It’s my first children’s birthday party gig. Parched from twenty rounds of “Old McDonald’s Farm,” Billy’s mother says she will watch Stradi while I go inside for a quick powder room visit and some lemonade. Intercepted in the living room by three girls with ponytails who beg for a capella Katy Perry, they cheer after…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 29 Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton
Willie Mae ‘Big Mama’ Thornton White or black. Rich or poor. If you ever had your heart broken you have right to sing the blues. ― Big Mama Thornton Willie Mae Thornton (b. 12/11/26 – d. 7/25/84,) better known as “Big Mama” Thornton, was an American singer and songwriter of the blues and R&B. She…
FOTD 28th March 2023: Dandelion — Chronicles of an Anglo Swiss
Just a lonely dandelion growing by the wayside where its seed fell and began to grow. FOTD 28th March 2023: Dandelion FOTD 28th March 2023: Dandelion — Chronicles of an Anglo Swiss seeing Pat’s picture of the dandelion inspired my poem: small sun portendsold man winter’s recedingPersephone, rise!
Tanka Tuesday 313 — Spring To-Be
April’s burst slumbers yetin today’s plaid of sticksweaving the sky; dry skinssway in March breeze. Woven with grey/pink/white,tall coats frame ratty fields;their windbreak blanket shieldstender green roots. Chickadees, blue jays hop;flutter bright spots amonguncolored page — unsungSpring yet to-be. Abhanga form Colleen Chesebro is the host of Tanka Tuesday. Colleen says:This week, share the view…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 28 Allison Russell
Allison Russell, photo © Robert Liptrot You can find joy and happinesseven if you have climbed out of horrible circumstances,— Allison Russell, Rolling Stone interview Allison Russell is a Canadian singer-songwriter, musician and activist. Prior to her solo music career, Russell performed as a member of various music groups including Po’ Girl, Birds of Chicago,…
Women Music March 2023 – Day 27 Shirley Bassey
Shirley Bassey Dame Shirley Veronica Bassey DBE (b. 1/8/37) is a Welsh singer. Best known for her career longevity, powerful voice and recording the theme songs to three James Bond films, Bassey is widely regarded as one of the most popular vocalists in Britain. Born in Cardiff, Bassey began performing as a teenager in 1953….
Doodads Sunday 032623
This houseplant that my older son gave me years ago has managed to stay alive, but it has never bloomed before. I put it close to the plant light that’s shining on the dawn redwood seedlings and it has been inspired to bloom. It’s still opening, but what a beauty. This weekend has been busy…
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