@LeonPandora thank you for your support and your friendly reply... And it is good to be posting on GSOTD once again... This is my slow time of year so it should go smoothly for posting regularly here... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

Good Wednesday afternoon friend, and welcome back to GSOTD... It has been 7-months since the last posting... Well, I hope you like the choices for today... If not you can always make a request or add the songs to this post and I will add them to the GSOTD playlist, the choice is yours... Enjoy the music... Electronica: This Wild Darkness (Loaded Remix) by Moby. “This Wild Darkness” is a powerful and introspective song that resonates with anyone who has ever felt lost, alone, or uncertain. Moby’s emotive vocals, combined with the poignant lyrics, create a moving experience that encourages self-reflection and introspection. Through this song, Moby reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there is always a flicker of light waiting to guide us. It is a reminder that we are not alone in our struggles and that there is hope to be found, even in the wildest darkness.  Richard Melville Hall, known professionally as Moby, is an American musician, songwriter, record producer, DJ, and animal rights activist. He has sold 20 million records worldwide. AllMusic considers him to be "among the most important dance music figures of the early 1990s, helping bring dance music to a mainstream audience both in the United States and the United Kingdom". Blues Rock/Rock/2000's/Eddie: Forever Owed (Album Version) by Blues Traveler. North Hollywood Shootout is American jam band  Blues Traveler's tenth studio album, released on August 26, 2008, and produced by David Bianco, a 1996 Grammy winner. In a notable departure from previous Blues Traveler releases, the album includes a spoken word piece featuring Bruce Willis . This album marked the band's return to Universal Music Group, which owns their previous label A&M Records, and also their current label, Verve Forecast Records  (along with the catalog of Sanctuary Records, another label the band was on at one point). Folk Pop/Pop Rock/Pop--Soul: FourFiveSeconds by Rihanna, Kenya West, and Paul McCartney.  "FourFiveSeconds" is a song recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna, American rapper Kanye West, and English musician Paul McCartney. It was written and produced by McCartney, West, Mike Dean, Dave Longstreth, and Noah Goldstein with additional writing from Kirby Lauryen, Ty Dolla Sign, Dallas Austin, Elon Rutberg, and Rihanna. Previewed by West at the iHeartMedia  Music Summit on January 21, 2015, it was digitally released on January 24. "FourFiveSeconds" is a folk-pop and soul song with an instrumentation consisting of an acoustic guitar, organ, and bass guitar. "FourFiveSeconds" received acclaim from music critics who praised Rihanna's vocals on the song. Commercially, it peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100  chart. In doing so it gave Rihanna her 26th top-ten song on the chart, while McCartney set a record by ending the longest break between top-ten singles on the chart. The song also peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Internationally, "FourFiveSeconds" reached number one in Australia, Denmark, Ireland, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Norway, and Sweden, as well as the top three in Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...  ... View more

Good Wednesday afternoon dear friend... Thanksgiving is two weeks away...Perhaps this will help you jump-start the mood... Q: What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to? A: Plymouth Rock of course... Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...  ... View more

