Blowing in the Wind

Thursday Theme Song

2010-08-19T12:58:00.000+02:00

Like a bridge over troubled water

I will lay me down

Like a bridge over troubled water

I will lay me down

Saturday Photo Hunt

2010-08-14T11:05:00.002+02:00

This week the theme is Orange

Thursday Theme Song

2010-08-13T18:23:00.000+02:00

I am sailing, I am sailing.
home again, 'cross the sea.
I am sailing stormy waters
To be near you, to be free

IT WAS 40 YEARS AGO TODAY...........

2009-08-16T11:34:00.002+02:00

CELEBRATING THE GREATEST MUSIC FESTIVAL OF ALL TIME. CELEBRATING MAX YASGUR'S FARM. CELEBRATING WOODSTOCK!

Making a Change Through Music

2009-08-12T18:53:00.001+02:00

Check out what people are doing around the world for world peace.
One voice!

Words for thought about Education

2009-05-03T13:32:00.002+02:00

This is mind blowing!
Sir Ken Robinson is way ahead of most education systems.
We really need to re-think our education systems around the world and stop educating creativity in schools.

Earth Day 2009

2009-03-14T11:18:00.003+01:00

Happy Hannukah!

2008-12-06T11:45:00.001+01:00

Saturday Photo Hunt - My camera is broken!!

2008-11-29T11:33:00.001+01:00

I've been out of action since my camera broke.
I'll be back as soon as it gets out of the shop!

Happy weekend
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Together"

2008-11-08T10:48:00.002+01:00

We saw this beautiful couple walking on the boat pier right after their wedding. What is more together than newly weds?
Happy weekend
L

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A Halloween Treat!

2008-10-26T13:30:00.003+01:00

Call me young at heart - but I love the month of October and I love Halloween! I love the colors, the night sky and I love that one of my very first online friends and I share the joy of the month! Anni (also known as Wytch in October) send each other mails and real Halloween presents!!!
Thanks so much for being my favorite Halloween Witch-in-Arms Anni!!
Hugs
LL

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Scary"

2008-10-25T11:29:00.002+02:00

We were out walking on a Fall day on a little island, and found this
church on a hill, with the sun shining through the windows.
I don't think it looks scary, but it does look a bit spooky!
Happy Halloween (soon)
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Family"

2008-10-17T19:25:00.004+02:00

4 sisters in the pool with their kids and just one little girl hidden on the left in the background. How wonderful to have a summer day with the family!
Happy Weekend
L

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October means Halloween!

2008-10-16T19:36:00.004+02:00

I'm just a kid at heart! I love the month of October and I love Halloween.
Luckily I have a friend I can share this with - even at my ripe old age!
We send each other cards all month - now that's what I call friendship -
or else we're just a couple of old bats!! *S*
This is a card she made for me.
Happy October!
L

No Saturday Photo Hunt this week.- sorry

2008-10-11T12:00:00.001+02:00

Have a great week everyone!
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "View"

2008-09-27T12:39:00.004+02:00

This is a view of the River Thames, from the London Eye taken last week.
As you can see, there's a lot of construction going on in the background.
The Brits are already getting ready for the Olympics in 2012!
Happy Saturday everyone!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Strings"

2008-09-06T01:38:00.002+02:00

This is a photo of the strings on my Celtic harp.
There are 38 strings in all, so here is just a fraction of them.
The harp is such a beautiful instrument. In fact, instruments could
be a theme one day here at the photo hunt!
Happy weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Beautiful"

2008-08-30T11:10:00.003+02:00

This week's theme was difficult because, what is "beautiful"?
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I think nature has an overwhelming
power to surprise us with forms and colors that are truly magnificent.
There is always something new and different every day.
Here is my contribution to "beautiful". Deep red and round apples!
Happy Weekend
L
ps - When you think about it....all the forms and shapes and colors we
try to create have already been created - in nature!!

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Colorful"

2008-08-16T09:48:00.003+02:00

I love outdoor flower markets!
Click for a closer view.
Happy Saturday Hunting!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Clouds"

2008-08-01T22:50:00.004+02:00

A Winter Day in Copenhagen.

