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In A World

When I experience a wonderful film, I like to share my feelings. I felt that way with Cutie and the Boxer. Today I had another great experience…Blue Jasmine was another. This film In A World was written, directed, and staring Lake Bell. A contemporary romantic comedy, that has clever, edgy, humorous, and intelligent dialogue. The actors are talented, delightful, and wonderful. A great way to start the month of September going to the Elinor Bunin Munroe Theater. A fairly new theater, that is part of Film Society Lincoln Center. The bonus is a little cafe with great, easy priced, food. Definitely a feel good film.

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Thumbkin Thumbkin..Where RU? (who cares)

Once upon a time, there lived a little boy named Thumbkin. Everything about him was a bit small. He loved telling funny stories, doing magic tricks, dancing, and singing. He liked making people laugh, but he was a sad boy. He had no friends. He wasn’t sensitive to their feelings. He made fun of them in his little shows. They in turn, made fun of him,and his flawed character.. He lived his life, laughing on the outside and sobbing on the inside. Good karma never enveloped him. He grew up selfish and emotionally challenged. Physically, he grew taller….he was about five foot nine inches, but not all of him caught up to his height. He wanted to be loved, but lacked the capacity to love…therefore, no relationship was ever lasting. Thumbkin decided to move far away when he was in his 40’s. He changed his name to Hercules Thor. His life remained one liners, and a few tricks, but no magic. His new name and location lacked authenticity.
This story doesn’t have a happy ending, because he remained Thumbkin, unable to satisfy, unable to be satisfied.
The moral of this story. Stature has many aspects to your character. Being genuine is one of them. It’s the size of the heart that matters most.

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Thinking/Overthinking/Sleepless in New York….again

My son just emailed me an article from the New York Post about sending teenagers to a special camp…it seems in Japan thousands of the very young are addicted to social networking, and he feels I’m pretty close to entering a social rehab camp, I might be interested. One of my Twitter followers is a 17 year old savvy rapper, and he said and I quote “age is just a number, not a limitation.” So now a 78 year old is taking his words to heart. My own grandchildren are 17, 18, and almost 20. I often hear their voices. One of the advantages of being in the Land of Twitter as I call it, is being exposed to all colors, all ages, and from all over the world. I guess I have become somewhat addicted to the call, because not only is my writing validated by the comments, but I have become somewhat of a Guru GaMa to all ages. A lovely feeling. I never take my emotional transfusions for granted. My family and friends, some for over 70 years, and new ones just as treasured. Some words that stay with me, and I quote if not my own. Epicurus “You don’t develop courage by being happy in your relationships everyday. You develop it by surviving difficult times and challenging adversity.” “Not what we have But what we enjoy, constitutes our abundance.”……………..and some of my own feelings to share. If we love our pets, then raising awareness about animal cruelty is essential/…..Reality rarely lives up to the fantasy, or is it the other way around?/….
Fantasy is fun, reality is the real world/….Seemed like a good idea at the time can turn into, maybe not/……..Friendship thrives on loyalty and trust, and withers away without understanding./ Forever grateful being understood by those I choose to love, and who love me.

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Best Friends …bestfriends.org

This is a wonderful organization for any animal lover. They strive to protect all animals. “We promised our furry loved ones a lifetime of care, and in return, they gave us their hearts….Unconditional love lasts forever”. I used most of the words they put on their cards they give away to members to send to someone who has lost a loved pet. “Each beloved pet will always hold a special place in our hearts. Angels Rest at Best Friends is a peaceful and serene final resting place for animals as we honor their memories and spirit.”
The Rainbow Bridge is a comfort to read and please give link to anyone who has lost a loved pet. For the first time in my life, I am without a dog. At one time I had two West Highland terriers. Such a happy time in my life. Duffy lived to be almost 18, and Maggie promised me she would live to be 20. Sadly she didn’t keep her promise, and died at almost 15.Grateful for all the years…Also had a boxer Molly who died very young at 8…and then of course, as a child, I had Trixie, Snuffy, Buffy, and everyone of them, in my soul forever….Since I can’t deal with the emotions in losing them anymore, I get my fix with Lucky, my Havenese canine grandson near me, and when I visit in Calif. I have another, Buddy..They think he’s a Schnoodle..I hesitate to say, but he’s as much a Schnoodle as I am..He’s a Heinz..about 57 varieties…but nevertheless a love. To all out there with pets, cheers to them having a lovely long life…and of course their owners as well.

