...the best is yet to be...
I was listening to the song earlier, while driving home. It made me think of my sweetie. Mary Chapin Carpenter sings a wonderful version of this song written by Paul McCartney and John Lennon, based on a Robert Browning poem.
Rabbi ben Ezra
Grow old along with me!
The best is yet to be...
22 February 2007
12 February 2007
where oh where...
Until now, I've been posting pretty much the same entries across several formats (AIM journal, MySpace, and Blogger/Blogspot). But, I think I will post certain sorts of things in one or the other, instead of all three. So, this is a heads up to let you know that you might want to check myspace and/or blogger for different entries of mine. I realize that some will not choose to access the other locations, and that is fine. I also know that many do not have myspace accnts and cannot access my posts there, that's ok too. If there is anything that I feel is very terribly important, I will most likely post it in all three. In my repeated experience, blogger tends to load oh-so-much faster and give me oh-so-many fewer problems than AIM. No surprise there.
From time to time, I will post reminders, just to let you know where and what I have posted. I think it will help to foster more creativity on my part. If it is too confusing or too much trouble on your part, that's okey, it's not like you have to visit any of em. But, I'd appreciate it if you would!
From time to time, I will post reminders, just to let you know where and what I have posted. I think it will help to foster more creativity on my part. If it is too confusing or too much trouble on your part, that's okey, it's not like you have to visit any of em. But, I'd appreciate it if you would!
10 February 2007
Portitude
Paper Portitude is a recent stumbleupon. There is quite a selection of classics linked there. The short story is my current love of the literature world.
"Nevermind the musty smell; it's merely the scent of dusty books, waiting to be opened and read.
"Nevermind the musty smell; it's merely the scent of dusty books, waiting to be opened and read.
Presented to you here - in our humble library - are the classics. From the Grimm fairy tales, to the poems of Robert Frost, there's enough on our shelves to keep you occupied for long time.
You've been reading since you were a child, so this should be easy. Just pick an author, or a genre, and get started."
I've been reading Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Holmesian shorts. This week, the volume is due back at the library. In just a few moments, I plan to begin Paper Portitude's host of O Henry's "After Twenty Years". I won't have to worry about returning that to the library, now will I?
In my life I'll love you more...
It's no secret to those who know me well that I don't think much favorably about the whole frantic activity with which we contemporarily associate Valentine's Day. Briefly, I think it is rather pathetic that there are people who need to have a special day to remind them to be sweet to the ones they profess to love. I suppose if Valentine's Day does serve as a time to reflect upon our own behaviour and attitudes toward the ones we love, then it may be a very good thing indeed.
Endeavor to love the ones you hold dear, every day, in all ways. Show your appreciation, with acts of sincerity that need no obligatory Hallmark Holiday. Startle them with a caring touch, a quick hug, a warm smile. Enjoy the moments of peace you share, with your truly loved one.
Endeavor to love the ones you hold dear, every day, in all ways. Show your appreciation, with acts of sincerity that need no obligatory Hallmark Holiday. Startle them with a caring touch, a quick hug, a warm smile. Enjoy the moments of peace you share, with your truly loved one.
09 February 2007
...wha...?
Here it is, Friday! Wednesday, I went to the new Barnes and Nobles, which is on campus. It was the first time I'd been there. I browsed around, briefly. There was a table with some page-a-day calendars and boxes of holiday cards, for a buck per. So I used my birthday gift card (given to me last November) and bought an assortment.
One of the page-a-days is devoted to Bushisms. Today's Bushism is:
"In other words, I don't think people ought to be compelled to make the decision which they think is best for their family."
If I could, I'd show you how very ernestly I can say that. Cuz I've the ability to say hilarious crap with a straight face. Ya gotta, if you deal with Bush.
One of the page-a-days is devoted to Bushisms. Today's Bushism is:
"In other words, I don't think people ought to be compelled to make the decision which they think is best for their family."
If I could, I'd show you how very ernestly I can say that. Cuz I've the ability to say hilarious crap with a straight face. Ya gotta, if you deal with Bush.
05 February 2007
You've got questions, I've got answers. They might even be to those questions. We'll see
From time to time, I am asked some odd questions. Usually, I feel they deserve equally odd answers. Here are a few:
If I read to myself, will I go blind?
No. Unless you do it somewhere with really bad lighting.
Why should I believe in myself?
Unless you are in fact an imaginary character, you should at
least suspect that you are a real person. If you manage to convince yourself that you actually exist, then
you're well on the way to getting others to agree with you. That opens the doors to all sorts of possibilities.
What do you do?
I don't do inanimate objects. As far as people go, I'm very selective about whom I do. I wasn't always this way. But, I'm getting older and developing taste.
No, I meant, what do you do for money?
That depends. Why, do you have a proposition for me? No, forget I asked that. I'm not going to start reverting to old habits. That way lies yet another 12 step program.
Why won't you answer your phone when I call?
Well, the obvious answer would be, because I don't want to talk to you. The truth is less obvious. It's because I leave the ringer silenced, so I don't answer anyone's call. And in this case, I'm going with the obvious answer.