This theme reminds me of that wonderful Joni Mitchell song - Both Sides Now.
Rows and floes of angel hair
And ice cream castles in the air
And feather canyons ev'rywhere
I've looked at clouds that way
But now they only block the sun
They rain and snow on ev'ryone
So many things I would have done
But clouds got in my way
I've looked at clouds from both sides now
From up and down, and still somehow
It's cloud illusions I recall
I really don't know clouds at all

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On Vacation! (On Holiday)

2008-07-19T11:31:00.003+02:00

Sorry, sorry! I forgot to mention that I'll be on holiday for a while. So happy summer to friends and Saturday Photo Hunters!
Don't forget me while I'm gone!
Hugs and best wishes for a great summer!!
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Water"

2008-06-21T13:29:00.004+02:00

I live on an island so you don't have to go far to see water. I can even see water from my bedroom window. This picture is one of the many bridges connecting island to island.
We have a little boat and we love to take pictures while out on the water. You could say this is a picture of water under the bridge!
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Emotions"

2008-06-14T11:29:00.006+02:00

I know I'm probably just projecting my own emotions on my poor kitty-Guy - but I swear he has more facial expressions and emotions than I do!! This is his: "Get Out Of My Face - I von't to be alooone" expression - can you see it too? When he is happy, he actually smiles!!
Happy Saturday from us to all of you!!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Self"

2008-05-31T00:02:00.004+02:00

This week's theme is "self" and to be honest, I'd rather be behind my camera than in front of it. But here I was caught off guard by my hubby in Paris. As you can see, I do have my trusty Nikon with me!
Happy Hunting folks!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Shoes"

2008-05-24T01:18:00.004+02:00

When I first joined the hunt -one of the themes was "feet" and I used this picture. I'm using it again because I love this photo and think these shoes are so unique.
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Anything"

2008-05-10T11:33:00.002+02:00

This week is share anything week. I'm so happy the days are longer, the nights are lighter, the weather warmer and the sun is shining - so here's my Spring photo!
Happy weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Time"

2008-05-03T09:24:00.003+02:00

This week's theme is time and here in Europe it is Springtime!
A very beautiful time of year.
Happy Weekend everyone!
L

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The many uses of language

2008-04-30T13:45:00.003+02:00

Do you know anyone who can talk you into a daze?
People who can say things you take literally?
People you're never really sure of what they're saying or what they mean?
If you're nodding your head, then you have been the victim of sarcasm.
I have never mastered the art of irony or sarcasm. I don't often laugh
when others do and I hardly ever see the humor or get the gist! I DO get satire; especially British satire. But sarcasm often seems to be a way putting others down. Easy points, if you know what I mean.
But, ok, it could just be me! Color me dumb!
Below, I've added a little joke my sister sent me.
Now THAT I do understand!! :)
Click on it to get a better view.
That was just another of my thoughts blowing in the wind.
Happy Wednesday!!
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Funny Signs"

2008-04-26T09:53:00.003+02:00

Yes, Ladies and Gentlemen - there IS a town in Denmark called Middelfart. I laughed so hard the first time I saw the town sign, that I almost got lost and made a wrong turn. Middelfart is the last town before the bridge to Jutland! Look it up! Not far from there is a town called ASSens! The anecdote the Danes love to tell, is about the time the British queen came to visit Copenhagen. One of the tour planners noticed that there was a little sign that lit up in all the elevators in the hotel. The sign read: "I fart." Which, in Danish means, "in motion." To solve the problem, they covered all the signs in all the elevators of this hotel until the Royal visit had ended! Can you imagine everyone getting in these elevators and thinking, Wow, this elevator has gas!?
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "13"

2008-04-19T10:10:00.003+02:00

Here we are on one of the many charming streets of Paris. I love the shabbiness of this building.It has life lines like the neck and face of people who have really livedlife. -By the way - I ought to mention that the house number is 13. But you really need to see the picture in a larger version to see it!!
BTW - Please read the warning below.

Happy Saturday!
Please read the warning below.
L

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Warning

2008-04-17T13:17:00.003+02:00

Warning!!! There is a spammer out there commenting under the name ofKazilar.
Don't open it or link to it - it is a virus! Delete it immediately.
(*sigh*) some people.......

Just to let you know

My Birthday Present

2008-04-13T18:23:00.005+02:00

As many of you know - I'm a music person. I love instruments and as a music teacher I have to play a bit on all of them!!(recorder, flute, bass, drums, keyboards, guitar and xylophone!!!)
But first and foremost I teach singing, choir and play the piano.
Wonderful! She earns a living at what she loves best - You all must be saying to your computer screens - but not so. Having to play piano from 3-5 hours a day can get tiring! When I get home I can hardly drag my sorry behind to the piano to practice, or to my guitar or hubby's bass for that matter!! I needed a change and a change is what I'm getting!! I've always wanted to play the harp. I love Celtic music - probably because I never get the chance to play it - so hubby has bought me a harp from a shop in London!! We ordered it as a kit so hubby can assemble it for me- which makes it even more wonderful!!!Being a piano player I'm sure I'll be able to play the harp - so I'm so thrilled!
Here is a picture of the 22 stringed harp - I'm getting the 33 stringed version!

