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Category Archives: Thought For the Day
Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: On the Tragedies of Shakespeare Considered – Charles Lamb
The English Essayist and poet Charles Lamb was born on February 10, 1775. He lived until December 27, 1834. In the days of his life, he became best known for his Essays of Elia, Tales of Shakespeare and this essay On the Tragedies … Continue reading
Thought For the Day: To See Truthfully Takes Effort
“To see what is in front of one’s nose requires a constant struggle.” – George Orwell
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Sonic Gems: Los Van Van – Ay Dios Amparame!
Some may disagree with me, but, I don’t think there is a group of musicians more illustrative of post- Revolution Cuban music than Los Van Van. It was led for many years by bassist Juan Formell until he passed in … Continue reading
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Tagged Afro-Cuban Folkloric, Ay Dios Amparame!, Cuba, Dance Music, Juan Formell, Los Van Van, Rock, Salsa, Son, Songo, Sonic Gems, Timba
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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: The Shoemaker’s Holiday – Thomas Dekker
The English Elizabethan dramatist and pamphleteer, Thomas Dekker, was born in approximately 1572 and lived until August 25, 1632. During his busy life, he was a versatile and prolific writer for several decades. This brought him into the lives of … Continue reading
Thought For the Day: ‘Liberals’ Are Not So Open Minded
“Liberals claim to want to give a hearing to other views but then are shocked and offended to discover that there are other views.” — William F. Buckley Jr. (1925-2008), founder of National Review
Sonic Gems: Usher – Confessions
The American entertainer, singer songwriter Usher Raymond IV was born on October 14, 1978. At the age of 12, his mother started him in local singing competitions. In 1994, he released his self titled debut album. His 2004 album Confessions established … Continue reading
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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: The Origin of Species – Darwin
The Origin of Species was published on November 24, 1859 We have previously discussed both Darwin and The Origin of Species on earlier posts. In keeping with the spirit of using the Harvard Classics as a tutorial today, we have … Continue reading
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In Memorial To My Sister
I wrote this poem to and for my sister as I realized she would not overcome cancer. Today is the anniversary of her birth. I had wrote passing. I am grateful that she is out of pain. I miss her … Continue reading
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Tagged Birthday, Cancer, Loss, Love, Memorial, Memories, Photograph, Poem, Poetry
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Thought For the Day: Natural Ability Requires Pruning
“Natural abilities are like natural plants; they need pruning by study.” – Francis Bacon However naturally gifted a person is, these skills and abilities can always use a little pruning and sculpting to bring out the very best. Constructive criticism … Continue reading
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Sonic Gems: James Taylor – Sweet Baby James
Born on March 12, 1948, James Vernon Taylor grew up to become a five time Grammy Award winning American Singer-Songwriter. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. We picked this album of comfort food … Continue reading
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