pitch of Sorcha’s voice, and I’m pleased to find I can now tell the difference between tired and annoyed. But of all the sounds that can be traded between far off lovers, Music can be the most romantic. As you all read in our special post last week, Music means a lot to us, though sometimes we take different things from it, we still understand the intent. Now, I know for a fact music is a big part of both Sorcha’s life and my own as well. We are both amateur musician’s (i.e. we take it as a hobby, near the bottom of both our lists of hobbies), but we are also the kind of people who would gladly have a soundtrack for our life.

Music can convey feelings, memories and thoughts. Being reminded of Sorcha when I hear lines like: “And I do believe it’s true, that there are roads left in both of our shoes. But if the silence takes you, then I hope it takes me too,” always makes me smile. So why not share that song with her, and let her know, “Whenever I listen to this song, I smile, and your the only person who I think of... and It’s now hit over 9000 plays in Windows Media Player.” I will admit, I have my listening trends and they shift from time to time, but nothing makes me happier than double-clicking that certain playlist and just closing my eyes and basking in my thoughts. Now will I stop doing this one I have Sorcha within arms reach? Never! I’ll just play it on my speakers instead of on my headphones, hold her close, and think about how lucky I am to have her in my arms at last.

So then, what is the point of explaining what many people probably know? Nothing. But for those who didn’t, now you know. Music is a way you can tell someone you love them, and your thinking of them, without having to say it. If you can still remind them through a simple gesture or action, then you have spent a day doing the most important thing, and should be proud. So until next time, keep your Media Players happy, and have a great week.

P.S. My dearest Sorcha, I love you, and I had a wonderful time doing last weeks post side by side with you. I can’t wait to do it again next month. You mean the world to me, and I look forward to your post this Friday. <3