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Twisted"

2008-04-12T10:24:00.003+02:00

I searched high and low for something twisted, (besides my mind!) for this week's twisted photo. I have no photos of twisted car wrecks or anything exciting at all.
But I did find my hand mixer. It is probably the most twisted thing I have. But it sure comes in handy!
Happy Saturday
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Glass"

2008-04-05T12:23:00.003+02:00

These are my beautiful wine glasses - (even if they do look a big foggy here - or is it me??? :))
They are make by Holmegaard of Denmark.
From the left is the red wine glass, the white wine glass and last but not least a little Snaps glass!
Happy Hunting!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "High"

2008-03-30T01:51:00.003+01:00

This is a photo of a rope bridge hanging high in the tree tops.
It takes around 15 minutes to go from tree top to tree top - and the view
is incredible!! You see see for miles and miles.
Happy weekend everyone!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt -The Theme is "Metal"

2008-03-22T13:36:00.003+01:00

This week's theme is metal.Here is a photo of my hubby's
Fender jazz bass guitar with metal strings! I love the look of metal
on wood and the instrument has the most wonderful sound.
(Hubby is also a super bass player too - which helps!) LOL
Happy Weekend
L

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Blog Friends Forever!

2008-03-20T13:44:00.002+01:00

I'm not the most active blogger on the net. I never even had a diary when I was a teenager - but luckily for me, I met some wonderful people on the internet, way back when and we've stuck together for many years now, through thick and thin!
My dear friend, Hootin' Anni named me as one of her dearest online friends and I am so touched by this because the internet is a really big place, filled with many, many people. So thank you so much for this gift. And by the way, Hootin' Anni is a very active blogger - so drop by her place for some good reading!
Hootin' Anni's Blog
Happy Spring everyone!
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "I Spy"

2008-03-15T09:24:00.003+01:00

I often go for walks and take pictures of the textures in nature.
I didn't notice for a long time, that there were 2 men in this picture.
They were pretty well camouflaged - can you see them?
Click to enlarge.
Happy Weekend.
Lisa

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Different"

2008-03-07T21:14:00.005+01:00

This week's theme is different. I've always loved those games called Spot the Difference. So I've made one for this week's theme.
I'll post the right answers later this week. To get a better view of the differences
click on the photo for a bigger view.
happy weekend
L
PS!!! There are 5 differences!! I forgot to write that earlier - sorry!

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Freedom of Speech

2008-03-02T12:53:00.003+01:00

Many countries around the world are facing a dilemma at the moment.
It is the issue of political satire vs. freedom of speech.
As some of you know, Denmark has been in the spotlight with the mohammad cartoon controversy. It's a very difficult situation because it has divided people between the constitutional right of freedom of speech and political satire which offends the fundamentalists of the Islamic/Muslim faith. An art gallery in Germany had to close its exhibition because of threats from fundamentalists because there was one picture they found offensive. But the whole exhibition was about many religions and "isms" and no one else reacted as they did. I don't believe in poking fun at others - but there is a huge difference between being able to laugh at yourself and issuing death threats if someone has a different opinion.
Little Denmark is an old country with many old traditions. When people didn't agree on things, they talked them out - and even agreed to disagree!But now there are bombings and death threats that were virtually unknown to this country.
I believe that if you move to a new country that gives you opportunities you never had before - it's important to become apart of that society and give back what was given - not try and make it a copy of the place you came from.
I found the following on the internet written by the former prime minister of Australia, John Howard. I think it sums up the issue.
Thanks for reading. - this is must my opinion blowing in the wind.
*******

The 'IMMIGRANTS, NOT AUSTRALIANS, MUST ADAPT. Take It Or Leave It. I am tired of this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or their culture. Since the terrorist attacks on Bali , we have experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of Australians.'
'This culture has been developed over two centuries of struggles, trials and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom'
'We speak mainly ENGLISH, not Spanish, Lebanese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society . Learn the language!'
'Most Australians believe in God. This is not some Christian, right wing, political push, but a fact, because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is clearly documented. It is certainly appropriate to display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home, because God is part of our culture.'
'We will accept your beliefs, and will not question why. All we ask is that you accept ours, and live in harmony and peaceful enjoyment with us.'
'This is OUR COUNTRY, OUR LAND, and OUR LIFESTYLE, and we will allow you every opportunity to enjoy all this. But once you are done complaining, whining, and griping about Our Flag, Our Pledge, Our Christian beliefs, or Our Way of Life, I highly encourage you take advantage of one other great Australian freedom,
'THE RIGHT TO LEAVE'.'
'If you aren't happy here then LEAVE. We didn't force you to come here. You asked to be here. So accept the country YOU accepted.'
Maybe if we circulate this amongst ourselves, American & us citizens will find the backbone to start speaking and voicing the same truths.

