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September 29, 2013
July 24, 2013
Ferruccio Furlanetto as Leporello in Don Giovanni
I am sharing an from Don Giovanni the opera written by Mozart. One of the premiere Basso voices is Ferruccio Furlanetto who sings Leporello’s part.
This is an enjoyable and funny Aria where Leporello, Don Giovanni’s servant is convincing (this abused woman by his Master) to see that he is not worth the trouble.
Leporello lists all his Master’s conquests all over the world, explaining that he has a “catalogue” of his paramours. He produces the book and invites her to r...
July 2, 2013
Madame Butterfly – Giacomo Puccini
Yin Huang- Madame Butterfly saying farewell to her beloved son.
One of the most powerful arias in opera history. Yin Huang does is justice and then some. If it does not bring tears to your eyes, I am not sure what would. An amazing film but outstanding performance. She expresses innocence, naivete and deep love.
Her American lover did come back as she predicted but not to be with her. He came back to ask for his child. His new wife could not bear him...
April 17, 2013
Shopping in person
“Women who shop by telephone do not know what the pleasures of buying are.”
The Death of the Heart by Elizabeth Bowen.
It is true that people who shop by telephone or as it stands now, by internet miss the communication that shopping in person allows.
When buying fabric one touches and feels the textures. When buying food, one smells the sweetness, the sourness or sees the freshness of a melon or a peach.
The actual act of choosing and putting back a purchase is in itself a satisfying action of t...
October 31, 2012
Pavarotti sings Lucio Dalla’s Caruso
In 1986, Lucio Dalla wrote the words and music for this amazing song. The song relays the pain and longing of a man about to die while spending time with the woman he loves.
Luciano Pavarotti took it a step further with his emotional and amazing voice. Pavarotti expressed the agony and pain Dalla expressed in his song.
Enjoy Caruso, sung by Pavarotti and created by Lucio Dalla, God rest their souls.
September 30, 2012
Two of O Henry’s Beloved Short Stories
One of my favorite authors ever is O Henry. Opinions differ strongly on the man’s work but he is as realistic in his recounting as Norman rockwell was in his painting.
Having read then left his stories on a shelf for a long time, in the last few days, I ran across them when downloading books to listen to. Taking O Henry with me on my evening walk, he again inspired me. The stories he wove are simple and the characters interesting and attractive. His surprise endings remain appealing and someti...
September 28, 2012
Book Review: Crome Yellow by Aldous Huxley
Crome Yellow by Aldous Huxley
Aldous Huxley
Book Cover: Crome Yellow
I kept waiting for things to happen in this story but you could say my mind is marred by the fast pace of the present. At a lazy and wonderful pace of the country home, things do happen.
A true 20s piece of literature, Crome Yellow describes the descent of several people on a country estate to mooch off the owner. A collection of individuals different and lost as it were in their time spend all their time eating, drinking and do...
September 26, 2012
Book Review: A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett
A Little Princess: Book cover
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Refuse to allow the hardships of life to stop you from the joys it holds. In this charming story, through the character of the heroine, we find grace, kindness and generosity in the face of ugliness and cruelty.
With simplicity and succinct clarity Burnett wrote, drawing the reader, involving them emotionally to her characters.
Our heroine, Sara is a lovely girl of seven with dark hair and green grey eyes. At first we meet a pampered Sara, l...
September 15, 2012
On My Walks What I See
Summer days in Hawaii have harsh sun but evenings are heavenly sent. After changing my routine from day person to night owl, I have reveled in my discoveries and enjoyment of the island. Nighttime walks are the best. Quiet, cool and yet warm Trade Winds never disappoint.
Here I share with you some of the wonderful plants, edible or not. Share my wonder at the beauty.
Blue Ginger: a gorgeous flower and when the petals open, yellow insides make a delightful spectacle.
Fig Tree with Figs: May not b...
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