San Francisco isn’t alien to earthquakes. In fact, locals would probably agree that Mother Nature’s ability to shake the ground without a doubt garnishes a shared humility. Regardless of the source of tragedy, it is remarkable how simple one’s humanity becomes. Whether it was the victim’s flying above on a suicidal journey into New York’s twin towers or the recent devastation of our Haiti cousins, the truth is that people yearn to reach out and love one another before their last breath disables them from doing so. Everything else doesn’t matter.
Jeanette MacDonald stars in the 1929 The Love Parade and 1936 San Francisco where her beauty, wit and charm are inspiring. The stories playfully dance around similar themes of love and modesty in relationships. Though the times were completely dissimilar than they are currently, there are values and ideas that can be learned. Love is a bottomless well and she knows no airs. She can move masses to delight and heal hearts to no end.
This Valentine’s Day come fall in love with the California Academy of Sciences, a paradise museum. For this special day they have planned for any age Science Story Adventures and Family Nature Crafts all in the name of love. Call 415.379.8000 for more information.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Tomorrow’s birthday
Once you get past a certain age birthdays take on a different feel. Appreciation for the little things means a lot big time. Relaxation is welcome. A night in on the sofa watching a well made film is nice.
At age 10, sister’s gift of a diary with lock and key was the inkling of the elongated journey of a writer-to-be. Of all the journals, it’s the one with the most heartfelt memories. It remains in the house to date. Without it, there would have been a many of frustrated experiences lost in time.
Writing is a beautiful way to express the human soul. Whether for personal or professional reasons, everyone ought to pick up the pen now and then and write something down that means something to them. Then they should put it away and forget about it. When they’ve returned to said piece of literary expression they should note how they’ve grown.
What is a pen without her paper. What is a man without his woman. Tomorrow’s birthday will mark a new beginning . Indeed, the journey has already begun.
At age 10, sister’s gift of a diary with lock and key was the inkling of the elongated journey of a writer-to-be. Of all the journals, it’s the one with the most heartfelt memories. It remains in the house to date. Without it, there would have been a many of frustrated experiences lost in time.
Writing is a beautiful way to express the human soul. Whether for personal or professional reasons, everyone ought to pick up the pen now and then and write something down that means something to them. Then they should put it away and forget about it. When they’ve returned to said piece of literary expression they should note how they’ve grown.
What is a pen without her paper. What is a man without his woman. Tomorrow’s birthday will mark a new beginning . Indeed, the journey has already begun.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
For giving
It’s been so long since the heartfelt broken. Time has done well to heal the wounds of another period. What’s more is the current wave of attention. Likened to affection, it feels heartfelt and good. Thank you.
This has been a time well spent. All layers of relating have been deeply understood. Words have been spoken. Communication has been positive and preserved.
This should be love. There’s so much respect, individuality and companionship it’s fair to say we work well. In other words, I love working with you.
To be for giving is volunteering because you care. It is getting up in the middle of the night for your sick child. It is sacrificing for the betterment of someone or something that you deeply feel for. To be for giving is what life is all about honey bear.
To be forgiven is heavenly. It is the blessing from the Gods. It is the grace of humanity. It is the beauty in the beast.
I give to you. You give to me. It’s sweet. It’s strong which makes me proud.
If together we are for giving to our family, careers, and health then we are truly giving to our community and society as a whole. Marriage is not just a contribution to society. Two people who are in love are a contribution to society. The legal binding only takes it to a legal level otherwise without love there simply is no point.
Two people who have a strong spiritual connection and understanding can weather any storm. Their love for each other can only ignite the love for humanity. It’s true. Being in love reminds us why we’re here on earth.
My journey to you brings me to tears of joy. My memories as a little girl sweeps me off into a whirl of emotions. To have shared so much with you reminds me of how strong you keep me in the face of fire. You never let me down.
Faith has certainly played a key component. Certainly, your style has been the most compelling to figure out. But your simple understanding compassion has cut through any façade you tried to convey. Over time, there was not a doubt in my mind that surrendering to you would be for not.
From the beginning I was certain. Even now my confidence is strong. But the journey was nothing I could have ever begun to imagine. In fact, I imagine I will be pondering all the little bumps and turns for years to come. I am for giving to you.
This has been a time well spent. All layers of relating have been deeply understood. Words have been spoken. Communication has been positive and preserved.
This should be love. There’s so much respect, individuality and companionship it’s fair to say we work well. In other words, I love working with you.