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Party"

2008-03-01T15:20:00.004+01:00

Sometimes the most beautiful thing about a party is all the work that's gone into decorating the tables. I love when people make their own decorations. The party tables were decorated with soft roses on each and every table; the glasses where shiny, the plates white, and the tablecloth spotless!! It makes for a warm and wonderful get together, I think.
click on the photo for a better view.
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Wooden"

2008-02-23T02:57:00.004+01:00

Thank goodness for progress!
I saw this old wooden wheel chair at a "workhouse" museum.
Can you imagine having a bad back and sitting in this chair all day?
There's no rubber on the wheels either! Must have been a hard and bumpy ride.
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Heavy"

2008-02-09T02:15:00.001+01:00

Well, here I am, caught flat on my behind in a heavy snow storm.
I love snow - don't you??
Happy weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Narrow"

2008-02-01T17:51:00.000+01:00

This is one of many narrow pathways at Egeskov Castle, in Denmark. Besides being a castle built on water, it has a playground, lakes, art, statues, museums and lots of beautiful gardens. Between the gardens you walk down one of these many narrow pathways and go through an opening to visit all the different flower gardens.
And most amazing of all is the maze which is built in bamboo. You can wander around forever trying to find your way out!
If you ever come to Denmark, it is truly worth a visit to see Egeskov. If you want to read more - here is a link to Egeskov Castle's homepage.
Happy weekend
Lisa

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Old-Fashioned"

2008-01-27T11:56:00.000+01:00

Sorry I'm late this week. Yesterday my choir had 2 Gospel concerts in one day in two different churches! But better late than never.
We have a wood-burning stove in our kitchen. It's old and ugly but it can really warm the house up in no time. This also saves on heating bills, but it's also very cozy.
And hey - it is old fashioned -people have had wood burning stoves for ever!
Happy Weekend!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Important"

2008-01-19T16:39:00.001+01:00

I decided to show my most important document - which is my passport. I travel a lot and I always need to have my passport handy.
It's also quite beautiful!
Happy Saturday.
L

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What kind of Soul Are You?

2008-01-13T12:04:00.000+01:00

You Are a Bright Star Soul

Like a shining star, you have no trouble being the center of attention
In fact, you often feel a bit hurt when all eyes aren't on you
You need to be number one in everything, no matter how trivial
And it's this ego that both hurts your confidence and helps you achieve

You're dramatic and a powerhouse of pure energy
You possess a divine quality or uniqueness that's hard to define
A natural performer, it's likely you'll become famous in some circles.
Just learn not to take everyone's reaction to you so personally!

Souls you are most compatible with: Newborn Soul and Prophet Soul

What Kind of Soul Are You?

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Skinny"

2008-01-12T11:18:00.000+01:00

This was a difficult theme because I always think of skinny
as an adjective for a person and not a thing. I would use
narrow or thin to describe a thing. So I hope I'm not on "thin"
ice with this one!
Happy hunting
L
PS -just for clarification - this windmill is actually called a wind turbine which is used to create energy for heating and electricity. The beautiful old-fashioned windmills were more often used for grinding grain into flour and pumping up water on the fields. (at least in Europe, this was how they were used):)

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Delicious"

2008-01-05T05:51:00.000+01:00

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!
There is the most fabulous ice cream café right smack dab
in the middle of London called Rendezvous where they have
home-made ice cream filled with fruit. Choosing between the many
wonderful flavors is almost impossible - but what ever you
choose,it's delicious!
Happy Hunting and happy new year!
L

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Happy New Year

2007-12-27T14:08:00.001+01:00

Wishing everyone who drops by a very happy New Year!
Hoping 2008 will be a good year for all of you and
for everyone just a little more Peace on Earth.
Hugs
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - on leave

2007-12-02T10:35:00.000+01:00

Dear fellow photo hunters

December is a busy time for "we" music people.
I am the musical conductor of a Christmas musical and am in the
orchestra pit for the next 2 weeks - so I won't
have the time, unfortunately, to partake in the hunt.

Hope to see you all again in a few weeks.
So until then.................HAPPY HUNTING!

hugs
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "I love...FALL"

2007-11-17T12:30:00.001+01:00

Like anyone - I love many things and many persons in my life.
I thought I wouldn't get too personal and write I love my son
because I do and he knows it!
But my absolute favorite time of year is Fall. I love the
atmosphere, the colors and most of all.. pumpkins!
There's something about the color, the shape, the taste - everything!
Happy Saturday
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Classic"

2007-11-03T11:58:00.000+01:00

Something classic,in my opinion,is long-lasting; has staying power; doesn't become trivial. There are many things that are considered classic, such as Mozart's music, Fairy Tales and Mother Goose; Gone With The Wind, the Bible,The Beatles and cotton T-shirts. Thank goodness there is still room for newer classics. I love Tolkien's universe,- and have since my early teens. So I took a picture of one of my many versions of The Hobbit. This one is in Danish!
Happy Saturday Hunters!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Pink"

