One of the more difficult moments in the months after Boris died was attending a concert that we were supposed to go to together. For Boris’s birthday in March 2018, I purchased two tickets to see Odesza, one of Boris’s favorite groups, in Nashville. The concert was in May. But, he died in April. I debated whether or not I should go, but ultimately, I decided to. A close friend went with me and I brought some of Boris’s ashes with me. It was so cathartic. It was really difficult, but I am so glad that I went. Now, their music holds a special place in my heart and reminds me of Boris. Sometimes when I want to feel connected with him I will listen to them. I will always think about how he was never able to go to that show with me.
They haven’t released a new album or toured since 2017/2018 until this year. They have a new album out and I will be going to see them in October. I knew that it would be a Boris moment for me, but I hadn’t really given it a lot of thought yet. It was one of those things where I really wanted there to be some sort of sign from Boris, but I didn’t want to get my hopes up. But, this was the email and social media post for their new album that just dropped:
When I read it, I immediately felt like it was a sign from Boris. I know I may be reading into it too much, but it just feels too coincidental. It was just what I needed as I have been feeling disconnected from him.
So, with that, I plan to listen to this album on repeat and be more intentional in trying to connect with Boris because sometimes I am just not paying attention.
I hear you, my love…keep sending me signs.