To be for giving is volunteering because you care. It is getting up in the middle of the night for your sick child. It is sacrificing for the betterment of someone or something that you deeply feel for. To be for giving is what life is all about honey bear.
To be forgiven is heavenly. It is the blessing from the Gods. It is the grace of humanity. It is the beauty in the beast.
I give to you. You give to me. It’s sweet. It’s strong which makes me proud.
If together we are for giving to our family, careers, and health then we are truly giving to our community and society as a whole. Marriage is not just a contribution to society. Two people who are in love are a contribution to society. The legal binding only takes it to a legal level otherwise without love there simply is no point.
Two people who have a strong spiritual connection and understanding can weather any storm. Their love for each other can only ignite the love for humanity. It’s true. Being in love reminds us why we’re here on earth.
My journey to you brings me to tears of joy. My memories as a little girl sweeps me off into a whirl of emotions. To have shared so much with you reminds me of how strong you keep me in the face of fire. You never let me down.
Faith has certainly played a key component. Certainly, your style has been the most compelling to figure out. But your simple understanding compassion has cut through any façade you tried to convey. Over time, there was not a doubt in my mind that surrendering to you would be for not.
From the beginning I was certain. Even now my confidence is strong. But the journey was nothing I could have ever begun to imagine. In fact, I imagine I will be pondering all the little bumps and turns for years to come. I am for giving to you.
Brazilian chicken
It’s a favorite dish. This simple recipe is spicy, creamy and slightly haunting.
You’ll need:
• boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• coconut milk
• salsa
• chopped onion and garlic
• olive oil
• cayenne and black pepper
• salt
• a variety of spices
• ginger
• cilantro chopped
After rinsing your chicken pat your variety of spices all over the meat. On a hot oily skillet fry your meat, until thoroughly cooked, on both sides. Cover your skillet, open a window and/or turn on the fan. Remove your meat when done.
Next sauté your onions and garlic in the same skillet, perhaps adding a little more olive oil for resistance. Then add a can of coconut milk and a can of salsa (or fresh) with the cilantro. Stir on a low fire. Slice your chicken and pour sauce over meat; serve with rice and greens.
You’ll need:
• boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• coconut milk
• salsa
• chopped onion and garlic
• olive oil
• cayenne and black pepper
• salt
• a variety of spices
• ginger
• cilantro chopped
After rinsing your chicken pat your variety of spices all over the meat. On a hot oily skillet fry your meat, until thoroughly cooked, on both sides. Cover your skillet, open a window and/or turn on the fan. Remove your meat when done.
Next sauté your onions and garlic in the same skillet, perhaps adding a little more olive oil for resistance. Then add a can of coconut milk and a can of salsa (or fresh) with the cilantro. Stir on a low fire. Slice your chicken and pour sauce over meat; serve with rice and greens.
Is
Whether high or low in spirits or disposition, the point is in being. But it is pointless to be without the affirmation of another human being. It is why we date and relate to our mates. We must realize this and honor it even through the most trying times of communication.
In a time (as the 21st Century) where in a room full of people the one who speaks is deemed more intelligent. Of course, it all depends on what they’re saying. But with the magic wand of manipulation, charm and speculation they may have the power to sway the masses. Beware of that leadership because it may have no real merit in the end.
In the end, one hopes to look back with pure pride in a job well done. As we grow and mature, it would be advantageous to see generations grow and mature too. It’s the balancing act of progress now and progress as in the “bigger picture”. Environmentalism wouldn’t be a part of our vocabulary if our ancestors hadn’t stripped our natural resources in the first place.
To be responsible is merely an act of being able to respond. Not to be confused with knee-jerk reactions. On the contrary, the ability to respond requires care and forethought. To be in alignment with family, career, and health values is steering one’s life in the right direction.
As if life were a tree that is growing under the sun, she naturally branches out to touch other life forms. In response to being touched it is a sweet surprise; an anticipated joy which always arrives without expectation. Like harmonious music playing in the background of a conversation, it is only when a particular song hits you, that resonates with you personally, that one will begin to listen intensely and want to repeat it again and again. Although that first moment may have happened and is real, time is always moving forward and so it feels gone.
And so the search begins for that first precious moment. But where the true beauty (and even wisdom) lies is in the journey. For once the journey begins, despite provocations to remember; new experiences will take form and become a catalyst for greater depths and richer memories. It is within those invisible walls of security, comfort and trust that dreams will propel into action and dance on the myriad shoulders of responsible people now and forever.