Good Wednesday morning friend... Welcome to This Day In The History Of Music... Enjoy the read... 1). On this day in 1951 Janet Collins was the first 1st African-American dancer to appear at the Metropolitan Opera, in a production of Aida.  2). On this day in 1963 The Beatles recorded a television interview at Westward Television Studios in Plymouth, Devon, for a local teen program "Move Over, Dad". Due to a large crowd of excited fans outside, The Beatles had to be smuggled from their dressing room at the ABC Cinema, where they were scheduled to appear that night, into an adjacent building, then through a tunnel, to get to Westward Studios for the interview taping. 3). On this day in 1964 Decca Records released The Rolling Stones 'Little Red Rooster'. Written by Willie Dixon (as The Red Rooster), and previously recorded by Howlin’ Wolf and Sam Cooke, the single was recorded at Chess Studios in Chicago. The single was a No.1 hit in the UK and remains the only time a blues song has ever topped the UK pop chart. 4). On this day in 1968 Hugo Montenegro was at No.1 in the UK singles chart with 'The Good The Bad And The Ugly', the soundtrack from a Clint Eastwood spaghetti western film. The first instrumental No.1 since 1963. 5). On this day in 1976 Led Zeppelin scored their seventh UK No.1 with the film soundtrack double album The Song Remains The Same, peaking at No.2 on the US chart. The tracks were recorded at Madison Square Garden, New York City in 1973. 6). On this day in 1976 Rod Stewart started an 8-week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Tonight's The Night'. It was Rod's second US No.1; it made No.5 in the UK after being banned by many radio stations due to the song being about the seduction of a virgin. The song features whispers from actress Britt Ekland who was Stewart's girlfriend at the time. 7). On this day in 1981 U2  kicked off a 23-date North American 'October' tour at JB Scott's in Albany, New York. (My birth city)...  8). On this day in 1981 Men At Work started a 15-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with their debut album 'Business As Usual', which went on to sell over five million copies in the US. 9). On this day in 2015 The blues-rock band Eagles of Death Metal was performing a sold-out show at Le Bataclan in Paris, France when the venue was attacked by terrorists armed with automatic rifles, grenades, and explosive suicide vests. The band escaped unharmed through a backstage door, but 89 audience members were killed, including the band's merchandise manager, Nick Alexander. 10). On this day in 2020 Kylie Minogue went to No.1 on the UK album chart with Disco, making her the only woman to top the chart in five consecutive decades. 11). On this day in 2021 American musician Philip Margo died at age 79. He was a long-time member of The Tokens, along with his brother Mitch, best known for their hit recording of ‘The Lion Sleeps Tonight’. Born on this day in the history of music:  1). Born on this day in 1699 Jan Zach, Czech violinist, organist, and composer, baptized in Čelákovice, Bohemia (d. 1773) 2). Born on this day in 1934 American R&B singer, keyboardist, songwriter, and record producer Timmy Thomas is best known for his 1972 US No.3 & 1973 UK No.12 single 'Why Can't We Live Together'. In 2015, Drake sampled 'Why Can't We Live Together', on his single 'Hotline Bling'. Thomas died of cancer on 11 March 2022, at the age of 77. 3). Born on this day in 1947 American musician J.C. Crowley best known as a member of the 1970s soft rock group Player, which scored a US No. 1 hit in 1977 with 'Baby Come Back'. 4). Born on this day in 1949 Terry Reid, UK singer, member of Peter Jay's Jaywalkers. Reid turned down the job as lead singer with Led Zeppelin. (Robert Plant)... 5). Born on this day in 1993 American singer and songwriter Julia Michaels. Her debut solo single in 2017, 'Issues', peaked at No.11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. As a songwriter, Michaels has written songs for artists including Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Fifth Harmony, Shawn Mendes, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, and Gwen Stefani. She has earned two Billboard Hot 100 No.1 songs with Bieber's 'Sorry' and Gomez's 'Lose You to Love Me'. 6). Born on this day in 2020 American rapper, singer, and songwriter 24kGoldn. His single ‘Mood’, featuring Puerto Rican-American rapper Iann Dior, topped the Billboard Hot 100.  Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

Good Wednesday morning friend... Let's take a look at the meaning of the song. Bitter Sweet Symphony (Extended Version) by The Verve... (Enjoy the song as well as the read)...  “Bitter Sweet Symphony” which The Verve’s lead singer, Richard Ashcroft, is referring to is life itself.  He considers the whole experience to be “bittersweet” because he perceives it as one where you ceaselessly toil to make “ends meet” only to die in the end. Moreover, the singer feels that he is cast in a framework that has relegated him to a life of “sex and violence, melody and silence”. So this combined with his reluctance to the idea of being “a slave to money” has caused Ashcroft to take an ideological stance against the system. However, turning this belief into concrete action is what truly lies at the center of the singer’s dilemma.  This finds him stuck in a state of mental flux where he believes he “can change”.  Yet being “herein (his) mold” is preventing him from doing so. And on a macrocosmic level, he sees “a million different people” going through the same conflict he is experiencing.  So in conclusion, this is a track in which the singer has decided that life is “bittersweet” since it is highlighted by toil leading to eventual death. And while he finds himself on the same course, he has no desire to share in such a fate. Owing to this, he has decided to “change”. However, actually changing seems impossible as he is stuck in his “mold”. “‘Cause it’s a bittersweet symphony, that’s life Tryna make ends meet, tryna find somebody then you die I’ll take you down the only road I’ve ever been down You know the one that takes you to the places where all the veins meet, yeah”  Bittersweet copyright disputes between Ashcroft and The Rolling Stones:  The success of this track has proven to be a bittersweet experience for The Verve (especially Richard Ashcroft). Although it is hands down their signature song, all of the songwriting royalties went to The Rolling Stones due to a six-second sample The Verve used from a Stones’ track entitled “The Last Time” (1965). The rendition they used for the sample was an instrumental cover of the original by The Andrew Oldham Orchestra, from a 1966 album of theirs entitled The Rolling Stone Songbook. However, while they obtained permission from the owner of the cover, the executives behind the publication of “Bitter Sweet Symphony” did not do so with the original owners. By this, Ashcroft (who wrote the song) was forced to give up all the royalties generated from the song. All royalties to the song therefore went to The Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards and Mick Jagger (who wrote “The Last Time”). In April 2019, Jagger and Richards ended the copyright dispute when they granted Ashcroft access to future royalties from “Bitter Sweet Symphony”. Ashcroft himself announced this during his appearance at 2019’s Ivor Novello Awards. (Source comes from Meaning of “Bitter Sweet Symphony” by The Verve - Song Meanings and Facts).  Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...   ... View more

