Ever wanted something so badly you could weep?

[Ember]

In Montreal, until February 7th, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is showing J. W. Waterhouse's Garden of Enchantment exhibit. I couldn't possibly describe how much want to go. During the last year of my BFA I did my thesis on him. When we travel to anywhere that has a piece of his, I make a special trip to see it. And now 80 of his paintings are on display together for the first time, several on loan from private collectors. I would place money on the fact that this would be the only time in my lifetime that I could see some of these works as several of them have not been exhibited since Waterhouse’s lifetime. In addition, they are showcasing his studies and drawing. I would hand over several body part to go, and possibly a few of my husband's...

So what have you wanted so badly that you could weep? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has felt this way!

 

[FireDancer]

I believe Def Leppard had a song about wanting something so bad.

Why not go? I can't tell how far you are from Montreal but all it takes is an airline ticket (provided you have a passport of course). Just make a long weekend out of it.

 

[disneymarie]

In Montreal, until February 7th, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is showing J. W. Waterhouse's Garden of Enchantment exhibit. I couldn't possibly describe how much want to go.

So what have you wanted so badly that you could weep? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has felt this way!

What is stopping you? Is there hurdles that you can get through to go.

Money, distance, time off from work, family?
Is it totally out of the question.

I would deeply love to get to the west coast to meet friends, see the ocean, but, I know I won't. If I do then that is great. Now I lost family members I so wish I could see or talk too. I cry, but I see them in dreams and that is good.

 

[antmaril]

I think if you want something that badly, you should move mountains to make it happen.

 

[SaraJayne]

In Montreal, until February 7th, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is showing J. W. Waterhouse's Garden of Enchantment exhibit. I couldn't possibly describe how much want to go. During the last year of my BFA I did my thesis on him. When we travel to anywhere that has a piece of his, I make a special trip to see it. And now 80 of his paintings are on display together for the first time, several on loan from private collectors. I would place money on the fact that this would be the only time in my lifetime that I could see some of these works as several of them have not been exhibited since Waterhouse’s lifetime. In addition, they are showcasing his studies and drawing. I would hand over several body part to go, and possibly a few of my husband's...

So what have you wanted so badly that you could weep? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has felt this way!

If not now, when?

If you really want to go, do it! I'm a big believer in "seize the day".

 

[eliza61]

In Montreal, until February 7th, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is showing J. W. Waterhouse's Garden of Enchantment exhibit. I couldn't possibly describe how much want to go. During the last year of my BFA I did my thesis on him. When we travel to anywhere that has a piece of his, I make a special trip to see it. And now 80 of his paintings are on display together for the first time, several on loan from private collectors. I would place money on the fact that this would be the only time in my lifetime that I could see some of these works as several of them have not been exhibited since Waterhouse’s lifetime. In addition, they are showcasing his studies and drawing. I would hand over several body part to go, and possibly a few of my husband's...

So what have you wanted so badly that you could weep? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has felt this way!

Make it a goal. If you're willing to sell body parts to go, I'd make plans.
Go for it.

 

[agnes!]

In Montreal, until February 7th, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is showing J. W. Waterhouse's Garden of Enchantment exhibit. I couldn't possibly describe how much want to go. During the last year of my BFA I did my thesis on him. When we travel to anywhere that has a piece of his, I make a special trip to see it. And now 80 of his paintings are on display together for the first time, several on loan from private collectors. I would place money on the fact that this would be the only time in my lifetime that I could see some of these works as several of them have not been exhibited since Waterhouse’s lifetime. In addition, they are showcasing his studies and drawing. I would hand over several body part to go, and possibly a few of my husband's...

So what have you wanted so badly that you could weep? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has felt this way!

Since you did your BFA thesis on him and if you are working in that field (at all), could you *possibly* take the trip off on your taxes as a business expense?

And you're not the only one to feel that way. I do, quite often.

agnes!

 

[DVC~OKW~96]

Here's my measuring stick... when you lay dying will you say, "Gee! I'm SO GLAD that I didn't go to see..." or will you say, "Gee! I moved heaven and earth to go and see ... "

The end of life scenario can have a way of putting things in perspective, eh?

So then? GO!

 

[nmmom95]

I know you have a lot going on right now, but is there a relative that could stay with your mom for a couple of days? You need to do something for you.

 

[Ember]

I know you have a lot going on right now, but is there a relative that could stay with your mom for a couple of days? You need to do something for you.

