On a recent walk I had a remarkable opportunity to experience a deeper level of the truth behind the phrase, “pain is inevitable - suffering is optional.” Heading out on a warm summer afternoon, a steady breeze kept the temperature from becoming unbearable.
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Mar 26
Poems - Visiting Apolinario S Library, Just Before Dark, & Old Dan In English And Spanish
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(From November, 2007)
Poems to be part of the book, “Silence over a Restless Valley”
To be published July, 2007
Visiting Apolinario in his Library
(Reference to Poet and Journalist, Apolinario Mayta Inga)
(A Minute Chronicle, in Poetic Prose)
The older I get, the more magical and mystical and perfectly purposeful life seems to me, so I have no doubt at this point in time that we die when we are meant to die. And right now, we are all going through a metaphorical death and rebirth process, whether we like it or not.
The geocosmic backdrop leaves no doubt that we are in significant and transitional times which are leaving most with their head spinning. There is no going back. We are moving into a new reality heralded by Pluto on the Galactic Center, the new “Platonic Year”, Uranus recently shifting into Pisces, Pluto moving into Capricorn at the beginning of next year, (while in opposition to Mars for those two months) and Neptune moving into Pisces at the beginning of the year 2012, at the end of the Mayan calendar.
Pianos are one of those musical instruments that can be rightly termed as classy. With a great historical background to its name, pianos form the soul of western music, preferably for solo performances, chamber music, and accompaniment. Not withstanding their huge size and expense, pianos lend an amazing aid for rehearsals and music compositions. The universal popularity of pianos makes us wonder about some of the unique facts that have not yet been brought to limelight.
What is there to like when learning a foreign language? Imagine that you are learning the Italian language right at your own living room. Considering the numerous simple methods of learning Italian today, would you rather sit in your living room and learn painstakingly about the Italian language or visit the country of the language’s origin?
Mar 08
Annual Forecast & Feng Shui Remedies For 2008 - Yang Brown Earth Rat Year - Goat Sign
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If you were born in the Year of Goat or Sheep or Ram (1907, 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003) as per Chinese Astrology Horoscopes, know your Destiny in 2008 in your Career/Business, Health, Wealth, Harmony, Love and Studies. Be aware of your strengths and be warned of the negative energies that you may have to face, to plan your strategies well ahead. Get to know the Feng Shui Enhancers and Cures that can help you, too.
Annual Forecast & Feng Shui Remedies for 2008 : Wu Zi, Year of Yang Brown Earth Rat - Goat Sign (Chinese Zodiac)
We all do things in life that we later regret. More often than not; it involves pairing off with a tubster after a heavy night on the ale; or ‘Lenny Henry syndrome’ as it’s known on the street.
I am particularly ashamed of my behaviour while on a family holiday in Greece. The hotel manager struggled to understand the wife’s thick Glaswegian accent, and jumped to the conclusion that she was mentally challenged. I should really have set him straight, but a good parking space is hard to find.
The bass is similar in appearance and construction to an electric guitar, but with a larger body, a longer neck and scale length, and usually four strings tuned one octave lower in pitch than the four lower strings of a guitar.
Bass guitar can be accessorized with various gears. It includes case, Bags, Strings, Picks, Tuners, Stands and Cables.
Bass guitar case
Guitar cases are available in different materials. Molded Electric Bass Guitar Case with Plush Interior features a unique through bolted system, which attaches the exterior body to the interior foam for rugged protection. The plush interior keeps the instrument safe, and the protective foam inside supports the guitar, even the neck, for maximum safety. The lightweight and durable semi-rigid case is great for protecting the guitar.
It might seem that an email address can be a lifesaver for the peripatetic
photographer, but there are a couple drawbacks here if you’re not careful:
From time to time we are tempted by local and national ISPs (Internet Service
Providers) to hook up with their email services. They dangle an alluring low fee, much
as credit card companies will do, to bring you aboard. Then, be it six months or twelve
months later, they’re sure to raise their fees. Your problem: Should you switch to a
cheaper company or stay with your original ISP?
Malibu
Home to warm, sandy beaches and countless stars and the entertainment industry, Malibu is located to the west of Los Angeles County, California, USA. The city has grown from humble beginnings with a native touch to today’s world famous city. The city has a lot of entertainment facilities from beaches, shark pens, National parks, museums etc. Malibu is famous for Malibu Lagoon museum, Adamson House (historic home) and the John Paul Getty Museum. The J. P. Getty museum has exhibitions that let you explore the past, art displayed at the center and villa, educational training, a research and conservation center, bookstore and games, which males it a very interesting facility and museum.