It all goes down in my dreams...

Let's talk about: comfort...

2009-03-10T22:50:00.006-04:00

As a transitive verb comfort is defined as:

1 : to give strength and hope to : cheer 2 : to ease the grief or trouble of : console

as a noun:

1: strengthening aid: a: assistance , support comfort to the enemy> b: consolation in time of trouble or worry : solace
2 a: a feeling of relief or encouragement b: contented well-being comfort>
3: a satisfying or enjoyable experience
4: one that gives or brings comfort comforts of home>

Okay. Comfort is something one seeks through their whole life. often many go on this journey of life and never find someone they are comfortable with. however, on the other hand many people find comfort in numerous things.

alright that was a lie. people do find things. things they are comfortable with. everyone. because even wallowing and sadness we find comfort. because unfortunately it is familiar. it may be negative and more harm but it is superficial comfort. but SOMEONE they are comfortable with is hard to find. that is what we are searching for.

comfort.

it is good though to stretch outside our comfort zone reach beyond what we know. that is when we learn what we need. we can take an outside look at what we need. comfort is just one thing i want to provide for someone. because once that is reached then the world is open to explore and find what one wants.

comfort.

it is the stepping stone. maybe the search should be for more than comfort.

maybe it should be for solace. maybe for affection. maybe for laughter. maybe for support. maybe for joy. maybe for pleasure. maybe for happiness.

but is it just for comfort?

words of wisdom

2009-02-24T10:50:00.002-05:00

Hope is belief in the plausibility of the possible, not only the necessity of the probable.

- Moses Maimonides,
Jewish philosopher (1135-1204)

Musical genius of the day: Antje Duvekot

2009-02-18T08:40:00.005-05:00

www.antjeduvekot.com

By way of Heidelberg, Germany Antje creates beautiful imagery with her lyrics and emits a feeling of comfort, atleast for me. Her lyrics are also extremely relatable and simple enough for universal interpretation. Vocally, she is extremely unique creating a sound the moves just enough and moves at just the right moments and give an appropriate punch to the sound almost forcing you to listen. I love her music.

Albums: 5
Favourites:
Album- Snapshot
Song(s)- Milk and Trash, Dandelion, Dublin Boys

words of wisdom

2009-02-10T12:09:00.002-05:00

The final word is love.

- Dorothy Day,
The Long Loneliness

words of wisdom

2009-02-06T22:12:00.002-05:00

Love needs to be proved by action.

- Saint Therese of Lisieux,
Story of a Soul

words of wisdom

2009-02-06T22:10:00.000-05:00

Deep peace of the
running wave to you.
Deep peace of the
flowing air to you.
Deep peace of the
quiet earth to you.
Deep peace of the
shining stars to you.
Deep peace of the
gentle night to you.
Moon and stars pour
their healing light on you.
Deep peace of Christ,
the light of the world to you.

- John Rutter,
arrangement of a Gaelic blessing

Musical genius of the day: Uh Huh Her

2009-01-28T14:31:00.003-05:00

www.uhhuhher.com

Comprised of actress Leisha Hailey of "The L Word" fame and musician Camila Grey. Their voices are extremely beautiful together and create a sound that is unique. They combine electronics with an acoustic approach on their album. I however, love the acoustic recordings of their music.

Albums: 2
Favourites:
Album- Common Reaction
Song- Wait Another Day

it's a new generation...

2009-01-21T13:42:00.001-05:00

Never before have i ever wanted to walk through the streets, jumping, with an american flag....

Music of the moment: Kindermusik...

2009-01-18T00:05:00.002-05:00

My class begin in February.

words of wisdom

2009-01-14T12:43:00.001-05:00

As an artist I come to sing, but as a citizen, I will always speak for peace, and no one can silence me in this.

- Paul Robeson

Musical genius of the day: Andy McKee

2009-01-11T15:43:00.003-05:00

www.andymckee.com

Being introduced to Andy McKee about 3 years ago his talent was immediately evident. Playing a harp guitar as well his songs are extremely melodic and flowing just like the tide. His talent is extremenly under appreciated but for me, it is sometimes what one needs. Beautiul music that they can call their own.