This is the biggest hurdle. I would need to be gone at least one night, if not two - depending on the flights and the timing. It sounds so simple, just go, but with mum it's just not. I ran out last night to get her more juice. I was gone half and hour and she was panicking. When I got home there were tears and she was so worked up...

Then there's the money, which I don't have. We're moving this month which is, frankly, more important that looking at art. After being cooped up in a one bedroom, moving into a bigger place will be good for everyone's mental health.

But I can't help the sense of loss. I will never have the opportunity again to see some of these works. They will go back into the hands of private collectors... I really am missing a once in a lifetime opportunity.

 

[nmmom95]

I'm so sorry you're going through all this right now. I sincerely hope you can find a way to go. You deserve it!

 

[Micca]

Here's my measuring stick... when you lay dying will you say, "Gee! I'm SO GLAD that I didn't go to see..." or will you say, "Gee! I moved heaven and earth to go and see ... "

The end of life scenario can have a way of putting things in perspective, eh?

So then? GO!

As I lay dying I'm pretty much going to be thinking "dang, I thought they'd have cured this by now"

 

[FireDancer]

As I lay dying I'm pretty much going to be thinking "dang, I thought they'd have cured this by now"

I guess it depends on the cause of death. For cancer or ALD I could see that. If you are laying there bleeding out from a gun shot wound or a car accident...not so much.

 

[Ember]

Here's my measuring stick... when you lay dying will you say, "Gee! I'm SO GLAD that I didn't go to see..." or will you say, "Gee! I moved heaven and earth to go and see ... "

The end of life scenario can have a way of putting things in perspective, eh?

So then? GO!

Yes. But what I'd be saying is, "Gee, I caused my dying mother pain and anxiety while I took off to see art." I will regret not going. I will regret not going in a way that makes me cry if I think too hard about it. But I will never regret not causing my mother additional pain when she needs me the most. If it were just Heaven and Earth the stood in the way, I'd go in a heartbeat.

 

[bumbershoot]

Yes. But what I'd be saying is, "Gee, I caused my dying mother pain and anxiety while I took off to see art." I will regret not going. I will regret not going in a way that makes me cry if I think too hard about it. But I will never regret not causing my mother additional pain when she needs me the most. If it were just Heaven and Earth the stood in the way, I'd go in a heartbeat.

 

[Briarmom]

Yes. But what I'd be saying is, "Gee, I caused my dying mother pain and anxiety while I took off to see art." I will regret not going. I will regret not going in a way that makes me cry if I think too hard about it. But I will never regret not causing my mother additional pain when she needs me the most. If it were just Heaven and Earth the stood in the way, I'd go in a heartbeat.

How much is a plane ticket? Could you leave very very early and fly back the same night? (I don't know how far away you are)

 

[crashbb]

Sorry, I don't really have anything helpful to add. I was there with my mum when her life was ending (though, being a child, I wasn't totally responsible for her), so I can somewhat understand your feelings.

Just wanted to add some more hugs.

ETA - Briarmom, I don't know where the OP is flying from, but flying into/out of Canada is generally much more expensive than flying within the US. So much so, that many on the DIS will drive to the closest US airport and fly from there. Unless she catches a seat sale, an inexpensive airfare is unlikely. Doing a day trip, would make flying into a US airport and driving, not feasible.

 

[Wish I lived in Fl]

What is the next best thing you could do? Maybe the museum will have a special catalog or video for the show.
If i had done a paper I would be shameless about contacting the museum for info about the showing since the paper shows an interest above and beyond the average museum visitor.
Best of luck!

 

[Planogirl]

Is there no one who can stay with your Mom? You are a good daughter.

 

[NC State]

In Montreal, until February 7th, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is showing J. W. Waterhouse's Garden of Enchantment exhibit. I couldn't possibly describe how much want to go. During the last year of my BFA I did my thesis on him. When we travel to anywhere that has a piece of his, I make a special trip to see it. And now 80 of his paintings are on display together for the first time, several on loan from private collectors. I would place money on the fact that this would be the only time in my lifetime that I could see some of these works as several of them have not been exhibited since Waterhouse’s lifetime. In addition, they are showcasing his studies and drawing. I would hand over several body part to go, and possibly a few of my husband's...

So what have you wanted so badly that you could weep? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has felt this way!

I think I remember you having your mother move in with you because she is sick. I'm sure this would be a nice break for you. Find a way to go if you can and enjoy it.