Suprisingly interesting – at least to me, and to the person speaking as well. This young woman wore 18th Century clothing for five years, and she talks about the experience. The talking part starts at 2:08. The small tattoo on … Continue reading →
At least, that’s the official recommendation: Skip kissing and consider wearing a mask when having sex to protect yourself from catching the coronavirus, Canada’s chief medical officer said on Wednesday, adding that going solo remains the lowest risk sexual option … Continue reading →
Mark Knopfler is British. But “Telegraph Road” is his song about the history of America – in particular, the city of Detroit, but certainly more than that: A long time ago came a man on a track Walking thirty miles … Continue reading →
Here’s an interesting video for a change of pace. Some of the music isn’t au courant, but that’s probably because it was made three years ago. But the points are still relevant, I think:
Continue reading →A voice teacher analyzes Karen Carpenter’s singing: I would describe her voice much more simply: “like velvet.” Or “like syrup; like honey.” But he is far more astute, pointing out all the shadings and change-ups that the rest of us … Continue reading →
The NY Times and the left (but I repeat myself) would have you believe that America’s founding principle of the most basic kind was slavery, and that all along slavery and racism have been the driving forces behind the US. … Continue reading →
A little respite for you. Take it easy: One more for the road:
Continue reading →[NOTE: I think we all need a break from depressing politics right about now.] There are certain songs that you love the very first time you hear them. At least, that’s the way it is for me. One of them … Continue reading →
[NOTE: Here’s a recommended article by Andrew C. McCarthy entitled, “The President Has the Constitutional Power to Restore Order. He Must Act.”] We hardly needed any more proof that our society is in terrible trouble. But we’ve gotten it in … Continue reading →
[NOTE: For much-needed relief from politics and riots.] I remember the song well; it was a big hit in 1967, that seminal 60s year. But it was hardly typical of the times. It was a quiet song that told a … Continue reading →
Last night I had trouble sleeping, thinking about what’s going on. It’s not just the Russiagate/Obamagate events, or COVID. It’s the brazen duplicity of the reporting around them, and my despair at the fact that so many people are influenced … Continue reading →