Sound (Not Noise)
Sound (Not Noise) for the people of Norway The once green pastures are now stained with traces of vivid carmine— sparkling blood, blitzkrieg, no time to run. The meadow at the foot of the hill is now of a carmine hue, Oslo cries on a Friday afternoon. To impose with death what you esteem so … Read more
Giving Thanks, not Just Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving– where to start? The cornbread and turkey, shopping at midnight, the Mayflower and the pilgrims, or terrorism in Mumbai? Not getting into too much details about the historical aspects of Thanksgiving (isn’t that what wikipedia is for?) what are the reasons why today’s Americans still celebrate this holiday? Furthermore, why does my not-American family celebrate it? First … Read more
Inspire: Fifty People, One Question
I came across a lovely project named Fifty People, One Question. The dynamic of the project if very simple– one place, 50 different informal and spontaneous interviews, one question, and heart warming results. The project has already traveled to LA, New Orleans, New York and London and the responds are multicultural and fluorescent. Check out … Read more
Who knew theories could be so much fun?
I present to you The Fun Theory. Somehow everything is better with fun! – Lady of Press
Weekend Update: What is better than dinner leftovers?
This weekend I had a ton of guests over; it was a jam packed weekend. Guests on Friday. Guests on Saturday. Guests on Sunday. Guests, guests. I love having people over; there is something magical about hospitality, right? Nevertheless, hospitality is a tough job– one has to be an entertainer, a listener, a good cook, and very … Read more
09/09/2009
In case you didn’t know today is the 9th day of the 9th month of the year 2009; for many this day contains supernatural powers, blessings and even curses. For some the triple 9 is a lucky charm, while for others it is a day from Mr. Hell himself aka the Devil. Those who see the glass half-full, like the folks … Read more