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Friendship

I wrote a blog several months ago called Friendship Garden. Weeding occasionally the toxic plants, to have new and thriving beautiful ones in their place. I continue to do this. Since I have been visiting more often and staying longer in Virginia, I have had the seeds planted for wonderful new friends. I adore my brothers wife, and we are loving sisters. Naturally her friends are women that I am honored to be with. A true mutual connection. I have a friend, my husband and I met in Paris, when she was on her honeymoon. I rarely see, her busy grandmother schedule, and my living in New York, but the soul connection is alive and well. I have come to the realization that the years have nothing to do with how a friendship thrives. It’s about love and understanding each other. When your friends “get you” and you “get them”…(sorry for the simple words, but so much meaning behind them)…a reading between the words and lines moment for you. Since April, I have been on social networks with Facebook, my blog, and Twitter. The Land of Twitter has been the most nourishing because of the very young followers and hearing their voices. After all, they will be taking over this world someday, and hopefully making it a better place. I have met new friends on Twitter with a very strong connection. Having over 700 followers from every country is amazing and fulfilling for me, because my words are validated, and there is no greater reward…so what’s the point of all this. Simple. Surrounding yourself with nourishing people feeds your soul as eating nourishing food feeds your body. Both essential to live a balanced life.

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Twitterland/The Land of Twitter

  • Once upon a time, I knew of a land called Twitter. I also knew I would never venture into such a strange and unfamiliar place. I had preconceived ideas that it was a land mostly inhabited by teenagers and celebrities tweeting about what they ate and when they went some place, any place. I also knew that most of them had assistants doing their tweeting. In March I started my blog and went on Facebook. April, my birthday month, was when I took the risk of going on Twitter, still thinking it was foolish on my part. How wrong I was. Not only does the world become a smaller place, the Twitter world can also be a very gentle place, overflowing with people who think and feel as you do….about all that matters to you. The connections can be quite heartfelt, and common bonds with those of all ages, (not mine though) all colors, and from all parts of the world and country. At times the connections become so meaningful that email addresses are exchanged as well. I am proud to say that this day brought my 500th follower…Bill from Buffalo and I thank him for following me. All my followers are mutually chosen, and I am not really interested in buying followers which can be done. A definite smile moment when everyday the element of surprise enters my morning. Might be a new follower, a RT or a fave…because my words are appreciated, I have received enormous validation. What was once an alien world has become my neighborhood. Try it, you might like it. I send again to all my followers, a sincere thank you, and for making me feel so welcomed. Foolishness? Not at all…Meaningful…you bet!

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    Happy/Grateful

    “A New York State of Mind?” or any state or place. Just my thoughts…Happy? Sometimes…Grateful? All Times…Wishing all to be grateful for what you have, and happy when you can, for all that you are grateful for. Not too difficult. We sometimes clutter up our lives with people who shouldn’t be dwelling in the emotional homes we have created for them. Be cautious landlords, and only allow those you trust into your homes of love. As I have said before, A beautiful healthy tree, will remain that way, even when a few broken branches fall off.

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    New York Love Stories, Sharing What’s In Your Heart…….My Heart

    There are times, especially if you are prone to high emotions, that you experience love on a very spiritual level. Family,friends, or experiences. I was fortunate to have such a day and evening, and so grateful. I know everyone doesn’t have this in their lives, and I wish they did. First, I received an email from my dear niece in Virginia. Her daughter, my enchanting grandniece shared her fortune cookie with me…and who doesn’t read fortune cookies. This one said Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves. I experienced, and that is what I do, whenever I see a Woody Allen film, his latest, Blue Jasmine. Wonderful cast led by Cate Blanchett. The film was terrific, and I enjoyed, but it was the person I was with, that made the day and night so perfect. My son’s wife, I call her my “daughter in love,” and without getting overly personal, she is a daughter in every way but the birth process. She brings sunshine to the lives of others. We saw the coming attraction of the film Cutie and the Boxer. A New York love story that explores the chaotic 40 year marriage of boxing painter Ushio Shinohara and his wife Noriko. A line in the film “We’re like two flowers in one pot.” I do believe, feelings of overflowing love give you memories that last a lifetime.

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    Mistake Sorry

    Writing at 3am is a bit late, and mistakes are bound to happen. I quoted Oscar Wilde, and misspelled his play. ..this is corrected. “No great artist ever sees things as they really are. If he did he would cease to be an artist.” The Decay of Living……Thank you for understanding and hopefully you find good enough to read twice.

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    Celebrating

    Finally finally, a reason to celebrate celibacy. After reading Michael Douglas’s startling confession, without a doubt, I’m home free!!!!!!!!!!!

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