Good Wednesday morning friend... Today we are going to know what is so weird but true about the great state of   Yes!!! Oregon it is... (Enjoy the read) 1). Oregon is the 27th most populous and the 9th most extensive of the 50 states of the United States. It lies in the Pacific Northwest region on the West Coast of the United States. The state attained statehood on February 14, 1859, becoming the 33rd state to join the union. Its four bordering states are Nevada, Washington, California, and Idaho. Oregon (nicknamed: “Beaver State”) has 36 counties. The state’s capital is Salem. The abbreviation for Oregon is OR. 2). The origin of the name “Oregon” is uncertain. However, according to one account, the name is believed to have been derived from the French word, ‘Ouragan,’ loosely translated as hurricane’ or windstorm’. This was about the powerful winds originating from the Columbia River hence the name Oregon. 3). The state has 11 lighthouses, and Yaquina is the tallest standing at 93 feet. The tallest lighthouse is the most popular on the coast and has been in service since 1873. 4). Powell’s Bookstore in Portland, Oregon, is the world’s largest bookstore. The store has been in service in Portland since 1971. The company’s founder started his book-selling career with a loan of $3,000, which he repaid within two months of borrowing the money. 5). The mention of the deepest gorge in Oregon should give you a clear picture of a 7,900-foot Hell’s Canyon. This magnificent and picturesque physical feature is located between Idaho and Oregon along the Snake River. 6). Did you know that the world’s smallest park – Mill Ends Park – is in Portland, Oregon? Surprisingly, the park is just two square feet in area. Now imagine how one could fit a park in that little area. Here is a picture to clarify all your doubts. The park lies in the median of the heavily trafficked Naito Parkway. It was granted this recognition in 1971 by The Guinness Book of Records. The park was built because of a supposed leprechaun sighting. A journalist named **ahem** **ahem**an ran a column called Mill Ends. He claimed (in jest, of course) that he saw a leprechaun digging a hole that was supposed to be used for erecting a light pole. In truth, **ahem**an saw the space and began planting flowers on the spot. In 1948, on Patrick’s Day, the park was dedicated by **ahem**an himself. The journalist also wrote about a leprechaun colony living in the park headed by one named Patrick O’Toole. 7). Crater Lake is a notable physical feature that makes Oregon a unique state in the entire country. Crater Lake is the deepest (592 meters) among the lakes in the U.S. and one of the deepest in the world. The most intriguing part of its history is that it was formed as a volcanic lake thousands of years ago. Its scenic crystal-blue waters are well-known by every traveler worldwide. You could stack the Eiffel Tower, Washington Monument, and Statue of Liberty on top of each other and still have 100 feet of water covering Lady Liberty’s torch. That is how deep the lake is. 8). You are not allowed to box with a kangaroo in Myrtle Creek. No type of boxing is permitted, not even kickboxing, so put your boxing gloves away! 9). It is a well-known fact that the famous Hollywood star of all time, Clint Eastwood lived in Springfield, Oregon. He worked at Weyerhaeuser for a few weeks as a lumberjack before realizing that lumberjacking was a dangerous business venture.  10). In Portland, pinball machines have been completely banned since 1949 when Dorothy McCullough was the mayor. 11). Salem is the capital of Oregon. Originally, it was called Chemeketa by the Kalapuya Indians – a term that means “place of rest” or “place of peace”. The name was later changed to Salem, which is close to the Hebrew term “shalom” or peace. As the state capital, Salem did, indeed, become a meeting place for residents of Oregon. 12).  Oregon City marks the final stop for the wagons that traversed the Oregon Trail. The historic trail began in Independence, Missouri, and ended in this city. Today, there is an Interpretive Center in the city that offers tourists an interactive display of what life was like then as a pioneer. 13).  Astoria was named after John Jacob Astor, who established the city in 1810. The city is a favorite setting for Hollywood films, a relationship that began with the 1908 movie The Fisherman’s Bride. Beloved classics Short Circuit, Free Willy, Free Willy II, The Ring Two, and Into the Wild were also filmed here.    Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...   ... View more

