My mom has been on my mind a lot this past week, but it had nothing to do with Mother's Day. A week ago today I fell down a flight of steps at work. I landed hard, directly on my shoulder dislocating it. I spent several hours at the local ER with a coworker who brought me there. …
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I have eclectic tastes and I love finding new music. But, lately the music I am listening to most is a CD of old music made new again, covered by current singers. Chimes of Freedom: Songs of Bob Dylan Honoring 50 Years of Amnesty International is a compilation al …
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A little over a year ago a good friend of mine generously assisted me at a time I was very broke. She would not hear of letting me pay her back and even asked that I not bring up the subject again. Since then my financial situation has improved some and as I could not pay it back …
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For a brief moment yesterday I was joyful. A musician I follow on Twitter, @WeeLaura, had recommended the group Alabama Shakes. As I am always looking for new music and am particularly fond of independent musicians, I checked them out. I listened and was happily transported. The …
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I met Jennifer Haase on Twitter shortly before she released her second CD “No More Invitations” in July of 2011. We became friends even before I became a fan of her songs. At the time I was a little broke and couldn’t afford to buy it. When I finally h …
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It was as if the music demanded my attention, first subtly and then more overtly. I stopped the game I was playing and listened… The music to which I am referring is the newest CD from “indie” singer/songwriter Jennifer Haase, “No More Invitations.” …
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Was out and about this afternoon around sunset so I decided to try to get a shot. All pictures were taken with the camera on my phone
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Every year since my Dad died I think, it will be easier this time. It’s not. The day approaches, the anniversary of his death, and I find myself getting quieter. I go inside myself and I grieve like it happened yesterday.
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The Newsvine Team is honored to present our newest Newsvine Guide, Rottlady.
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I miss the smell of bacon wafting up the stairs on a cold morn The scent woke me better than an alarm I would descend the stairs, still sleepy. The sight of Jesus beckoning me With an exposed heart and open arms as Mother Mary was assumed in the adjoining frame
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Well now this just sucks doesn't it! Christmas Eve and a huge winter storm is creating havoc from Texas to Minnesota and all states in between. There are winter storm warning, tornado warnings, floods, ice storms and blizzards. What a mess!
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I have been very cognizant of time these past few months. It seems to be slipping by so quickly. I wish some days that I could stop it or at least slow it down some. There is always such a rush to get somewhere or to get something done.
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At some point in our lives we have all had to do a job that we may have thought was beneath us or somewhat distasteful. A job we took out of necessity rather than desire because, unfortunately, the bills don't pay themselves.
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In life these days it seems there are more questions than answers. Every time I turn around it seems another politician is in trouble, more people have lost their jobs, and someone else died an untimely death.
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There is so much truth in those two words "Hope Heals." When all else is lost there is still hope, if only for a better tomorrow than today. Without hope, we would surely all sink into total despair.
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I am a Minnesotan born and raised and am used to taking crap about the cold winter weather. Whenever there is a Vikings home game, the announcers never fail to make mention fo the cold weather. They should be here now... A perfect 68 degrees, sunshine with just a few clouds.
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Now you are probably saying, "No big deal!" Well for me it is because I haven't taken a vacation where I actually went somewhere to relax in I don't know how many years. My time off was always spent on something that had to be done, usually for family.
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A number of years back, in the 90's, a local radio station here in the Twin Cities one weekend played the song "It's the end of the world as we know" by REM on a continuous loop. If I recall correctly, I think it was the DJ's protest at a format change.
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Build me up... I tire of the back-biting, sniping, tear-everyone-down-who-does-not-agree-with-me-attitude. what happened to respect? listen to what I am saying... don't just wait for me to stop talking so you can continue...
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I know that Wednesday's are supposed to be for good news. But, I know you will understand why I need to write this. I am proud of the community that we have built here and of the way we support each other, through the good news and the bad.
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One thing that links us all together is that each and everyone of us at some point in our lives have had a dream. As children we all dreamed of what we would become as adults. Maybe it was idealistic, that we would make the world better.
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A while ago I published a couple of articles with some of my hints on how to navigate Newsvine and it seems like they went over fairly well. So I decided to continue with some additional hints and explanations on how things work around here.
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While I don't want to revisit any of the of the negativeness that has occurred lately here on Newsvine, I do want to take a moment to commend all of you who stepped up to help one of our members. I know it was the support of many of you, who helped make a difference.
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It's been a while since I wrote. There are a lot of reasons why, but the best one is that I didn't feel I had anything new to say. I didn't just not write here, I didn't write. Some of you will understand what that's like.
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I would like to start by welcoming the new members to the group. Our numbers have grown in just the past two weeks. As of today we have 59 members. I believe we are still averaging about 20 postings to the group every Wednesday.
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Wanted to say hi, and I hope the new year brings good things your way, azsky :)
"Fly" by Tiffany, the 80's teen singer. Though when I checked it on myspace it said, "Getting Together".
The lyrics are,
When I was young
I never had no rules
I could do anything
As long as I believed
It's been a long time
I made it through the rain
You brought back everything
And I have found my wings
I can fly again
I found my heart
Waiting with you
A love that's true
I feel so alive
I can fly again
No letting go
It's where I belong
A love that's strong
For all of my life
Remember the times
I looked for brighter days
Hoping that things would change
And turn it all around
Now that you're here
I can see everything
Ride on the joy you bring
And lift me off the ground
I can fly again
I found my heart
Waiting with you
A love that's true
I feel so alive
I can fly again
No letting go
It's where I belong
A love that's strong
For all of my life
I have not had time to read your articles, but I will. The pictures you have in your articles are amazing.
Heya Azsky13,
Hope I didn't offend you in some way on my article. I'm pretty new to writing articles and especially moderating them. I'd appreciate any advice you can give me. Again, I wasn't trying to make anyone angry or shut down the discussion I just didn't want it to get carried away like I've seen so many others get taken.
John
— JaRagga
You have become one of my favorite people. We are so lucky to have you here, Thanks for being my friend.
— rottlady
4 Mar 08
Great bio, friend. Hope to see a new avatar soon.
When words are all we have to make an impression, greater care must be exercised in using them
One of the best things I've ever read
— Blitzen
They all said it before me. Your comments add so much to the general atmosphere and community of Newsvine. Thanks for being here.
— oldfogey
The topics you present and articles you relay are very poignant. They relate to the human condition and can hold true for any of us. Thank you.
Thanks for making such a great contribution to the vine! great seeds and comments.
Your comments are compassionate, heartfelt and right on target. Newsvine is fortunate to have you. Thanks azsky!
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