The first sentence of my “What is Wut Javia” page references The Mill Restaurant in Iowa City. The story goes on to explain how I arrived at the Wut Javia moniker. I found myself viewing this page again today due to a system notification from my web site provider.
I was reminded that, after 58 years in business, this Iowa City landmark closed forever in June. Apparently the COVID-19 impact was enough to move the owners into retirement. I am saddened to know that this venue which so affected my musical development many years ago and again more recently, is no longer available for friends, food and drink, and presentation of local and regional talent. Just had to get this posted.
So many elements of my life have changed, both because of COVID-19 and otherwise, that I have not been able to concentrate on developing travel and other stories so far this Winter. Hopefully, I’ll get going over the next few months.
Meanwhile, hope your holidays are bright and we all have a happier, healthy year in 2021!
I second that hope!
There are so many things we lost this year. Some, loved ones. Some, a sense of time and promise of the future. A lot to grieve!
Interesting. I realized while reading your comment that I am not comfortable with the word “grieve.” Sadness, yes. But I was thinking more of fond memories and looking to the future. Maybe I need to grieve more. But not too much, and not too long. I prefer living in the present and looking to the future. Thanks for provoking thought 😉
I think we have to acknowledge our losses even as we look forward. Love you!