Summary: This piece reflects on the concept of vacation, rooted in the Latin term “vacantia,” evoking themes of freedom and longing. The author, unable to travel to Scotland due to an expired passport, shares a nostalgic memory of their father’s penfriendship with a Scotswoman named Rosemary, intertwining personal history with a desire for new experiences. They envision a world reborn, free from barriers and materialism, filled with art and human connection. The text introduces two musical projects: dottie’s ethereal dream pop album Intention, which invites listeners to escape into beauty, and Bleary Eyed’s Easy, a vibrant shoegaze record that balances nostalgia with contemporary sounds.
Thought-provoking Question: How does music serve as a gateway to freedom and connection in our otherwise constrained lives, and can it replace physical travel in forging new experiences?