2007-10-27T00:08:00.000+02:00

I took this picture last Spring of this lonely magnolia
flower. It is such a beautiful pastel color. Here in Europe
they call this a tulip tree.
Happy Weekend Hunters!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Practical"

2007-10-20T14:45:00.000+02:00

My Swiss Army Knife

Next after the safety pin - I think my Swiss Army knife is one of the most practical inventions ever! My hubby has the humongous version, but I've had mine for 35 years. It's got a big and small knife, a screwdriver, a nail cleaner, a bottle opener and a can opener and a scissors! This is what I'd have with me if I were on a deserted island!
The words "Victoria Officier Suisse" are engraved on my knife! - cool!
Happy Saturday!
L

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Lucky Dube - The Day the Music Died

2007-10-19T12:59:00.000+02:00

What is this world coming to? One of South Africa's best singer/songwriters was shot dead in his car while dropping off his kids at school.
The authorities are saying he was shot during a car-jacking.
Who kills a father in front of his kids for a car??
If you don't know South Africa's Lucky Dube - check out his many songs on You Tube
or at his Lucky Dube's Website
His lyrics are moving and relevant to the world today.
South Africa and the world has lost a great talent and ambassador for
the poor and suffering.
Rest in peace Lucky.

Congratulations Al

2007-10-15T23:51:00.001+02:00

I'm a huge fan of Al Gore! Have been for a long time. It's so refreshing to know there is a politician who is out there, among the people, fighting for something he believes in and is not hidden behind a desk somewhere.
In honor of his work, Al Gore has received the Nobel Peace Prize.
The following is from a super blog about the climate.

Go there to read more about our climate and our Earth.
The Conscious Earth

In recognition of "their efforts to build up and disseminate knowledge about man-made climate change", Al Gore and the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) have been announced as co-winners of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize.

In awarding the honour, the Nobel committee singled out Al Gore as "probably the single individual who has done most to create greater worldwide understanding of the measures that need to be adopted". President Bill Clinton expressed similar feelings,

"Gore's ex-boss, former President Clinton, also said he's 'thrilled by this well-deserved recognition,' and credited Gore with 'warning and educating us about the dangers of climate change for decades. He saw this coming before others in public life.'"

Gore stated that he will donate his half of the $1.5 million dollar prize to the Alliance for Climate Protection, an organization he founded to persuade people to reduce global warming by cutting greenhouse gas pollution.
In recognition of "their efforts to build up and disseminate knowledge about man-made climate change", Al Gore and the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) have been announced as co-winners of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize.

In awarding the honour, the Nobel committee singled out Al Gore as "probably the single individual who has done most to create greater worldwide understanding of the measures that need to be adopted". President Bill Clinton expressed similar feelings,

"Gore's ex-boss, former President Clinton, also said he's 'thrilled by this well-deserved recognition,' and credited Gore with 'warning and educating us about the dangers of climate change for decades. He saw this coming before others in public life.'"

Gore stated that he will donate his half of the $1.5 million dollar prize to the Alliance for Climate Protection, an organization he founded to persuade people to reduce global warming by cutting greenhouse gas pollution.

I Got a Halloween Treat!

2007-10-14T16:00:00.000+02:00

I got a Halloween treat from my friend Hootin' Anni!
It's a treat to share a smile in good old blogland.
If you want to use it - and learn more about it -
Go here to read more about it!
Hootin' Anni's Spooky Hallow
Don't forget to link it back to Anni's!
Happy October!
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Smelly"

2007-10-13T12:18:00.000+02:00

In the late 50's the local "Poorhouse" in our town closed down.
It is now a museum and looking at this picture, you
can almost smell the stench of many poor people living
together. They had workshops and a schoolroom for the children.
I think they took a bath once a week, which can give you an idea
of what it must have smelt like. This was not the worst poorhouse I've
heard about. Some of the poorhouses in Victorian London were much, much
worse!
This picture is the sink in one of the bathrooms.
Happy Weekend
L

I Love Halloween

2007-10-09T15:49:00.000+02:00

Call me childish, call me young at heart,-
but I just love Halloween. Always have
and always will. Perhaps it's the time
of year - who knows. Lucky for me that
I have a friend who loves Halloween just
as much as I do - so we send each other
cards and make October a fun month for
each other. Thanks to my dear friend for
all the fun.
You are boo-tiful!
PS - did I mention she is also a poet!!

Saturday Photo Hunt - The theme is "Curvy"

2007-10-06T11:46:00.000+02:00

It's amazing how the wind can make such beautiful patterns
in the sand.
I took this photo last year on the beach of Skagen where 2 seas meet.
Happy Weekend everyone!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Original"

2007-09-29T19:14:00.000+02:00

There are 3 bridges to the island where I live. This bridge is the original bridge from the east side. In the old days they took the ferry boat.
I took this photo from our little boat.
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Paper"

2007-09-22T14:33:00.001+02:00

A very important piece of paper!
(More TP facts below photo)
Happy Weekend!
L

Some TP Facts!
TP Surveys:
What 20th century "convenience" is most taken for granted?