Good Tuesday afternoon dear friend... YES!!! I know it has been a lifetime since posting here on this thread... But we are here... For me to keep this going my dear friend I must make it short and sweet... Or should I state shorter and sweet... 1). On this day in 1956 according to This Day In Music Johnnie Ray was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'Just Walking In The Rain.' It stayed at No.1 for seven weeks making it this year's Christmas No.1. Written in 1952 by Johnny Bragg and Robert Riley, two prisoners at Tennessee State Prison in Nashville, after a comment made by Bragg as the pair crossed the courtyard while it was raining. (Side Note: Just Walking in the Rain by Johnnie Ray was a UK number 1 hit on Friday, November 16, 1956, spending 7 weeks (s) at the top of the UK charts. Today In The History Of Music makes no mention of Johnnie Ray's "Just Walking In The Rain".)  2). On this day in 1965 Velvet Underground made their live debut when they played at Summit High School, New Jersey, the band was paid $75 for the gig. 3). On this day in 1966 The Monkees debut album started a 13-week run at No.1 on the US album chart, selling over 3 million copies in three months. 4). On this day in 1971 Led Zeppelin appeared at The Locarno, Sunderland, England, with tickets at 75p. The set included: 'Immigrant Song', 'Heartbreaker', 'Black Dog', 'Since I’ve Been Loving You', 'Rock And Roll', 'Stairway To Heaven ', 'That’s The Way', 'Going To California', 'Tangerine', 'Dazed And Confused', 'What Is And What Should Never Be', 'Celebration Day', 'Whole Lotta Love' and 'Communication Breakdown'. 5). On this day in 1977 The Sex Pistols went to No.1 on the UK album chart with their debut LP Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols. the punk group's only No.1 album. The album was met with a hail of controversy upon its release. The first problem involved the allegedly 'obscene' name of the album, resulting in the prosecution of the manager of the Nottingham Virgin record shop for having displayed it in a window. More outrage was sparked by the lyrics of the songs 'God Save the Queen' and 'Anarchy in the UK.'  6). On this day in 1988 U2 started a six-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with their sixth studio album 'Rattle And Hum' which went on to sell over 14 million copies. 7). On this day in 1990 Rolling Stone's Ronnie Wood broke both his legs after his car crashed on the M4 motorway near Marlborough, Wiltshire, England. Wood was trying to wave other cars past his when he was run over. 8). On this day in 1997 The Spice Girls were at No.1 on the UK album chart with their second album 'Spiceworld', which was also the name of their tie-in film. The album became a huge hit worldwide, lengthening the so-called "Spice Mania" fever at that time. It produced 4 singles all of which saw commercial success and has now sold over 20 million worldwide. 9). On this day in 2000 Destiny's Child started an eleven-week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Independent Women Part 1.' Taken from the group's third studio album, Survivor, the song first appeared on the soundtrack to the 2000 film Charlie's Angels. 10). On this day in 2002 The city of Atlanta declared this day as TLC day to remember Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes who was killed in a car crash on 26th April 2002 aged 30. 11). On this day in 2008 American singer Beyoncé released her third studio album I Am... Sasha Fierce debuted at No.1 on the US Billboard chart. Her third consecutive US No.1 solo album was marketed with the release of several singles, including 'If I Were a Boy' and 'Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)', both of which charted highly internationally. The former topped the charts in over ten countries. The album was titled I Am... Sasha Fierce showcases the difference between Beyoncé and her alter ego Sasha Fierce; the first disc is titled I Am... while the second is titled Sasha Fierce. 12). On this day in 2016 Robbie Williams broke the record for the most No.1 albums by a British solo artist. The singer's latest album, The Heavy Entertainment Show, debuted at No.1 on this week's chart. It is his 12th album to reach the summit and pushed him ahead of David Bowie who has 11 No.1 albums to his name. 13). On this day in 2022 American woodwindist and session musician, Gene Cipriano died at the age of 94. Known familiarly as "Cip" he played on hundreds of recording sessions and recorded music for numerous television shows including Batman, The Flintstones, M*A*S*H*, Mission Impossible, Star Trek, The Simpsons, and American Dad. He played on West Side Story and performed the saxophone part for the character played by Tony Curtis in the film Some Like It Hot. Cipriano was also a noted session musician in Los Angeles, as a member of "The Wrecking Crew" and played on many pop hits of the 1960s and 1970s, including those by The Beach Boys and The Monkees. Other musicians with whom he worked included Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Tony Bennett, Frank Zappa, and Lady Gaga. Born On This Day In The History Of Music.  1). Born on this day in 1676 Giovanni Antonio Pollarolo, an Italian composer, was born in Brescia, Republic of Venice (d. 1746) 2). Born on this day in 1906 (Booker T. Washington) "Bukka" White, American country and Delta blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter ("Shake'Em On Down"; "Parchman Farm Blues"), born near Aberdeen, Mississippi (d. 1977) 3). Born on this day in 1917 Jo Stafford, American pop singer (The Pied Pipers - "I'll Never Smile Again"; Tommy Dorsey - "Let's Just Pretend"; solo - "You Belong to Me"), born in Coalinga, California (d. 2008) 4). Born on this day in 1935 (Terry) "Buzzy" Johnson, American R&B singer (Flamingos - "I Only Have Eyes For You"), born in Baltimore, Maryland. (Side Note: (Today's Birthdays in Music - On This Day) According to This Day In Music and Terry "Buzzy" Johnson - Wikipedia Was born in 1938)  5). Born on this day in 1940 Screaming Lord Sutch, singer, politician, and leader of The Official Monster Raving Loony Party. He was the first long-haired pop star - boasting hair over 18 inches long. His early records included Jack The Ripper and I'm A Hog For You Baby, he died on June 16th, 1999. The self-styled lord - real name David Sutch - was Britain's longest-serving political leader, standing in nearly 40 elections. 6). Born on this day in 1943 Brian Hyland, US singer, (1960 US No.1 & UK No.8 single 'Itsy Bitsy Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini'). 7). Born on this day in 1945 Neil Young, Canadian singer, songwriter, and guitarist who as a member of Buffalo Springfield had the 1967 US No.17 single 'For What It's Worth'. Joined Crosby, Stills Nash & Young who had the 1970 US No.1 and UK No.5 album DejVu. As a solo artist, Young scored the 1972 US No.1 and UK No.10 single Heart Of Gold, and his 1972 UK No.7 album Harvest spent 66 weeks on the UK chart. In 2008 a newly discovered trapdoor spider Myrmekiaphila neilyoungi was named after the singer. 8). Born on this day in 1948 Errol Brown, singer, of Hot Chocolate, had the 1975 US No.3 single 'You Sexy Thing' the 1977 UK No.1 single 'So You Win Again', and over 25 other Top 40 hits. Hot Chocolate started their recording career making a reggae version of John Lennon's 'Give Peace a Chance', and was contacted by Apple Records, saying that Lennon liked this version, and the group was subsequently signed to Apple Records. Brown died of liver cancer at his home in the Bahamas on 6 May 2015. 9). Born on this day in 1955 Les McKeown, Scottish singer of the 1970s pop group, Bay City Rollers had the 1975 UK No.1 single 'Bye Bye Baby' plus 11 other UK Top 20 singles and the 1976 US No.1 single 'Saturday Night'. The Rollers were also the subject of a 20-week UK television series, Shang-a-Lang. McKeown died on 20 April 2021 age 65. 10). Born on this day in 1984 Omarion, US R&B singer, (Omari Ishmael Grandberry), former B2K singer, 2005 US No.1 album 'O' and 2006 US No.1 album ‘21.’ Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...   ... View more

