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The phenomenal Celia Cruz [is missing]. But although she couln't be here physically [Cruz died in 2003], I felt her presence throughout the entire recording of the album. It's still impossible for me to feel like Celia's gone, simply because she is still so alive to me through her music and the friendship we shared for so many years. There were moments during this recording that felt to me like she was directing me to a degree or giving me ideas for where to go with the song.

Gloria Estefan#26

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About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker describes feeling the presence of a deceased colleague during an album recording due to their shared friendship and music.
In plain terms
I felt my dead friend was with me while recording because her music and friendship felt alive.
What can you take from it?
Art and shared memories can keep the spirit of a loved one present after death.

Where it applies

  • collaborating on projects
  • dealing with loss

Putting it to work

  • use art to honor the deceased
  • rely on friendship for support

Questions to consider

  • How do we keep loved ones with us?
  • What role does art play in grief?

Another view

The spiritual or emotional perception of presence is subjective and varies by individual.

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