The late Curtis Mayfield had possessed such an incredible depth of uncompromising musical talent which should have earned him far more recognition than he ever received.
Ramblings while on a slow suburban death.
Month: May 2014
(Nice nuns from the film “The Sound of Music”)
I suppose there are some teachers out there who realize that, in the throes of their venomous behavior, there might be a student or two who might grow up to write about them. I do not think this occurred to Miss C, who was my grammar and junior high school instructor.
I dub today Funky/Soul Friday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xL5SuwL2t_I
My friend Carol was the only other person I knew who watched “Majin, Monster of Terror” on Creature Features. We were both dedicated fans of Creature Features, a late-night weekend show hosted by Bob Wilkins.
I once left a church in a bit of a ruckus, having had dogma issues that had me feeling as a lost puzzle piece from another picture.
A. I am happy that there is a new Godzilla movie, although I am a bit peeved about the ongoing use of his image in so many crass television and print advertisement.
I have always loved the story of the 47 Ronin, or Chushingura. We were told of it somewhere in our Japanese school lives, a classic heroes tale in which a vassal of loyal warriors to one particular Lord sought to avenge his wrongful death. It is a story of honor triumphing over corruption, also highlighting a team spirit that is so important to Japanese culture.
Arrive late, leave early …
Published by Anna Pirhana on May 16, 2014I watch my SF Giants game on TV (except the ones v. the Dodgers because of TWC) because I live in Southern California. With the exception of Amy G, I enjoy my games and looking at the beautiful stadium. It is a source of civic pride, especially to this native San Franciscan who weathered so many seasons at Candlestick Park.