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Willful Blindness
Willful Blindness by Michael Romani Few in words but reliable Is the life found viable Stated simply in the declarative The crucial moments in our narrative These crucial moments of unsparing poetry Slip the strictures in blurred novelty The courage … Continue reading
Sonic Gems: The Isley Brothers – The Heat Is On
Formed in the 1950s, the Cincinnati, Ohio vocal group, The Isley Brothers originally started as a gospel group before having one of the longest, most influential and diverse careers in modern American popular music. In 1959, the group came … Continue reading
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Tagged Doo-Wop, Funk, Gospel, Shout, Sonic Gems, Soul, The Heat Is On, The Isley Brothers, This Old Heart of Mine, Twist and Shout
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Sonic Gems: Fishbone – Truth and Soul
Formed in 1979 Los Angeles, California, the rock band Fishbone plays a fusion of ska, punk, funk, heavy rock and soul. The original lineup included John Fisher on bass, Dr. Madd Vibe on vocals and saxophone, Kendall Jones on … Continue reading
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Tagged Fishbone, Freddie's Dead, Funk, Heavy Rock, Los Angeles, Punk, Ska, Sonic Gems, Soul, South Central, Super Fly, Truth and Soul
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Never Ceasing
Never Ceasing by Michael Romani I have you in the depths of my soul No doubt about whose in control Looking for my faith to increase Praying for my love to never cease Such a simple concept to embrace Living … Continue reading
Posted in Poetry and Poems
Tagged Control, Embrace, Faith, God, Love, Measure, Nurture, Photograph, Poem, Poetry, Prayer, Soul
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Sonic Gems: The O’Jays – Back Stabbers
In 1958, the American R&B group The O’Jays formed in Canton, Ohio. The band consisted of Eddie Levert, Walter Williams, William Powell, Bobby Massey and Bill Isles. They made their first chart appearance with Lonely Drifter in 1963. It wasn’t until … Continue reading
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Tagged Back Stabbers, Lonely Drifter, Love Train, Philadelphia Sound, Sonic Gems, Soul, The O'Jays
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Ever Increasing Joy
Ever Increasing Joy by Michael Romani Living in an Age of Materiality If you don’ have this or that You’re relegate to marginality Or at least it’s how we act But the truth is that we need Is to … Continue reading
Posted in Poetry and Poems
Tagged Abundance, Blessing, Darkness, Faithfulness, Grace, Joy, Lights, Materiality, Opportunity, Peace, Photograph, Poem, Poetry, Prayer, Rejoice, Soul, Strength, Victory
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Thought For the Day: You Are the Sculptor of Your Life
“We are all sculptors and painters, and our material is our own flesh and bones.” – Henry David Thoreau, naturalist and author (1817-1862) In this present life, what we choose to do and not do; consume and not consume; believe … Continue reading
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Tagged Choices, Create, Henry David Thoreau, Material, Paint, Sculpt, Soul, Thought For the Day
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Sonic Gems: Sade – Promise
In 1982, the English band Sade formed. This band combined elements of soul, quiet storm, smooth jazz and sophisticated pop music. The band arose from the Latin soul band Pride. The original members consisted of Sade Adu, Stuart Matthewman, Paul … Continue reading
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Tagged Promise, Quiet Storm, Romantic, Sade, Smooth Jazz, Sonic Gems, Soul, Sweetest Taboo
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WordPress – #Daily Prompt – Atmospheric
I choose to believe I am chasing after something real not chimeric Because the heights that you bring me to are truly often atmospheric Sheltered in each other’s arms, we know love and keep quite warm Protected by grace and … Continue reading
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Tagged Atmospheric, Blessed, Chimeric, Commitment, Connection, Daily Prompt, Grace, Love, Safe Harbor, Shelter, Soul, Sunshine, Wordpress
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ALOHA PROMISES FOREVER 