I have just finished listening to the first act of Tosca by Giacomo Puccini, a production by the Metropolitan Opera. The evil Baron Scarpia sings to the background of the very sacred Te Deum about how he wants to ravage the beautiful, flamboyant Floria Tosca. Bryn Terfel (Jones) did a fabulous job as the evil chief of police. He'll get his in the next act. His performance literally brought tears to my eyes. It is such an emotional experience.

Coincidentally, I am working on a new story, and the two lovers had just watched a performance of Tosca. For those of you who have read my stories, you know that operas, especially those by Puccini and Wagner, play a significant role in many of them.

Now for the next two acts of Tosca.

Portia