Over the Rhine has a new CD coming out. All is right with the world again. This one has a bit of a torch song, jazzy feel to it, kind of old-fashioned and passionate. They do this, explore different genres–making their CDs feel like slice-of-life soundtracks. There is a touch of a country feel to some of it…
Month: August 2007
Monday Poetry Train-Overture
Overture Music, like a smooth beat of emotion Plays along with my days It can soar to eye-watering crescendos Or pulse in rhythmic steadiness It can come in the form of a whisper Hushed A small tap, tap, tap That if ignored too long Becomes a sharp thump on the nose Sometimes, it’s a lone…
Short and Sweet
Watched the first episode of Californication. Thought I’d share a brief character moment. In the very beginning, we meet Hank and see him driving into a fantastically ornate church. He’s scruffy looking, smoking and yeah, okay, it’s Duchovny, so he’s pretty damned hot. As he walks into the church, he puts his cigarette out in…
New Head Please–Feeling Snarky
I need a vacation from my own head. Okay, I’ll be honest. I think my family could use a vacation from the one I have now. Living with me lately has probably been similar to living among thousands of hot, electrical wires. I noticed they’ve been walking slow, eyes darting left and right… I’m just…
Atomica
Atomica has given me hope. This is a must have CD. Metropolitan S’cuse me, while I gush. I bought it on a whim, slipped it in the player and just sat back and closed my eyes. It’s the perfect music for a relaxing or even romantic evening. Subtle, down-tempo beats and songs that manage to be evocative,…
Reading King
I learned today that while Lisey’s Story by Stephen King is a bit slow in the action department for awhile, it picks up. Emotionally. Big time. In fact, I learned not to ever, ever read one of his books while sitting in a freaking public service seating room (for nearly three hours!) waiting for my…
Wanna Take Me (And other strangers) On?
How about a little challenge? Ever wanted to write a post-apocalyptic short-short story (up to 2500 wds) and enter it in a contest? Guess what? Here’s your chance! And the entry is free. In fact, check out the deadline and winnings details … here. Anyone who has read this blog awhile knows I’m a fan of Apex Science…
Monday Poetry Train- He Tires
(Photo by Giuseppe Crimeni) He Tires Hold on To me, My Love. I will keep us Afloat. For my dreams Are still yet Buoyant. ___________ Take a ride on Rhian’s Monday Poetry Train!
Saturday Ramble… Strong Heroines
Last night, before Gerard and his lovely buddies scrambled the brain, my sister, Jana, and I shared some Merlot and talked books. She is verra hard to please. She misses the older style romances with the strong alpha heroes and the heroines who show more strength of character than physical. One of her favorite books…
There Was a Plot?
Went to my sister’s tonight. We watched 300. On a big screen. With surround sound. The movie should come with a freaking warning. And fans. Lots and lots of fans. OMG. OMG. I’m not sure I heard a word of the movie the first thirty minutes and if I hadn’t been at my sister’s, I’m…