Good Tuesday afternoon friend, today we are going to know what is so weird but true about the great state of  Delaware... It is the first state to become a state... 1). The state attained statehood on December 7, 1787, becoming the 1st state to join the union... 2). Despite Dover being Delaware's capital Wilmington is Delaware’s largest city. 3). Delaware adopted the blue hen as its state symbol in 1939 as a nod to the blue hen **ahem** carried by the revolutionary soldiers for entertainment. 4). Wilmington was once home to Bob Marley, the godfather of Reggae. Moving into the city in 1965, he resided at 2313 N Tatnall for 12 years together with his mom. At some point during this period, Bob worked for DuPont and Chrysler as a lab assistant/forklift driver respectively. Bob’s mom ran the Roots Music Store on Market Street till 1976. 5). Did you know that Del. has only three counties (they are New Castle, Kent, and Sussex), the lowest number of any state? On the other hand, Texas (254 counties) has the most number of counties of any state in the United States. 6). Did you know that in 1638, near the mouth of the Delaware River, Swedish and Finnish people built the first log cabin in North America? 7). On December 7, 1787, DE became the first state to ratify the constitution of the United States. The state is also nicknamed the “First State”. 8).  Dover played a pivotal role in shaping the US Constitution. Delegates from the 13 original colonies often met at the Golden Fleece Tavern to review the draft, eventually agreeing on 7th December 1787. The tavern no longer stands, but there’s a commemorative marker on its original site. 9). According to legend, Thomas Jefferson called Delaware a “jewel” among states because of its strategic location along the East Coast. 10).  Henry Hudson, sailing under the Dutch flag, is credited with Delaware’s discovery in 1609. 11). The Heimlich Maneuver, a popular method to reduce choking-related deaths, was created by Delawarean Henry Heimlich in 1975. Only a year later, the maneuver was recognized by the American Heart Society for its life-saving technique. 12). In 1610, Delaware was named after the first governor of Virginia, Sir Thomas West, Lord De La Warr. 13). The Delmarva Chicken Festival of 1950 made headlines for a rather unusual reason. Held in Maryland, festival goers witnessed a new world record as a 10-foot frying pan was brought out to fry 800 chicken quarters. The pan held 180 gallons of oil. 14). Oliver Evans, a Delawarean inventor born in 1755, built America’s very first automobile in 1805. The car would also be the world’s first amphibious car. 15). Delaware is home to a shocking 86 endangered species, including the Red Knot bird and the Leatherback sea turtle. US law allows these animals to be protected and conserved. 16). Old Swedes Church, built between 1698 and 1699 still stands today in its hometown of Wilmington. It was built by descendants of the colonists from Sweden aboard the Kalmar Nyckel in 1638. 17). Delaware was the only state in America that did not have a national park into the 21st century. Their only national park, the First State National Historical Park was created in 2013 and sits on 1,100 acres of land. 18). The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, held in Wilmington each year, is the largest free jazz festival of its type on the East Coast. The festival welcomes over 2,000 festival-goers each year. It celebrated its 36th year in 2023. The festival features over a dozen of the biggest jazz performers in the world. (Source comes from 77 Interesting Facts About Delaware - Page 2 of 2 - The Fact File) Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...     ... View more