In a time (as the 21st Century) where in a room full of people the one who speaks is deemed more intelligent. Of course, it all depends on what they’re saying. But with the magic wand of manipulation, charm and speculation they may have the power to sway the masses. Beware of that leadership because it may have no real merit in the end.
In the end, one hopes to look back with pure pride in a job well done. As we grow and mature, it would be advantageous to see generations grow and mature too. It’s the balancing act of progress now and progress as in the “bigger picture”. Environmentalism wouldn’t be a part of our vocabulary if our ancestors hadn’t stripped our natural resources in the first place.
To be responsible is merely an act of being able to respond. Not to be confused with knee-jerk reactions. On the contrary, the ability to respond requires care and forethought. To be in alignment with family, career, and health values is steering one’s life in the right direction.
As if life were a tree that is growing under the sun, she naturally branches out to touch other life forms. In response to being touched it is a sweet surprise; an anticipated joy which always arrives without expectation. Like harmonious music playing in the background of a conversation, it is only when a particular song hits you, that resonates with you personally, that one will begin to listen intensely and want to repeat it again and again. Although that first moment may have happened and is real, time is always moving forward and so it feels gone.
And so the search begins for that first precious moment. But where the true beauty (and even wisdom) lies is in the journey. For once the journey begins, despite provocations to remember; new experiences will take form and become a catalyst for greater depths and richer memories. It is within those invisible walls of security, comfort and trust that dreams will propel into action and dance on the myriad shoulders of responsible people now and forever.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Come on
When dreaming up the dream, one must remain focused. It’s ideal to stretch ideals to the limit. Imagination can only preempt what may transpire in the material. But the true goal is imminent.
Sweet duress is fine. Even a refined approach is appreciated. There’s no more sense rushing a cake then it is eating It before it’s done. Then again, when one has worked hard a treat is expected. No, the accomplishment is in redeeming qualities.
Realistically, time is beyond control. Anxiety aside, design and planning can only take one so far. At some point it’s imperative to have faith and jump in to see how one fairs. In the end, it’s the only way to really see how well things may settle.
It’s crucial to think and it’s even more important to project into the future. But the truth is now; in the moment, the here and now. So, come on and get real. That is if you really want it.
Sweet duress is fine. Even a refined approach is appreciated. There’s no more sense rushing a cake then it is eating It before it’s done. Then again, when one has worked hard a treat is expected. No, the accomplishment is in redeeming qualities.
Realistically, time is beyond control. Anxiety aside, design and planning can only take one so far. At some point it’s imperative to have faith and jump in to see how one fairs. In the end, it’s the only way to really see how well things may settle.
It’s crucial to think and it’s even more important to project into the future. But the truth is now; in the moment, the here and now. So, come on and get real. That is if you really want it.
Exercise the mind
Bound to a professional athlete, awareness in health and beauty is an understatement. The where with all of nutrition, fitness and esteem play significant roles towards success. Though diet and exercise are typically deemed as a discipline they don’t necessarily need to be. An alternative approach in leading a healthy life is creativity.
When out and about walking briskly with the baby in the stroller in the neighborhood “community” begins. Drivers yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. The baby watches the students play at recess at the elementary school. Waving to the neighborhood baker as she drives by waving back and people have communed in such a brief time.
When hiking with the baby in the carrier exercise is the furthest thought in mind. Imagination is released, fervent from all the movement. It’s an exciting time when no tape recorder or pen and pad could capture the creative buzz fermenting. The only thing to do is simply enjoy it.
This is why health is wealth. When the body is moving the brain benefits which suggests why it’s paramount to know who and how your significant other thinks. In that special moment, during a physical bond that connects the mind and heart as well is fundamental. Anything less than that is like eating a whole cake after a great workout-pointless.
When out and about walking briskly with the baby in the stroller in the neighborhood “community” begins. Drivers yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. The baby watches the students play at recess at the elementary school. Waving to the neighborhood baker as she drives by waving back and people have communed in such a brief time.
When hiking with the baby in the carrier exercise is the furthest thought in mind. Imagination is released, fervent from all the movement. It’s an exciting time when no tape recorder or pen and pad could capture the creative buzz fermenting. The only thing to do is simply enjoy it.
This is why health is wealth. When the body is moving the brain benefits which suggests why it’s paramount to know who and how your significant other thinks. In that special moment, during a physical bond that connects the mind and heart as well is fundamental. Anything less than that is like eating a whole cake after a great workout-pointless.
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