To the muses

Sadly, and most surprisingly, this morning I read of Suze Rotolo's death last week from cancer at the age of 67.  Rotolo, the one-time girlfriend of folk/rock legend Bob Dylan, is most famous for the album cover the two share on The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan, considered to be Dylan's breakthrough album.

Rotolo never sold out arenas, recorded a great album of her own, or wrote a memorable song.  Her legacy, however, is far more than an iconic image captures.  For several years, Rotolo served as Dylan's muse.  "Tomorrow is a Long Time," "Don't Think Twice it's Alright," and "Boots of Spanish Leather,"  all trace their emotional angst back to Rotolo.  And while Dylan is quickly and rightly given credit for these beautiful songs, who's to say where any of us might be without our inspirations?  Here's to those who inspire us.