@LeonPandora Luke is my brother Jason's middle name... I also like the names Kat and Candy for girls names as well... I have never watched the Harry Potter movies for some reason... Perhaps some day I will... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

Good Tuesday afternoon friend... Today we are going to look at the meaning behind the song  Hero by David Kushner... Enjoy the song as well as the read. "Hero" by David Kushner explores the theme of transformation and the complexities of human relationships. The song delves into the idea of how individuals can shift in perception from being seen as a hero or saint to being vilified and cast as the villain. The lyrics navigate the emotional turmoil of a relationship going awry and the aftermath of being painted in a negative light. In the verses, the singer reflects on the dissolution of a once-strong connection, hinting at struggles and conflicts within the relationship. The lines "What we had was thin, so we couldn't survive" and "Bad times can win while good things can die" convey the fragility of love and the painful reality of how circumstances can lead to a downfall. The chorus highlights the narrator's shift from being the hero and saint in their partner's eyes to being portrayed as the villain, emphasizing the idea of being misrepresented and misunderstood. The bridge adds a layer of raw emotion as the singer expresses the feeling of being taken advantage of and drained by the relationship, symbolized by phrases like "I bled, I bled for free" and "Your wretched victory." The repeated chorus towards the end reinforces the central message of the song, underscoring the transformation from being held in high regard to being demonized and how that can impact one's sense of self. In conclusion, "Hero" by David Kushner captures the complexities of relationships and the human experience of evolving perceptions. It portrays the bittersweet journey from being a hero to becoming the perceived villain, illustrating the vulnerabilities and emotional toll that come with such transitions. Through its poignant lyrics and powerful storytelling, the song resonates with anyone who has navigated the ups and downs of love and loss. (Source comes from Meaning of Hero by David Kushner).  Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

@xKIT_22x Billy Bob Corn-Cobb... Lol... I have always loved Hadassah for a girl (Had—das—ah), and for a boy, I have always liked the names Matthew, Malichi (Malaki), Jericho, and River (which can be for a boy or girl).  Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...   ... View more

@AlyssaPandora here is to the ones who love drinking a nice hot beverage while reading when it's raining outside... It doesn't get much better than that... Have a blessed Monday... Take care and GOD bless...   ... View more

