My Traces

[Art Vandelay]

I remember reading the announcement on my phone while at one of my wife's early doctor appointments that Steve was finally coming out with a new album. I thought the announcement would be the perfect lift for my wife. I would listen to it constantly throughout the next year, as my wife's therapies and medical appointments became part of our weekly and daily routine.

I understand how some fans may not have understood or 'got' his new music, but it touched my soul. Some of the songs shook me to the core. My wife would often say "I need to listen to Steve's new album", but never really was in the mood to listen...and that was ok.

My wife passed away last week. She is no longer in pain and no longer suffering.

I get it now, Steve. And thank you for being my spiritual guide.

[Memorex]

I remember reading the announcement on my phone while at one of my wife's early doctor appointments that Steve was finally coming out with a new album. I thought the announcement would be the perfect lift for my wife. I would listen to it constantly throughout the next year, as my wife's therapies and medical appointments became part of our weekly and daily routine.

I understand how some fans may not have understood or 'got' his new music, but it touched my soul. Some of the songs shook me to the core. My wife would often say "I need to listen to Steve's new album", but never really was in the mood to listen...and that was ok.

My wife passed away last week. She is no longer in pain and no longer suffering.

I get it now, Steve. And thank you for being my spiritual guide.

So very sorry to hear about your wife and what the two of you have been through. Very sad to hear. You are in my thoughts.

[RPM]

I remember reading the announcement on my phone while at one of my wife's early doctor appointments that Steve was finally coming out with a new album. I thought the announcement would be the perfect lift for my wife. I would listen to it constantly throughout the next year, as my wife's therapies and medical appointments became part of our weekly and daily routine.

I understand how some fans may not have understood or 'got' his new music, but it touched my soul. Some of the songs shook me to the core. My wife would often say "I need to listen to Steve's new album", but never really was in the mood to listen...and that was ok.

My wife passed away last week. She is no longer in pain and no longer suffering.

I get it now, Steve. And thank you for being my spiritual guide.

Art,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I cant imagine what you have both been thru, and what you are feeling now.
Like Steve himself, Traces is very deep in emotion and thought, That it gave you (and others)
even the slightest comfort, is something Steve I'm sure would be very pleased by.

[chynablue]

OMG this post just breaks my heart. I am so sorry man. I have my own Traces story - one with a happier ending - but that's for another post.

You know our hearts go out to you. You have family here. God bless.

Some of us are still in love with Traces. It pulls at the heart strings. While Steve has yet to perform any of it live, our Journey tribute does from time to time:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kfmx7Pzap7U

God bless.

[Marzdog]

I remember reading the announcement on my phone while at one of my wife's early doctor appointments that Steve was finally coming out with a new album. I thought the announcement would be the perfect lift for my wife. I would listen to it constantly throughout the next year, as my wife's therapies and medical appointments became part of our weekly and daily routine.

I understand how some fans may not have understood or 'got' his new music, but it touched my soul. Some of the songs shook me to the core. My wife would often say "I need to listen to Steve's new album", but never really was in the mood to listen...and that was ok.

My wife passed away last week. She is no longer in pain and no longer suffering.

I get it now, Steve. And thank you for being my spiritual guide.

Condolences to you and your family.

[perryfan61]

Just catching up here, saw your post. I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I can't think of a better album for you to listen to than Traces. Let those feelings out, cry when you need to, do what you need to do.
My husband was diagnosed last year, so I kind of know what you are going through. I find myself drawn to the album at times, so that's when I know I need it. Thank goodness for the music, we would be lost without it.

[annpea]

I'm sorry to hear about your wife. I understand how it feels to lose someone you love; I lost my husband of twenty-nine years October 10, 2016. He had been sick for a while then one day he said " I ain't afraid of dying anymore" he didn't want to go back to the hospital anymore, or to a nursing facility. He wanted to stay at home, so he stayed home. I am a nurse and worked night shifts fulltime at that time. The night he passed was my one night off. I remember he was sleeping and woke-up while I was on my computer and said " You're going to be late... it was 10:45 pm 10/09/2016. I remember saying " It's okay I"m off tonight" he nodded and went back to sleep. At 12:40 am he passed away in his sleep. He was so tired of being sick and in pain I understand in my head, but I miss him so much in my heart.

[Art Vandelay]

I'm sorry to hear about your wife. I understand how it feels to lose someone you love; I lost my husband of twenty-nine years October 10, 2016. He had been sick for a while then one day he said " I ain't afraid of dying anymore" he didn't want to go back to the hospital anymore, or to a nursing facility. He wanted to stay at home, so he stayed home. I am a nurse and worked night shifts fulltime at that time. The night he passed was my one night off. I remember he was sleeping and woke-up while I was on my computer and said " You're going to be late... it was 10:45 pm 10/09/2016. I remember saying " It's okay I"m off tonight" he nodded and went back to sleep. At 12:40 am he passed away in his sleep. He was so tired of being sick and in pain I understand in my head, but I miss him so much in my heart.

Thank you for sharing your story with me. I am very sorry to hear of your loss as well. Wishing you strength.

[bellairepark73]

I remember reading the announcement on my phone while at one of my wife's early doctor appointments that Steve was finally coming out with a new album. I thought the announcement would be the perfect lift for my wife. I would listen to it constantly throughout the next year, as my wife's therapies and medical appointments became part of our weekly and daily routine.

I understand how some fans may not have understood or 'got' his new music, but it touched my soul. Some of the songs shook me to the core. My wife would often say "I need to listen to Steve's new album", but never really was in the mood to listen...and that was ok.

My wife passed away last week. She is no longer in pain and no longer suffering.

I get it now, Steve. And thank you for being my spiritual guide.

I have been wanting to send my condolences for the longest time. Please forgive me for this very late reply. Please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your family for your loss.

It may take a good while for fans to "get" his new music. It has to be accessed on a much deeper, spiritual and/or personal level. All the while you were listening...so was your heart. Again...so sorry for your deep loss.

[annpea]

I'm sorry to hear about your wife. I understand how it feels to lose someone you love; I lost my husband of twenty-nine years October 10, 2016. He had been sick for a while then one day he said " I ain't afraid of dying anymore" he didn't want to go back to the hospital anymore, or to a nursing facility. He wanted to stay at home, so he stayed home. I am a nurse and worked night shifts fulltime at that time. The night he passed was my one night off. I remember he was sleeping and woke-up while I was on my computer and said " You're going to be late... it was 10:45 pm 10/09/2016. I remember saying " It's okay I"m off tonight" he nodded and went back to sleep. At 12:40 am he passed away in his sleep. He was so tired of being sick and in pain I understand in my head, but I miss him so much in my heart.

Thank you for sharing your story with me. I am very sorry to hear of your loss as well. Wishing you strength.

Thank you my friend... wishing you and your family strength as well.

[Art Vandelay]

Thank you all for the kind words.

[bellairepark73]

I'm sorry to hear about your wife. I understand how it feels to lose someone you love; I lost my husband of twenty-nine years October 10, 2016. He had been sick for a while then one day he said " I ain't afraid of dying anymore" he didn't want to go back to the hospital anymore, or to a nursing facility. He wanted to stay at home, so he stayed home. I am a nurse and worked night shifts fulltime at that time. The night he passed was my one night off. I remember he was sleeping and woke-up while I was on my computer and said " You're going to be late... it was 10:45 pm 10/09/2016. I remember saying " It's okay I"m off tonight" he nodded and went back to sleep. At 12:40 am he passed away in his sleep. He was so tired of being sick and in pain I understand in my head, but I miss him so much in my heart.

I also send you my sincerest condolences. I am sorry for your deep loss.