I have learned silence from the talkative, tolerance from the intolerant, and kindness from the unkind. Yet, strange, I am ungrateful to these teachers.
Kahlil Gibran
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Monday, August 15, 2011
My Grandmother Died, I feel something...
My paternal grandmother made her transition yesterday (my stepfather's mother). I know our spirits are eternal and only her human body has perished. She is truly free, enveloped in peace, love, and wholeness. Still I have been feeling something all day. I can't put a name to it. As I made travel plans and informed my employer and others who needed to know I'd be out of town, I felt something inside. I have not cried, because I know the truth of her life. It is not sadness. She had her 95th birthday just last week. It was a long-life with lots of love. Yet I feel something....
My guess is I need to do some forgiveness work. Forgiving myself and releasing that I could have been a better granddaughter - called more frequently, visited more frequently, sent more pictures, just been better. I love my grandmother and appreciate all she did to support me and my siblings throughout our lives. I am thankful for the love and pride I know she always carried for me. I am thankful for knowing her and I am thankful for the peace she is now. So there it is, I feel forgiven and thankful. I love you Grandma. Talk to you later.
My guess is I need to do some forgiveness work. Forgiving myself and releasing that I could have been a better granddaughter - called more frequently, visited more frequently, sent more pictures, just been better. I love my grandmother and appreciate all she did to support me and my siblings throughout our lives. I am thankful for the love and pride I know she always carried for me. I am thankful for knowing her and I am thankful for the peace she is now. So there it is, I feel forgiven and thankful. I love you Grandma. Talk to you later.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Koran by Heart: 5 Stars!
The HBO documentary "Koran by Heart" is excellent: 5 Stars!
The movie follows several students from different countries who participated in the annual contest in Cairo in which Muslim children recite the Koran. As inspiring and uplifting as watching the youth prepare and participate in the National Spelling Bee in the United States.
You get a glimpse of the background of each student's culture, education, and parental influence. Great film that should leave you both smiling and thinking. Great to watch with children.
The movie follows several students from different countries who participated in the annual contest in Cairo in which Muslim children recite the Koran. As inspiring and uplifting as watching the youth prepare and participate in the National Spelling Bee in the United States.
You get a glimpse of the background of each student's culture, education, and parental influence. Great film that should leave you both smiling and thinking. Great to watch with children.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Today's Insight
Thankful for all that is my life, its continuous expansion, and the eternal support and supply of the source of all!
Friday, June 10, 2011
Tv & Movies
Finally saw King's Speech. 5 Stars! Beautiful cinematography, great acting, & witty!
Also caught up on the recent original Stars & HBO series Camelot & Game of Thrones. Stories of Kings, Queens, betrayal, loyalty, love, lust, fear, courage, superstition, and religion. 3.5 Stars!
Also caught up on the recent original Stars & HBO series Camelot & Game of Thrones. Stories of Kings, Queens, betrayal, loyalty, love, lust, fear, courage, superstition, and religion. 3.5 Stars!
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Chicago Festivals This Weekend
- Chicago Blues Festival (FREE)
- Ribfest Chicago
- Party at St. Mike's
- Neon Marshmallow Music Festival
- Old Town Art Fair
- Wells Street Art Festival
- Andersonville Midsommarfest
Monday, May 30, 2011
Palm Beach Oyster Bar
Spoto's Oyster Bar in Palm Beach, FL: 4 Stars! Oyster's are fresh & delicious. Vibe is Florida casual chic. Outside seating available with a scenic view of PGA blvd near the Upscale Palm Beach Gardens Mall.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Today's Insight
What are you doing today to embody your vision for your life? Me, I am deciding my schedule for today & knowing all is blessed & easy.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Breakout Kings on A&E: 4 Stars!
“Breakout Kings” follows U.S. Marshals Charlie Duchamp (Laz Alonso) and Ray Zancanelli (Domenick Lombardozzi) as they form a special task force composed of the three most elusive convicts Ray ever captured: Lloyd Lowery (Jimmi Simpson), a former child prodigy and behaviorist/psychiatric expert whoexcels in psychoanalysis; Shea Daniels (Malcolm Goodwin), an ex-gangbanger who knows how to work the system, both in prison and on the street; and Erica Reed (Serinda Swan), a sexy expert tracker who learned her trade from her bounty hunter father. Charlie and Ray also employ the services of Julianne Simms (Brooke Nevin), a civilian who acts as the “funnel” for the group – all information, tips and data go through her. (See http://www.aetv.com/breakout-kings/about/)
I love this show! Check it out On Demand or online.
I love this show! Check it out On Demand or online.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
J Bistro, Chicago: 4 Stars!
Chicago South siders come out to J Bistro (ignore J&J sign outside); 4 Stars!, 9836 S Western @ 99th next to Subway. 50 cent wings, $2.50 domestic drafts during Bulls Game. Sunday dinner today smothered chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, fresh sautéed green beans. 4 Stars!
Saturday, May 14, 2011
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