If you
have any questions, that you'd like me to answer, feel free to ask in
comments. I may read them and laugh uproariously. I may think,
"pft". I may even answer them, in a future blog.
02 February 2007
...i was almost onto that thought, but it squirmed away...
Some days, this is how I feel...
It's a thankless job, but I've got a lot of Karma to burn off.
I started out with nothing and I still have most of it left.
Chaos, panic and disorder…my work here is done.
It's a thankless job, but I've got a lot of Karma to burn off.
I started out with nothing and I still have most of it left.
Chaos, panic and disorder…my work here is done.
and so here i am at the end of the day
I've got Billy Joel lyrics looping in my mind at the moment.
Today I received a well-loved package. In it were treats for all! Stella loves her catnip toy and will cherish it for all time. The pupsicles have their very own peanut butter flavored treats awaiting them. And teas for me!!
I love tea! sighing happily
Today, I am tired, but not that mind-numbing, drained, can't do a damned thing exhaustion that has been problematic all week. I mean, I may even take a shower! That's pretty damn energetic at this point!
Today I received a well-loved package. In it were treats for all! Stella loves her catnip toy and will cherish it for all time. The pupsicles have their very own peanut butter flavored treats awaiting them. And teas for me!!
I love tea! sighing happily
Today, I am tired, but not that mind-numbing, drained, can't do a damned thing exhaustion that has been problematic all week. I mean, I may even take a shower! That's pretty damn energetic at this point!
01 February 2007
February
Hello!
Whether it is Imbolc or Ground Hog Day for you, the beginning of February marks the midway of winter heading toward spring. I am so ready for this winter to be over. Mostly cuz I am immensely tired and the weather is adding to my hibernating tendancies. But, as memom says, "don't be wishing your life away."
Hope everyone's February begins and ends nicely.
Whether it is Imbolc or Ground Hog Day for you, the beginning of February marks the midway of winter heading toward spring. I am so ready for this winter to be over. Mostly cuz I am immensely tired and the weather is adding to my hibernating tendancies. But, as memom says, "don't be wishing your life away."
Hope everyone's February begins and ends nicely.
22 January 2007
ghost busters
some thoughts regarding being ghosted...
http://blog.myspace.com/dkb1116
check it, ya know ya wanna!
http://blog.myspace.com/dkb1116
check it, ya know ya wanna!
Cost of Depression, Global Issue
Well just in case you happen to have scads of money and are looking for something to do, there is something of interest that you can attend!
| Soaring Economic Costs from Depression
a Global Issue |
|
| What: | Dr. Thomas R. Insel, Director, NIMH, will present on the prevalence and global burden of depression, its enormous economic impact, and new advances in treatment at the World Economic Forum annual meeting. Depression is the leading cause of medical disability for people worldwide age 15-44 according to the World Health Organization’s World Health Report on the global burden of disease. Depression is common among the world’s population, resulting in significant economic costs. Dr. Insel will also participate in two additional sessions — one that focuses on funding for mental health research and innovation, and another that addresses urbanization from a public health perspective. |
| Why: | The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, “Shaping the Global Agenda — The Shifting Power Equation.” The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging leaders in partnerships to shape global, regional and industry agendas (http://www.weforum.org/en/events/AnnualMeeting2007/index.htm). The annual meeting is the Forum’s flagship event that engages leaders from business, politics, religious groups and non-government organizations to shape the global, regional and industry agendas. |
| When: | January 24-28, 2007 |
| Where: | Davos, Switzerland |
| More Info: | To arrange for an interview contact Mary Partlow, NIMH Press Office, 301-443-4536. Dr. Insel will be available for interview on-site or by phone. |
18 January 2007
Bringing tears to my eyes
I've been feeling out of sorts for awhile now. There are many small
reasons contribute to this off kilter sense of being. Taken
individually, or even in managable groupings, I might usually stride
right along. But taken as a rabid pack, the overwhelming image of
flounding in their wake seems apt.
Just yesterday, I had eMailed a friend of mine, who is very familiar with all the goings-on at this time. She has first hand knowledge of all the ins/outs of my particular positions and situations that occur within the realm of NAMI. Plus, she embraces all the other oddities of being me. I didn't have to say much about me, other than to say that 'here it is, this is how i am today' brief line or two. In fact, I've probably written more in this post thus far about me than I did in yesterday's eMail!
The thing that choked me up, with emotional responses of relief, acceptance, and comfort was so simple. It was a statement that I myself had made to her, awhile back. When she was feeling similar doubts, weariness, exasperation, and smallness; I had told her something that I believe. It is awesome that she calls my words to mind, and that they reassure her. That means so much to me. And, this is some of my own medicine that I'll gladly take. Thanks for the reminder, sweeterpea.
Here it is:
To repeat what you said to me, which I often remember, with great encouragement "you are more than enough because you are mindful." And you are.
Just yesterday, I had eMailed a friend of mine, who is very familiar with all the goings-on at this time. She has first hand knowledge of all the ins/outs of my particular positions and situations that occur within the realm of NAMI. Plus, she embraces all the other oddities of being me. I didn't have to say much about me, other than to say that 'here it is, this is how i am today' brief line or two. In fact, I've probably written more in this post thus far about me than I did in yesterday's eMail!
