As I often do, when I have a spare moment, I will let my consciousness stream freely and use Google to lead me in the direction I want to go. I am always fascinated by how this program can cover almost every train of thought, inquiry, and subject. I try to push it to the limit and see how it responds. More often than not, it takes me in the direction I want to go.
I am also intrigued as to what others are seeking to find.
My nephew is learning how to play chess. He came to me to ask me how to play. Of course I tried to help, but I had not played for nearly 20 years. What I did not tell him, was that I was not a very good player, and forgot the basics of the game. I quickly consulted Google and looked it up to refresh my memory.
I quickly revert to backgammon, more my speed. Much less intellect required. Challenging, but on a lower level.
One for the road, "A rose is a rose, but a cigar is a good smoke."
Jimmy
Monday, August 27, 2012
Weary, feeling small...
I went on Google to try to find the famous Simon and Garfunkel concert in Central Park in New York City. I have always appreciated their music together.
To go to their concert today would be very costly, and they are well past their prime. Out of those two, I would more likely want to hear Art Garfunkel, but his voice can never attain the levels he once did.
I want to keep my pristine image of the band in its heyday. I always enjoyed the range of Garfunkel singing songs, particularly "Bridge over Troubled Water."
I guess I would enjoy the other songs that are timeless. It is just not worth it for me. The major obstacle is the price of the ticket, especially in light of the loss of quality with their aging.
One for the road, "And a rock feels no pain, and an island never cries."
Jimmy
To go to their concert today would be very costly, and they are well past their prime. Out of those two, I would more likely want to hear Art Garfunkel, but his voice can never attain the levels he once did.
I want to keep my pristine image of the band in its heyday. I always enjoyed the range of Garfunkel singing songs, particularly "Bridge over Troubled Water."
I guess I would enjoy the other songs that are timeless. It is just not worth it for me. The major obstacle is the price of the ticket, especially in light of the loss of quality with their aging.
One for the road, "And a rock feels no pain, and an island never cries."
Jimmy
Midnight express
I was perusing through a few movies that I have seen in the past. I was looking for a movie that would really bring out feelings and lasting impressions. I decided to revisit, "Midnight Express."
I would highly suggest that if you have not seen this movie, to see it.
I will not give away any of the details, but I believe the movie came out in 1978. All I can say it is a bad idea to try to smuggle hashish out of Istanbul, Turkey.
It was Oliver Stone's directorial debut. It was a small budget film, that was nominated for many Academy Awards, most notably best picture. I also know that the Turks welcomed him with open arms, but after filming commenced prior to the finish, he was kicked out of Turkey, and finished the movie in Malta.
Now, I do not believe in disrespecting or denigrating the laws of another country. But I do believe that the punishment should be commensurate with the crime. In this case, it was not. William Hayes, rest his soul, found out the hard way, but nonetheless…
One for the road,
"You be cool for twenty hours and I'll pay you twenty grand..."
Jimmy
I would highly suggest that if you have not seen this movie, to see it.
I will not give away any of the details, but I believe the movie came out in 1978. All I can say it is a bad idea to try to smuggle hashish out of Istanbul, Turkey.
It was Oliver Stone's directorial debut. It was a small budget film, that was nominated for many Academy Awards, most notably best picture. I also know that the Turks welcomed him with open arms, but after filming commenced prior to the finish, he was kicked out of Turkey, and finished the movie in Malta.
Now, I do not believe in disrespecting or denigrating the laws of another country. But I do believe that the punishment should be commensurate with the crime. In this case, it was not. William Hayes, rest his soul, found out the hard way, but nonetheless…
One for the road,
"You be cool for twenty hours and I'll pay you twenty grand..."
Jimmy
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Trapped
There are times when people are trapped, cornered into the position where there is little place to move. It gets to a point where there is no movement, not even lateral movement.
Often people feel they are trapped at their position or particular job. There is no room for them to continue to reach higher levels. But what I am talking about is the more basic inability to move. At least the aforementioned can actually go to work and get out into a working environment.
What I am referring to are those who cannot, literally move or integrate with the community. They are confined to their space where they live. After all while, they no longer feel like doing anything.
What is especially disappointing is when that circumstance happens randomly. One becomes a victim of their environment, sickness, or mental health. In those situations, they are unable to physically and/or mentally move on.
On its most basic level, one feels like they are in a straitjacket with nowhere to go. I never pass judgment on those who are in that position. Often I see it in the eyes of the homeless, or prisoners, or sick people at the hospital. Passing greetings or a smile gets them through the moment. Sometimes it lasts longer.
My heart bleeds for these people. But in reality, that position, could happen to anyone in a heartbeat.
Once the road, "Love lost, such a cost, brings me things that might get lost going home to you."
Jimmy
Often people feel they are trapped at their position or particular job. There is no room for them to continue to reach higher levels. But what I am talking about is the more basic inability to move. At least the aforementioned can actually go to work and get out into a working environment.
What I am referring to are those who cannot, literally move or integrate with the community. They are confined to their space where they live. After all while, they no longer feel like doing anything.
What is especially disappointing is when that circumstance happens randomly. One becomes a victim of their environment, sickness, or mental health. In those situations, they are unable to physically and/or mentally move on.
On its most basic level, one feels like they are in a straitjacket with nowhere to go. I never pass judgment on those who are in that position. Often I see it in the eyes of the homeless, or prisoners, or sick people at the hospital. Passing greetings or a smile gets them through the moment. Sometimes it lasts longer.
My heart bleeds for these people. But in reality, that position, could happen to anyone in a heartbeat.
Once the road, "Love lost, such a cost, brings me things that might get lost going home to you."
Jimmy
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