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Clear Air
I have found that I am a person who is easily influenced by the energy of others. I pick up on vibes, if you will. I tend to acquire feelings of negativity, neediness, anxiety, fear, nerves and the like. Today, I found myself getting worked up during a "quick" stop at K-mart and felt like I had blown the positive mood I woke up in this morning. ( Read more... ) -
This morning I didn't wake up singing Evita songs...
I woke up singing this song, "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol. ( lyrics ) -
It's National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
February 22-28 is National Eating Disorder Awareness week. In recent years it seems that eating disorders have seen more attention in the form of after school specials and the more current "fad" of teenagers and young women who choose dysfunctional eating styles as a way of life - just as they choose their style of dress. I’ve scanned various news ( Read more... ) -
Lyrics: Breathe Me by Sia
I have fallen absolutely IN LOVE with this song. I first heard it on the season finale of my all time favorite television series, Six Feet Under. It was paired with such a beautiful montage that I cried when I watched it, and cried again every time I have watched it since. I heard the song the other day while listening to pandora, and had to ( Read more... ) -
Saying goodbye
I consider myself fortunate to live on such a beautiful and unique island. In this small community, it is hard to retain anonymity. This is concerning for some, not so much for others. Doing what I do, I meet a lot of people, some I really cannot stand, some I can take or leave and some always bring a smile to my face because of the complex and ( Read more... ) -
Earth, wind, water and brush fire...
I took today off, as this is a busy weekend for "Evita", with three performances; Friday and Saturday nights, and then a Sunday matinee. Being sober, I went home early last night and woke up at a decent hour this morning. First there were errands to be done, then I headed out to my beach, Ha'penny, for a walk and a little relaxation ( Read more... ) -
"She don't eat meat, but she sure likes to bone..."
Can't help but think of that Dead Eye Dick song when I saw this banned Super Bowl commercial. I have always been ambivalent when it comes to these racy PETA ads, including the naked Pam Anderson ads with the tagline "I'd rather go naked than wear fur." I like the attention they get but as a feminist the portrayal of women as sex objects is fairly ( Read more... ) -
My subconscious is a friggin' comedian...
The other night I had an odd dream. I often have them, but this one had me laughing out loud upon awakening. In this dream I was at some sort of medieval fair and one of the games or tasks required us to throw salad, with rakes, into a larger salad bowl in the middle of what appeared to be a rodeo style ring. The competition was reminiscent of the ( Read more... ) -
Adventures in closet cleaning - or what living on a tropical island does to your sole
After a conversation about "OCD" tendencies with a friend over the holidays, I realized some areas of my life that could use some re-organization. All week, I planned and became increasingly excited about organizing my closet. It really needed it. Once upon a time it was the picture of harmony and balance, with all articles placed meticulously in ( Read more... ) -
Yet another Ha'Penny pic
So these little flowers I am especially drawn to lately are blossoms of a beach vine called Railroad Vine, the flowers referred to as beach morning glory or goat's foot. I thought the delicate flower looked like a morning glory, but am far from being an expert in the botany arena ( Read more... )