The thing that choked me up, with emotional responses of relief, acceptance, and comfort was so simple. It was a statement that I myself had made to her, awhile back. When she was feeling similar doubts, weariness, exasperation, and smallness; I had told her something that I believe. It is awesome that she calls my words to mind, and that they reassure her. That means so much to me. And, this is some of my own medicine that I'll gladly take. Thanks for the reminder, sweeterpea.
Here it is:
To repeat what you said to me, which I often remember, with great encouragement "you are more than enough because you are mindful." And you are.
17 January 2007
Telling it like it is, preface
Each time that I have attempted to add an entry, I've failed. It isn't some technical glitch of my dial-up, my service provider, nor AOL/AIM journals. It's because of me.
It has been a long time, months, since I posted here (or anywhere) with regularity and frequency. So now I have no idea where to start. It is rather overwhelming, to pick up some threads that are in the midst of the weaving and try to follow things to the start or the finish. I feel much like when I first began the whole blogging process. That I would need to pluck and begin in the middle, and not worry overly much about explaining all the circumstances and the reasons and provide all the background and foreground. It's enough to provide the middle ground.
Even that does not need to be complete.
It has been a long time, months, since I posted here (or anywhere) with regularity and frequency. So now I have no idea where to start. It is rather overwhelming, to pick up some threads that are in the midst of the weaving and try to follow things to the start or the finish. I feel much like when I first began the whole blogging process. That I would need to pluck and begin in the middle, and not worry overly much about explaining all the circumstances and the reasons and provide all the background and foreground. It's enough to provide the middle ground.
Even that does not need to be complete.
09 January 2007
Potter's Holly How as seen through Albert's eyes
Hello!
I've posted an entry elsewhere that you may want to visit. It is about a story I just finished reading, "The Tale of Holly How" by Susan Witting Albert. That's the second in "The Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter" series.
I've posted an entry elsewhere that you may want to visit. It is about a story I just finished reading, "The Tale of Holly How" by Susan Witting Albert. That's the second in "The Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter" series.
02 January 2007
resolving
If I had solved the problem in the first place, I wouldn't be faced with resolving. Oh, wait, THAT'S not what I was going to focus on...the resolving of resolutions, such as the popular New Year's Resolution...k, here we go!
On one hand, I think that resolutions as a whole suck. For one digit, they are usually some grand noble idea that doesn't actually have a chance of becoming realized. Self-defeating. On another digit (same hand), if I am going to make a change of some sort (either to begin doing or to cease doing), then why oh why would I wait til the newest year to do so? Why put it off? Just do it (or not, depending).
On the other hand, the new year is a beginning that many seem to acknowledge and as such may serve as a fine reminder to self-reflect and evaluate, for those who do not typically tend to indulge in those thinking processes. If that sounds sorta snobbish, that's cuz it is. Being snobbish doesn't mean that it is without merit, though.
On a slightly different note (would that be the ear then?), I am settling back into my routine after having been gone for over three weeks. My animals are glad to see me, and I them. They all need bathes in the worst way. Shaddow has been running through the fields, swimming in swampy ponds, and getting into all manner of situations. Ziggee has been keeping her company. Stella has herself a staunch case of worms and fleas (from which the worms came). They have all been treated today, but I need to have a go at it again (sorta like resolving, see cuz i didn't do it right the first time, the problem is still needing to be solved, this time i ought to buy the right medicine for the right type of worms, sillee me).
Hope all of you are having a fine new year thus far.
On one hand, I think that resolutions as a whole suck. For one digit, they are usually some grand noble idea that doesn't actually have a chance of becoming realized. Self-defeating. On another digit (same hand), if I am going to make a change of some sort (either to begin doing or to cease doing), then why oh why would I wait til the newest year to do so? Why put it off? Just do it (or not, depending).
On the other hand, the new year is a beginning that many seem to acknowledge and as such may serve as a fine reminder to self-reflect and evaluate, for those who do not typically tend to indulge in those thinking processes. If that sounds sorta snobbish, that's cuz it is. Being snobbish doesn't mean that it is without merit, though.
On a slightly different note (would that be the ear then?), I am settling back into my routine after having been gone for over three weeks. My animals are glad to see me, and I them. They all need bathes in the worst way. Shaddow has been running through the fields, swimming in swampy ponds, and getting into all manner of situations. Ziggee has been keeping her company. Stella has herself a staunch case of worms and fleas (from which the worms came). They have all been treated today, but I need to have a go at it again (sorta like resolving, see cuz i didn't do it right the first time, the problem is still needing to be solved, this time i ought to buy the right medicine for the right type of worms, sillee me).
Hope all of you are having a fine new year thus far.
31 December 2006
Happy Newest Year!
M. C. Escher
I don't use drugs, my dreams are frightening enough.
While I, like many of you, have been hither and thither over the past few weeks; I've been thinking lots. As the new year progresses, I will most likely be posting more here. So, everyone have a safe and fun new year's eve. I'll be seeing you on the flip side.
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