Albums: 4
Favourites:
Album- Art of Motion
Song- Into the Ocean

words of wisdom

2008-12-23T21:23:00.000-05:00

Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.

- Hamilton Wright Mabie

Let's talk about: (the) breeze...

2008-12-14T23:53:00.003-05:00

I walked outside this evening. into complete darkness. with the rushing sound of the wind. and that was a instant, vivid and tangible feeling of our own breath. the breath of our life that keeps us going. the breath that helps others during CPR. the breath that helps up obtain oxygen. i took chemistry and for a moment knew the percentages. and i believe we exhale largely nitrogen. but far greater than the science breath in other cultures describes who we are.

for maori, it is the ha, and it must be exchanged by the touching of noses so that one is not a stranger any longer. you are then one. we have an emotionsl connection to air at the point it becomes spiritually and emotionally connected to our lives. no longer is it merely nitrogen and oxygen but life. love. feeling. joy.

but the breeze is beautiful. it is a constant. a constant soothing motion much like waves. there is a musical rhythm that we cannot deny. one that we have from thetime we are in mothers womb ingrained in us to seek.

it eases your mind. it makes a blank page. and supports your life.

Musical genius of the day(HOLIDAY EDITION!!! ): Sufjan Stevens

2008-12-14T23:36:00.003-05:00

www.sufjan.com

I love him. I love his last name. I love his banjo. I love his wings. It is such a non-traditional sound i can do nothing but like it. His voice is soothing and his banjo playing is utterly and strangely calming. But his music is sincere and it comes from a good place...so what else could one want.

Albums: 7
Favourites:
Album-Illinois
Song-Chicago (acoustic) and multiple others

Let's talk about: running...

2008-12-11T14:47:00.002-05:00

I used to think that i couldn't run and would say "god did not make me to run". However, i am evidence that you can do anything you put your mind to. I know how cliché that sounds however it is true. I began this by running intervals of 2 min, then up to 4 mins. Now i am running for 20 mins straight. As i told my dad when i ran for 15 min, i haven't done this.... and his reply was... since elementary school. And you know what it is true.

Running is something i have always wanted to do. My dad did it all the time and i thought why couldn't i. So with a little motivation, grueling minutes, lots of sweat, and immense gratification. I run now. I love it. It is addicting.

I push myself like i never have before. Not only does it strengthen one physically but it strengthens ones mind.

And my mind is certainly stronger than it has been in about 8 years...and i love it!!

Musical genius of the day: Tegan and Sara

2008-11-28T10:43:00.004-05:00

www.teganandsara.com

Tegan and Sara Quinn come to us from the great white north a.k.a. Canada. These girls have been around for awhile and have quite the cult following. They create a unique sound and melodies. With that they are also sisters, if you couldn't tell. Check out there other music because it is different that this song, "Call it Off". However, that is just another plus to there diverse library of compositions. Much of their early music has the sound of an early Ani Difranco, but with about 9 years of separation. Just support.

Albums: 5
Favourites:
Album- The Con
Song- "Call it Off" "Back in Your Head"

Let's talk about: beliefs...

2008-11-19T12:58:00.001-05:00

alright. at this current time beliefs. a persons beliefs. those that often align with a religious thought. are in the forefront. someones beliefs are just that. theirs. not mine. not yours. not my parents. not the church. and hopefully not someone elses. one should have ownership in their beliefs. there must be a foundation and a reasoning. and someone in opposition can feel that. opposite. but remember they may feel the same way about your beliefs.

this however takes a radical turn for the worse. that being when someone's beliefs harm another person emotionally or physically. if we are truly supposed to love one another as we would like to be treated and loved whatever your doctrine says....it is there. then taking rights away. then not giving rights. then killing, harming, and emotionally scaring someone for a belief is totally out of line. either way. opposition or not. both sides MUST take RESPONSIBILITY for who they are, what they think, and what they believe. yes what they believe.

