Chaos Tamer
I discovered Balmorhea a few years ago but only came across “Masollan” recently (earlier this year). I’ve become very fond of it. The instrumentation is exquisite. Electric guitar and bass with drums, violin, cello, and upright bass? I find it delightful. The ethereal way the melody floats above the harmony vibrates within my soul. Featured… Continue reading Balmorhea’s Masollan
I love Debbie Millman’s interview with Fannie Singer. … Continue reading Design Matters Podcast Featuring Fanny Singer
I spent my Memorial Day morning catching up on email and reading. The scope of “keeping up” overwhelms me at times. The only solution I found to not letting this stress me? Accepting the lack of a solution, and that I must choose my focus. So, most of the stuff that comes into my inbox… Continue reading Reading Recommendations for May 25, 2020
I discovered Xavier Rudd years ago, but during the quarantine, I’ve started binging his music. I find his music fills me with joy and with hope. Check out one of my current favorites. Lyrics: Angels flying, wind at her heels Serpents gliding, nothing revealed Full back circles I believe, I believe It’s my beginning, woah,… Continue reading Positive Energy: Xavier Rudd’s Honeymoon Bay
Probably best know for “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised“, Scott-Heron hugely influenced Rap and Hip-Hop. His work captured the array of emotions describing the urban black culture of the moment. His obituary from Rolling Stone
Inspired by C89‘s DJ Trent Von and his Save The Wave show, I crafted my own playlist in Spotify. Give it a listen and let me know what you think. What’s left out? What shouldn’t be on this one? If you’re a fan of Trent, here are a few places to connect with him… Continue reading My Own Save The Wave Playlist
Walking at twilight The sense of forward motion My tranquility I value my evening walks. They bring me focus and settle down my more manic moments. Often, I listen to podcasts. Today, though, I opted for music. Spotify is glorious if you love music like I do.
So, do you remember? Watch “Earth, Wind & Fire – September (Official Music Video)” on YouTube
Seattle’s winter taught me something new: deserts hate me. In the deepest cold of February, as the upper left coast shivered in a frigid, deeply embrace, my skin burned. Cracking, peeling, bleeding, the lack of moisture in the air brutalized me. Far more painful that I remember. Over the years I dreamt of journeys through… Continue reading Lessons I Learned About Deserts This Winter
Seattle’s winter taught me something new: deserts hate me. In the deepest cold of February, as the upper left coast shivered in a frigid, deeply embrace, my skin burned. Cracking, peeling, bleeding, the lack of moisture in the air brutalized me. Far more painful that I remember. Over the years I dreamt of journeys through… Continue reading Deserts Hate Me: A Tale Of Un-Tough Skin