Good Monday morning dear friend... Today we are going to find out what is weird but true with the 13th state in the country... Do you know what the thirteenth state is? Well, it is one of the original 13 colonies and it is one of the 6 New England States, it became a state on May 29th, 1790...   Rhode Island... 1). While it's most commonly just called "Rhode Island," the state's name is much longer. For years, its official name was actually "State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. "With 42 letters, it was the longest official state name until recently, when Rhode Island underwent a name change. Now it's officially known as the "State of Rhode Island," which aligns with the character lengths of other states. 2). Central Falls is the smallest of the small, spanning a little over one square mile. The locals claim it's the tiniest town in the nation. This city holds a population of over 22,500. But, being so tiny, it averages almost 19,000 people per square mile. 3). Nicknames are fun, and this state is no exception. Rhode Island's state nickname is the "Ocean State " The moniker makes a lot of sense when you consider that there are 400 miles of coastline along Rhode Island. That makes it the longest coastline in the country, with the largest ratio of coastline to land area. 4). Rhode Island isn't made up of just one land mass. The state has multiple islands within its territory as well. Aquidneck Island is the largest of the state's non-continental land masses. However, many people don't call it by that name. Newport and Portsmouth are the two major towns on the island, so most people refer to them, as not the island. It's even more commonly referred to as simply "Rhode Island."   5). Like every other state in the country, there's an official Rhode State Motto. Most states have phrases, often in other languages, that are meant to represent their governing values. Rhode Island's motto is just one English word: Hope. No one knows where the inspiration for the saying came from. The most accepted theory is that it's a shortened version of the biblical phrase "Hope we have as an anchor of the soul." 6). If you visit Rhode Island, you must try the official state drink. Coffee milk has been a popular beverage since it was invented in the late 1800s by the state's Italian immigrants. It's often compared to chocolate milk because the preparation is similar. It's not simply milk poured into coffee or vice versa. Concentrated coffee syrup is mixed into the milk. Since you don't use actual coffee, the result is a sweeter and more evenly blended beverage. 7). In the heart of historic Newport, Rhode Island, you'll find the picturesque Redwood Library and Athenaeum. Founded in 1747, it's one of the oldest libraries in the United States. The Darby Free Library in Pennsylvania is the oldest in the country, but the Redwood Library is the oldest lending library. It's also the oldest continuously running book repository in the country. 8). Newport, Rhode Island, has a longstanding history of sailing. Since the 1700s, it's been a top location for leisure and commercial activities related to all things nautical. You can see evidence of Newport's claim to be the "sailing capital of the world" all over the city. However, perhaps the best example is the America's Cup. It's a prestigious and historic sailing competition that's been hosted in Newport several times. 9). Another fun fact about Rhode Island is it's a very "Italian" state. Roughly 80% of the state's population is of Italian descent. Many Rhode Island residents can trace their family tree to the late 1800s and early 1900s when many Italians immigrated to the state. Rhode Island's neighbor, New York, has the largest overall Italian population at three million.  10). The Baptist Christian religion can be traced back to Holland in the early 1600s. English speakers in the country followed Martin Luther's example and decided to interpret religious texts their way. When Europeans began traveling to the new world, they brought their culture and religious beliefs. The first Dutch and English settlers in America brought the Baptist religion and built the country's first Baptist church in modern-day Providence. 11). The Rhode Island state flag might have a simple design, but it's also memorable and has remained unchanged for years. Since it was adopted in 1897, no alterations have been made to the flag, which shows the state's seal. The flag has a white background with a gold anchor representing the flourishing sailing and fishing industries. The anchor is surrounded by 13 stars to represent the 13 colonies. The state's "hope" motto is written underneath the anchor. (Source comes from 50 Interesting & Fun Facts About Rhode Island State). 12). Providence Rhode Island is also home to "The Nicest Judge In The World" (Caught In Providence T.V. Show that aired for 6 seasons). Growing up on Federal Hill in Providence, Rhode Island, Judge Frank Caprio came from humble beginnings. He grew up as the second of three boys with a stay-at-home mother Filomena and father Antonio, who worked as a fruit peddler and milkman. In their cold-water flat, family love sparked his ambitions. Long before he became Judge Caprio, young Frank shined shoes, delivered newspapers, and worked on a milk truck, following his parents’ example of working hard to better the lives of those around him. This upbringing ingrained in him an extraordinary ability to view the world from the perspective of others. Frank has put that ability to good use, dedicating his life to service. He has served as a Providence Municipal Court Judge since 1985. His court is known worldwide due to the top-rated, nationally syndicated television show “Caught in Providence,” which was nominated for a Daytime Emmy award in 2021. Judge Caprio also served ten years as chairman of the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education, which is the governing body for the University of Rhode Island, Rhode Island College, and Community College of Rhode Island. At Suffolk University School of Law, he founded the Antonio “Tup” Caprio Scholarship Fund. This scholarship, named for the Judge’s father, is awarded to Rhode Island students who are committed to improving access to legal services in underserved neighborhoods. He has also established scholarships named in honor of his dad at Providence College; and at Providence’s Central High School. Judge Caprio was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Law by his alma mater Suffolk University School of Law in 1991 and Providence College in 2008 in addition to an Honorary Doctorate of Public Service from the University of Rhode Island in 2016. In 2003 he was the first recipient of the Enrico Caruso Award from the Providence Opera for his major contributions to the arts. Judge Caprio’s contributions to his home state earned him induction into the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame. Most recently, he adorned a graduation gown when he was the commencement speaker for Boston University School of Law's Class of 2020. You can watch all of his videos on YouTube... (Source comes from MYLIFE | Judge Frank Caprio). Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...                    ... View more

