#Haikai Challenge #131: first [cherry] blossoms* (hatsu hana)

Grey skies, white blankets Cherry trees dream of blossoms – Spring in name only. Audiences wait Silent, for the Spring showing – Star is dawdling. Hawks cry our thoughts, recalling memories of bursting pink perfumed dots. Chipmunks munch pine nuts like popcorn, watching previews – cherry blossoms sleep. Before the glory of pink blossoms must…

Women Music March #16 — Dolly Parton

I’ve always enjoyed Dolly Parton’s music and acting. After watching her in Ken Burns’ Country Music series, I admire her even more. Dolly is a superstar in many fields, not the least of which is business. Today is another two-fer, with the 2nd song after the lyrics of the first song. Dolly Rebecca Parton (born…

Women Music March #15 — Nina Simone

I’ve heard a few songs by Nina Simone but know very little about her. I do know that the songs I’ve heard have all been political anthems. This one is no exception. Please check out the bonus video after the lyrics to Four Women. Eunice Kathleen Waymon (February 21, 1933 – April 21, 2003), known professionally…

#SLS — No Thugs in Our House by XTC

Jim Adams is the audiophile host of Song Lyric Sunday.  Jim says: This week we have Promise/Vow/Oath and I think that everyone should be able to find a song that uses one of these prompt words. Here are the “rules”: • Post the lyrics to the song of your choice, whether it fits the theme…

SAVE OUR VA: Veterans say NO to Privatization! — Rise Up Times

Spreading the word.  Our Veterans Deserve Quality Care. “The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has the best integrated healthcare system for veterans in America according to many studies.” via SAVE OUR VA: Veterans say NO to Privatization! — Rise Up Times

#MM — Saturday Mix — Love’s Return

  Love’s Return Birds drift warm breezes, Calls echoing to each other, Then land on same branch. I listen for bells on sails Tinkling we’ll be kissing soon. Clear skies, winds westward. My schooner flies towards harbor; Birds drift overhead. Bells tinkle like your laughter; Warm breezes touch like your sighs.   Sarah Weejars is…

Women Music March #14 — Kate Bush

Peter at Peter’s Pondering helped me to decide to highlight Kate Bush today. Thanks Peter! I  wasn’t aware she had done several collaborations with Peter Gabriel. Today was the first time hearing this song. I’m quite taken with it and the music video. Catherine “Kate” Bush CBE [Most Excellent Order of the British Empire] (born…