begin to re-examine what you believe. what is it truly saying. read it in context. or not read it in context. see it from both sides (now), joni mitchell reference. be aware of both sides. and live. live knowing you have that knowledge and understanding. and are truly caring for the human race.

and just help to better your fellow man ...or WOman.... please

words of wisdom

2008-11-19T12:50:00.000-05:00

Peace is not the product of terror or fear.
Peace is not the silence of cemeteries.
Peace is not the silent result of violent repression.
Peace is the generous,
tranquil contribution of all
to the good of all.
Peace is dynamism.
Peace is generosity.
It is right and it is duty.

- Archbishop Oscar Romero

Musical genius of the day: The Be Good Tanyas

2008-11-16T12:15:00.005-05:00

www.begoodtanyas.com

Inlcuding Frazey Ford, Samantha Parton, and Trish Klein and hailing from Vancouver, Canada; this all girl trio brings you a touch of bluegrass and folk never heard before. The vocals, from ford are beautiful and like no other. This definitely makes for a great sound, creating upbeat and sometimes penetrating melodies. A band one should have in their collection

Albums: 3
Favourites:
Album-Chinatown
Song- "in Spite of all the Damages", "It's Not Happening", "The Littlest Birds"

Let's talk about: friends...

2008-11-11T17:24:00.005-05:00

we all have those friends, who when they're dating someone that person makes your friend a better person OR sadly worse. i always strive to surround myself with people who make me a better person. granted me as a person also has an influence on how a person is going to affect me.

a person that not only makes you light up, feel butterflies, and long for that little touch but also one who can carry on a conversation with your friends without you around, when you're in a public place they are perfectly okay with NOT touching the whole time, and merely more engaging than an empty chair. and i think this all lies in respect.

respect for a group that you are with and not secluding yourself. respect for friendships that have lasted longer than a 2 month relationship. and respect for another human being you want to spend your hours with no matter in what way and not just being a fly on the wall observing. someone who jumps into the middle of the situation and understands that friendships are more important to you.

and to have a relationship, friendship is key first.

respecting all love, romantic or unconditional, pure love for all the relationships in life

find that person who respects your love for others.. and makes you a better person for that love...

special comment...the greatest of these is love...

2008-11-11T09:51:00.002-05:00

really!?

2008-11-03T21:53:00.002-05:00

but watch this to make you feel better....

words of wisdom

2008-11-02T14:27:00.000-05:00

You are a Christian only so long as you constantly pose critical questions to the society you live in ... so long as you stay unsatisfied with the status quo and keep saying that a new world is yet to come.
- Henri Nouwen

Let's talk about: tears...

2008-10-26T22:57:00.004-04:00

for the last hour or so, on a sunday night, i have been looking through photos. through memories of what has been. what my life entailed for so many years. it was like seeing old friends for the first time in a long time. it is not that i want what life was like during 2001 but that i could feel what it felt to live like that again. almost as if you were able to smell the same scent, or fit the same shoe size, or feel the same way you did, or even at that time be able to see someone through the lenses you have today.

it is not a sad thing it is just a recognizable difference. one that brings tears. almost similar to that of jo in little women when she is looking out the window as beth dies, but honestly more like dottie in a league of their own when she realizes how much she truly loves the sport of baseball. something that is ingrained in you. something that makes YOU who you are. i have begun to recognize those things in my life. find my niche. and whenever we do, i know i am guilty, we try for something else. but besides that, i had tears.

good tears. crying and emotional connectivity is always hard for me so to feel that is wonderful, no matter in what manner. it is the outward and visible sign of the connection to someone, of something, for someone. it is so overwhelming and is a feeling one themselves only truly knows.

but it is also a feeling of satisfaction, that things are okay...

words of wisdom

2008-10-22T12:19:00.000-04:00

The very least you can do in your life is to figure out what you hope for. And the most you can do is live inside that hope.

- Barbara Kingsolver,
Animal Dreams