69% voted for TOILET PAPER!
*42% say the zipper
*38% say frozen foods

If stranded on a desert island with only one "necessity", what would you choose?

49% of people surveyed chose toilet paper as their greatest island necessity ahead of food.

Do most people hang the toilet paper roll with the sheet over or under?

68% like to hang toilet paper with the first sheet going over the roll, while 25% prefer to hang the first sheet under the roll.

For what other reasons do we use toilet paper?

*Nose Care - 61%, wiping small spills - 17%, removing makeup - 8%, cleaning mirrors - 7%, cleaning a child's hands/face - 3% (Charmin.com)
To cover the toilet seat, cleaning glasses (Kimberly-Clark)

How many people does it take to "exhaust " a roll of toilet paper?

It takes 71.48 people to completely utilize a single roll of toilet paper.

How many days does the standard roll of toilet paper last in a household bathroom?

The number of days a standard roll of bath tissue usually lasts in the most-used bathrooms in the house is five, according to Charmin customers.

What is the average number of toilet tissue sheets a person uses in one day?

On average, consumers use 8.6 sheets per trip - a total of 57 sheets per day. That's an annual total of 20,805 sheets. (Charmin)

Are most people "wadders" or "folders" of toilet paper? (Based on a surveyed crowd of 1,012)

When it comes to toilet paper, women are more apt to be grabbers and wadders, while men tend to be folders. This is according to a Kimberly Clark survey. July 5, 2000.
*40% fold or stack, 40% wad or crumple, 20% wrap it around their hand.
*52% (Men) & 38% (Women) are "folders", 38% (Men) & 52% (Women) are "wadders", 6% (Men) & 6% (Women) have no preference, and 4% (Men) & 3% (Women) don't know. (Kimberly-Clark)

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Plastic"

2007-09-15T10:15:00.000+02:00

Hi folks!
I'm back. Hope you all had a great summer.
While out in my little boat, I found this
orange plastic ball just floating on its way.
So we just followed the bouncing ball! (joke from the 60's)*S*
Great weekend
L

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Rest in Peace, Maestro

2007-09-06T11:52:00.000+02:00

The greatest tenor voice of them all,
the one and only Luciano Pavarotti has
died, He had a voice made in heaven.
Rest in Peace, Maestro and thank you
for the music.

Saturday Photo Hunt.

2007-07-22T12:33:00.000+02:00

Hi Saturday Hunters!
I'm on vacation for a while - so have a great summer!
See you later.
Hugs
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Shadows"

2007-07-14T17:43:00.002+02:00

Here is my class with their shadows at their feet!
It's almost a mirror image!
Happy hunting and have a great weekend!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Fake"

2007-07-07T01:50:00.000+02:00

This is a photo of the cover of my beloved jazz Fake Book.
What is a fake book, you ask?
A fake book only has the melody voicing and chords for the piano accompaniment.
I accompany many singers and I couldn't live
without my fake book. I can just scan the melody voice and play my own
accompaniment. No slowly chewing my way through long and often boring
piano parts. I have a fake book for Rock, Pop, Jazz and classical music.
Happy Hunting!
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No Photo This Week Either!!

2007-07-01T21:58:00.000+02:00

ARGHHHHHHHHHHHHHhh
I lost the cable to my camera and can't upload my photos!
Has anyone seen it?
Drat! Drat!Drat!
Gotta go and buy a new one and hopefully I'll be back
in blazing glory! *S*
Have a great week hunters!
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L

No Saturday Photo Hunt this week.

2007-06-24T10:54:00.000+02:00

Just dropping by to say that I'll be gone
so no photo this week. See you all
next week again!
Happy hunting everyone and a great
weekend to you all.
Hugs
L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Hair"

2007-06-16T01:30:00.001+02:00

(click on the photo for a better view)
Many years ago I had the privilege of playing in a European cast of the musical Hair. I loved and still love that musical. I love the songs and dances and the story too. It was a lot of fun and I travelled all over Scandinavia singing and dancing for great audiences. Here is one of my favorite pictures during the song Hair! I'm the one in the striped shirt in front.
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt. The theme is "Shoes"

2007-06-09T09:02:00.000+02:00

I know I've used this photo before but I just couldn't find
a better one for today's theme. (I'm a firm believer in re-cycling!) *S*
Have a happy weekend all you hunters!
best wishes
L

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Scavenger Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Art"

2007-06-02T02:20:00.000+02:00

I've been to art museums and galleries all over the world and
seen lots of "fine" art - but I gotta admit, nothing moves me more,
or puts a smile on my face as the "art" children make. I love seeing
the world through their eyes! This is a picture a 3rd grader made of
me. The nose may be a bit wide, but the hair is perfect!
Happy Weekend all you Art hunters!
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt. The theme is "Colors"

2007-05-26T01:29:00.001+02:00

Happy and colorful weekend!
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L

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What Does My Birthday Date Mean?