@guitarlancer I will do that... Wishing you well... Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

@guitarlancer Yes! This is the holiday season... Here is my Christmas & Holiday playlist... I hope you like it... I also hope to see you around the community more...  Christmas & Holiday Music Playlist. by MOHLovesAlaska... Enjoy the music... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

Good Monday morning friend. As I'm starting this post it is 11:11 11/11... How amazing is that... This morning, we will find out the meaning behind the song... Aniron by Enya. (Enjoy the song as well as the read)... Enya is a world-renowned Irish singer, songwriter, and musician, who has won numerous awards for her unique style of music. One of her most famous songs is “Aníron (I Desire),” which was released in 2001 as part of the soundtrack for the movie “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.” This hauntingly beautiful song has captured the hearts and minds of millions of fans all over the world. In this article, we explore the meaning behind the song “Aníron (I Desire)” by Enya. The lyrics of “Aníron (I Desire)” are in the fictional Elvish language created by J.R.R. Tolkien in his books. The song’s melody and lyrics were written by Enya, Roma Ryan, and Nicky Ryan, who are known for their collaborations on many of Enya’s songs. The lyrics of “Aníron (I Desire)” are a love song, expressing the longing and desire of two lovers who are separated by distance and circumstance. The song’s opening lines are “O môr henion i dhû: Ely siriar, êl síla. Ai!” which translates to “From darkness, I understand the night. Dreams flow, and a star shines. Ah!” The song then goes on to describe the yearning and desire of the two lovers, who are “trapped in the shadow of the night” and “crying out in the darkness.” The lyrics are romantic and poetic, capturing the essence of the couple’s intense emotions. The inspiration for “Aníron (I Desire)” comes from J.R.R. Tolkien’s books, particularly the epic tale of love and adventure in “The Lord of the Rings.” Enya and her collaborators were tasked with creating a song that embodied the emotions and themes of the movie, which tells the story of a fellowship of heroes on a quest to save their world from darkness and evil. Enya has said in interviews that she was particularly drawn to the character of Arwen, a beautiful elf princess who falls in love with the mortal hero Aragorn. The song “Aníron (I Desire)” was meant to capture the passion and longing between the two lovers, torn apart by their different worlds and the dangers threatening their love.  The music and arrangement of “Aníron (I Desire)” is typical of Enya’s style, which is characterized by haunting harmonies, ethereal vocals, and layers of instrumentation. The song’s melody is simple and repetitive, with a flowing rhythm that captures the feeling of a river running through a forest. The arrangement of the song is understated, with Enya’s voice and the simple melody taking center stage. The use of backing vocals and percussion adds depth and texture to the song, creating an immersive and emotional listening experience.     Yes, “Aníron (I Desire)” was written specifically for the movie The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Enya was approached by the filmmakers to create a song that captured the emotions and themes of the movie, and she collaborated with Roma Ryan and Nicky Ryan to create the melody and lyrics. (Source comes from The Meaning Behind The Song: Aníron (I Desire) by Enya - Beat Crave).  Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

@Dylan_Batten nice song... Here is my favorite...  Love Like This by Lauren Daigle... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

@braidenchapman crimes committed by 13 through 19-year-olds sentence them to military reform schools, to teach them discipline, respect, and responsibility... Then before they are to be released to serve one full year in the military service... Once the year of service is up, give them the option to further their education or stay in the military as a career... Free health care for all U.S. citizens... Make prescription drugs affordable for all who need prescription drugs...  Non-violent criminals who are serving 2 years or more to mandate they work on repairing roads, hwy, bridges and all DOT construction projects, this will help cut costs to federal funding for those projects, it will also help the states, and counties save money on man-hours...  Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

@Val_K I love to listen to the rain as well, if it is raining when I'm reading I take many long pauses to listen to the rain, especially on my roof because I have a medal roof on my tiny home...  Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more

Good Friday morning dear friend... Perhaps this is the key to make you smile on this wonderful Friday... Here is a Thanksgiving joke that may get you amped up for this Thanksgiving holiday... Q: "What kind of Turkey requires ID?" A: Wild Turkey, of course...  Have a blessed Friday... And a wonderful weekend friend... Take care and GOD bless... ... View more