O Death

Quote of the Day

"The world is indeed full of peril and in it there are many dark places.
But still there is much that is fair. And though in all lands, love is now
mingled with grief, it still grows, perhaps, the greater."
— J.R.R. Tolkien (The Lord of the Rings)

He adds comfort to the day

I just thought that I would post a photograph of an owl. Anyone who knows me, knows I adore creatures with huge craniums. This owl takes the cake. I have been working many hours and really haven't had much time for anything else. But my brain is taking a much needed break from the daily routine.

The Past Me

A friend of mine asked me If I ever thought that I had a past life or a time in history that peaked my interest. I told her that I have always associated myself as someone who lived during the 1930’s and 40’s.
And if I ever had a past life this would be the one I remembered. It is a time in history that speaks to my soul. A sojourn that probably ended quickly for me, but I can still feel the past-life me dancing, smoking and drinking. Only to find myself face down in the gutter with a smile on my face. Maybe that is extreme to say that I went out that way, but at least I can say I had fun.

I find that old life still knocking around inside of me. I love jazz, keep my hair bobbed and reveal in the styles of that time. I prefer garter belts over panty hose, red lipstick, vintage jewelry and Channel 5. I also adore black and white movies and the timeless beauty of some of these Hollywood legends; Louise Brookes, Norma Shearer and Marlene Dietrich. (And of course let's not forget the men of that era as well).

In the year 2011, the past life me misses those times. Was it all champagne and roses for me? The answer I can honestly say is yes.

We Await Warmer Weather

The flowers have begun to bloom but it is still cold and grey.
I'm not complaining by any means but I'm looking for the sun.
I look forward to it warming my constant cold hands and feet.
In the meantime, I will post a song that always reminds me of
the warmer days to come.

Reminders

We are always being reminded how small and how short our lives here on earth is.
Sometimes our lives can seem insignificant when compared to those who are suffering and truly need help. What has happened in Japan is just one reason to remind us that mother nature is king.

But it has not been without warning.

It seems that she has given us subtle signs. The stronger than average storms, the strange weather patterns. But she started tapping us on our shoulders long ago, then stomped her feet, then yelled, then finally released her fury.

These things happen. In the areas where you are raised you are aware of the
natural disaster that hits your particular region. I grew up with tornado sirens blaring in the storm ridden sky. Now, I too live in a earthquake prone region.
It is also a reminder that humans can build the "strongest" of buildings able to withstand a natural disaster. But something that can take years to build can be destroyed in a matter of minutes. Is it arrogance of the human race to assume that they can hold a sceptre next to mother nature? The power of the earth that can easily shakes us off in George Carlin's words, "Like fleas". And in the end we always find out who truly reigns supreme.

To help the victims in Japan
www.worldvision.org/HelpJapan

Rachel Brice

I adore Rachel Brice. And since I will be starting my belly dancing classes again very soon. I thought I needed to become inspired by one of the best in the business.