2007-05-13T20:54:00.001+02:00

Your Birthdate: May 27

You are a spiritual soul - a person who tries to find meaning in everything.
You spend a good amount of time meditating, trying to figure out life.
Helping others is also important to you. You enjoy social activities with that goal.
You are very generous and giving. Yet you expect very little in return.

Your strength: Getting along with anyone and everyone

Your weakness: Needing a good amount of downtime to recharge

Your power color: Cobalt blue

Your power symbol: Dove

Your power month: September

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

Saturday Photo Hunt - The theme is "Five"

2007-05-12T14:00:00.000+02:00

A couple of weeks ago, our school had a group of kids from
Romania come visit. They were part of a folklore group travelling around Europe. These sweet kids sang and danced songs from their homeland.
After they left, I looked their town up and discovered that
Unicef has determined the areas surrounding their little village was/is an environmental disaster area.
Here's what I read at Google Earth.
The environmentally damaged area covers hundreds of square kilometres of land. The main industries in Copsa Mica are non-ferrous metalworking and chemical processing plants, and their effect on the environment has been devastating. Air pollution by heavy metals is 600 times the allowed levels. To make matters worse, a lead-smelting facility emitted fumes containing sulfur dioxide, lead, cadmium, and zinc over the town and surrounding area for 50 km² (19 square miles). The entire town and much of the surrounding area were covered with a blanket of black soot daily until the facilities were forced to close in 1993.
I think it's about time that we put children and the environment first and industry second - don't you?
Happy Weekend
L

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What my limited drawing talent says about me!

2007-05-05T10:16:00.000+02:00

I found this at Mike's Place and tried it. *S*
I'm a total music person and can't draw worth beans -
but it was fun anyway! -Give it a shot!
(My Saturday Photo Hunt - below)

What does your drawing say about YOU?
The results of your analysis say:

You are driven and ambitious and tend to make radical moves to reach your goals.
You are a direct and forthright person. You like to get to the core of the issue right away, with few signs of hesitation.
You are creative, mentally active and industrious.
You have a sunny, cheerful disposition.

Saturday Photo Hunt. The theme is "Childhood"

2007-05-05T09:30:00.000+02:00

This photo will definitely "date" me as a child of the 50's! *S*
But see what care my mom took to dress me with a beautiful dress with a little pinafore and how she scrubbed my face so it shined!
The curls are all mine, though!
I was lucky to live in sunny California with 52 wonderful kids living
on my street, so there was always someone to play with, and we even
had block parties too!!! - I couldn't have wished for a better childhood!
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt. The theme is "Rare"

2007-04-28T14:00:00.000+02:00

This picture is not a photo of a rare object, but of a VERY rare moment.
This little guy is in 5th gear ALL DAY LONG. So finding a photo of
him at peace is very rare, indeed!
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Steps"

2007-04-21T16:10:00.000+02:00

These steps take you behind Sacre Coeur in Paris.
It's a beautiful city with trees on almost every corner.
Happy Weekend Everyone!
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L

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Sorry - no Saturday Photo Hunt today

2007-04-15T18:10:00.000+02:00

See you all next week!
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L

Saturday Photo Hunt - The theme is "Clean"

2007-04-07T20:04:00.000+02:00

Here's my little son, years ago, in a little plastic tub!
He could sure get dirty and it'd take a loooong time to get
him clean!
Little boys and dirt seem to go together.
My motto:
Better to have a playful, adventurous and curious little boy - dirt and all!
Happy holidays
L

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Saturday Photo Hune - The theme is "Water"

2007-03-31T11:38:00.000+02:00

I love this theme because I am a water person - even though my sign is air.(astrological)
I have always lived near water. I grew up close to the Pacific and now live right by a bay/sound in Denmark. The seas of the world are so very different in color.
You can stand on the shore of a small island in Greece and see the shades of blue changing every few feet - from the lightest blue to turquoise to the deepest, darkest blue. Luckily, I wake up to the color blue every morning - what a blessing!
This picture is taken on the very tip of Northern Jutland in Denmark where the two seas of Skagerak and Kattegat meet.
Happy Weekend
L

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Saturday Photo Hunt - The theme is "Empty"

2007-03-24T10:19:00.000+01:00

Oops - My friend's glass is empty at my outdoor barbeque - what a bad hostess I am! :)
Happy Weekend!
L

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I love the Java Jive!

