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Category Archives: Music
Sunday Song – Down to the River to Pray
I was watching one of my favorite movies O’ Brother Where Art Though,
and remembered a post I had done awhile back. I decided I’d repost it.
The movie is on many t v channels all of the time. I think it’s a classic.
We need a feel good movie right now. If you haven’t seen it, you’re missing out on enjoying
few hours of fun with a wholesome movie. George Clooney isn’t too bad on the eyes either.
These songs are from the movie. Alision Krauss sings them with a mesmerizing tone.
The Kossoy Sisters have a unique style.
Down to the River to Pray by Alison Kraus from O Brother Where Art Thou
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If you have a favorite movie you’d like to share, I’d love to have the recommendation.
You can add it with your comment.
Have a Blessed Sunday …
Isadora
Kossoy Sisters-I’ll Fly Away-O Brother Where Art Through
Bubbles … Bubbles … Bubbles
Bubbles
blowing in the wind
I try to catch them
I can’t, what a sin
They float, they lift
with the currents of wind
Up, up, they soar
higher and higher in the sky
Gentle crystal bubbles
radiant colors, sparkling
Iridescent and glistening bright
rising, rising, soon out of sight
2021©Isadora DeLaVega
What child or adult doesn’t enjoy playing with bubbles?
A combination of dish soap or shampoo and water create the liquid that can provide an afternoon of fun.
A thin layer of soap film forms hollow spheres when blown through an object. The bubbles don’t last very long before bursting but children always find it exciting to try and catch one. It’s always been a fun pastime.
Frank @ A Franke Angle hosts Beach Walk Reflections.
Last week, he wrote about bubbles at the beach.
His insightful essays on the topic are a pleasure read and worth a look.
https://beachwalkreflections.wordpress.com/2021/01/09/26-bubbles/
Wordless Wednesday – Music and Painting
Love is a canvas embroidered by you.
‘Abstract Art’ ©MegaDuncanson
It doesn’t cost much to be happy if the currency of your heart
is the blowing of the breeze and the swaying of the trees.
Nurture Yourself – Shine Your Light
Let’s let it out
Let it shine.
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We all have negative thoughts from time to time.
During these current uncertain times, we’re faced with daily negative
information of great proportions. It can become overwhelming.
We have no control over that but we do have control over the way
we live and manage our lives through these new situations.
Right now, make a pledge to discard those negative feelings.
Let the best light in you shine out from your being.
Spread good thoughts to everyone you can. It helps to
lift their spirits and yours as well. We have the power to change
ourselves which in turn helps change others.
We have a bright light … Shine it Bright
Namaste, Isadora 🙏
2020©Isadora DeLaVega
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Namaste
I honor the place in you
in which the entire universe dwells.
I honor the place in you
which is of Love, and of Truth,
of Light and of Peace.
When you are in that place in you
and I am in that place in me.
We are One.
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Nurture Yourself – Speak What’s in Your Heart
Author Don Miguel Ruiz wrote a simple yet powerful book on The Four Agreements. I keep a copy in my library for those times when I forget these four simple steps in life. If you haven’t read it, you’re missing a guide to a simpler way of living.
The First Agreement:
Be Impeccable With Your Word
Don’t Take Anything Personally
Don’t Make Assumptions
Always Do Your Best
Namaste,
Isadora
2020©Isadora De La Vega
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Namaste
I honor the place in you
in which the entire universe dwells.
I honor the place in you
which is of Love, and of Truth,
of Light and of Peace.
When you are in that place in you
and I am in that place in me.
We are One.
Leonard Cohen – If It Be Your Will
Christian Schloe – Austrian Surrealist Digital Painter
A tribute today to the great Leonard Cohen on his birthday.
Gone from this world but your words will live on in our hearts.
Thanks for the Dance.
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On November 7, the sad news was announced that the prominent poet, novelist, musician, singer, songwriter, and paint artist, Leonard Cohen had died. He was born on September 21,1934 in Westmount, Quebec, Canada.
His work explored religion, politics, isolation, sexuality, and personal relationships. He won the Chester Mac Naghten Literary Competition for the poems “Sparrows” and “Thoughts of a Landsman.”
His song “Suzanne” became a hit for Judy Collins who subsequently covered a number of Cohen’s other songs, as well, and was for many years his most covered song. He was also associated with many other performers including Sharon Robinson, Jennifer Warnes, and Anjani Thomas. ©wikipedia
During New York City’s folk scene in Greenwich Village, I had the pleasure of being exposed to his words from other poets who were reciting his poems and aspiring to be as good.
It’s a formidable loss of an incredibly revered visionary artist.
May you Rest in Peace,
Isadora
2020©Isadora DeLaVega
“Hallelujah” was first released on Cohen’s studio album Various Positions in 1984.
If It Be Your Will
If it be your will that I speak no more
And my voice be still as it was before
I will speak no more, I shall abide until
I am spoken for, if it be your will
If it be your will that a voice be true
From this broken hill, I will sing to you
From this broken hill, all your praises they shall ring
If it be your will to let me sing
From this broken hill all your praises they shall ring
If it be your will to let me sing
If it be your will, if there is a choice
Let the rivers fill, let the hills rejoice
Let your mercy spill on all these burning hearts in Hell
If it be your will to make us well
And draw us near, and bind us tight
All your children here in their rags of light
In our rags of light, all dressed to kill
And end this night, if it be your will, if it be your will
Song Lyrics
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Official site for Leonard Cohen
Nurture Yourself – Be Mindful of Your Beloved Sisters and Brothers
This is a repost from October, 2016 which I felt bared repeating.
It’s difficult to grasp that things have not changed much since that year.
When we recognize our unique beloved sister or brother
who does not look like us, we can begin to build a more peaceful world.
Learn to embrace the differences we have for we’re all cautiously walking our own journey of life; each of us with our own inner and outer conflicts. Peace among all sisters and brothers should be our purpose towards a better world.
Although the title of this video seems to lack what I’m saying, upon viewing you will see that it’s appropriate in showing that we are more alike than unalike.
Namaste,
Isadora
2016©Isadora De La Vega
Where the Hell is Matt? 2012
Namaste
I honor the place in you
in which the entire universe dwells.
I honor the place in you
which is of Love, and of Truth,
of Light and of Peace.
When you are in that place in you
and I am in that place in me.
We are One.
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Wordless Wednesday – Humble and Kind
Always Stay Humble and Kind
Sunday Song – All That Jazz
Isadora Duncan: the grand dame of modern dance. Once ridiculed for her dancing style,
she forged on to create a new impressionistic style all her own.
All That Jazz – Bib Fosse Tribute – w/ scenes from Chicago, Cabaret and Sweet Charity.
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I’m posting my Sunday Song on Saturday because I thought there might be Broadway Musical lovers out in the blogosphere.
Frank@A Frank Angle is hosting a musical called Songs of Broadway today. If you’d like to participate and view the guidelines click here.
It’s fun finding a song to will go with the concert theme. Songs of Broadway is the theme.
The 2nd video All That Jazz – Bye-Bye Life showcases a lot more dancing and broadway’s style.
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As a former dancer of many styles – tap, ballet, jazz, ballroom, and modern dance – I’ve decided to add a pix of my
“All That Jazz” apparel from the play I was in … Enjoy!!!