2007-03-18T12:39:00.000+01:00

I fell over these books by Cleo Coyle and just fell in love them. They are about a cozy coffee house in Greenwich Village that specializes in good coffee. Not only are they mystery novels, but also books about the love of really good coffee. Coffee is just not coffee, it all depends on where the beans come from, if they are dried in the sun or kept wet. It depends on the soil where they were grown and especially how they were roasted by the coffee shop,and how they are brewed or pulled by the baristas.
I always thought that blending coffees was cheating, but I've learnt that if you have a wonderfully rich and round tasting coffee, which is low on acidity, which contributes to the taste, then you can blend it with a more acidic coffee to give it more body and kick. I also learnt that you can taste different fruits in coffee too. And last but not least, she writes about the froth! Oh wonderful froth! Think what a yummy froth made of low-fat milk can do to a latte! (no lips to hips here!)

I was so inspired - and so tired of my old brewed coffee, that I got hubby to go out and get me an expresso machine - and I love it. You've got to fiddle around with it until you find the strength and taste you like best. It grinds the beans (very important about the beans) and makes a damn good cup of coffee. Cleo Coyle had added lots of cake and coffee recipes at the end of the book - so there's lots of different things you can try. We went out and bought a bottle of French chocolate sirup. A few drops in the bottom of the cup turns this afternoon cup of Joe into a moment of pleasure.
Well, gotta go and get me a cup of Joe!
Happy Weekend
from the kitchen of LibertyBelle

Saturday Photo Hunt - The theme is "Drink"

2007-03-17T03:43:00.000+01:00

I found this photo in my photo file. I don't know who took it or when, but
I think the colors of red wine are so soothing.
Happy Weekend!
L

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Scavenger Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Architecture"

2007-03-10T14:44:00.000+01:00

Not the best picture of mom and son, on a cloudy day in London,
but it is the architecture that is the main thing and no doubt
about it, what detail there is in the architecture of old London.
Happy Weekend!
L

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Healthy Foods Don't Have To Be Boring

2007-03-03T21:49:00.000+01:00

You Are 80% Healthy

Your diet is quite healthy, but you don't go too crazy with what you eat.
You know how to eat what's good for you, but you're also careful not to deprive yourself.

How Healthy Is Your Diet?

I've never understood why so many people prefer fast food to good food.
Not that long ago - we baby boomers of the 50´s grew up with our mother's pot roast, lots of beans and salads. We ate wheat bread and drank ice water or milk. I don't think a McDonald's could ever compare to my mom's cooking - or mine either.
Good food doesn't necessarily take long to make.
If you put on the potatoes or rice, then make the salad and greens, and lastly, fry or broil the meat, presto - in about 40 minutes you have a fine dinner.
What bothers me most, is over half the shelves in the supermarket are filled with junk food. Someone is out to make a fast buck at the price of our health!!!
White bread is the real offender in weight gain. I learnt long ago that white bread sits like cememt in your stomach and adds sooooo much weight.
It doesn't take much to make good food, and it can also be quality time spent with your kids - give them something to do; let them be part of the process. It gives them responsibilty and pride - even if they've peeled just one potato!
That's my thought that's blowing in the wind.
Happy Weekend
L

Scavenger Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Salty"

2007-03-03T02:29:00.000+01:00

If I had a dog and poured salt on him, I would have had a "Salty Dog" *S*
But alas, I have no dog, so I decided to use our very old chalk board
that we use to write up items for shopping - and we DO need salt - so
I guess that fits the bill!
Happy Weekend
L

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Scavenger Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Soft"

2007-02-24T11:27:00.000+01:00

I know we'll be lots of cat owners showing off our soft and cuddly
kitties this week - but what can I say?? A kitty IS soft - even my
14 year old grumpy cat here, has the softest fur!
So here he is, my old softy!
Happy weekend!
L

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My Stop Smoking Blog - day 4

2007-02-23T22:06:00.000+01:00

Well, Here I am, day 4 of not smoking. How do I feel? I feel a whole lot better.
I went for a long walk without being dead tired. I tramped through the snow and was hardly out-of-breath for a change. I'm not coughing as much either. I haven't had a headache for the first time in a long time too. I even had a cup of coffee without going insane. *S* I miss the feeling of having a good cup of coffee and relaxing, but how much I really relaxed is really the question. But all in all, day 4 is pretty good. I think it's really important to feel changes to keep up the fight against that one cigarette. I'm looking forward to seeing (or hearing) my singing voice clearing up and being able to hit those high notes again!
That's it for now.
Happy weekend
L

Help me to stop smoking!

2007-02-20T23:40:00.000+01:00

In the wonderful film, Nottinghill, Bella, who sits in a wheel chair, says that she had to give up smoking -Her favorite thing.
I love to smoke and at the same time I hate it too.
I've got a million reasons to stop; I know them all by heart, but that doesn't change the fact that a cigarette together with a good cup of coffee is my favorite thing and I don't know how I'll live without it.
But I'm going to try.
If you've stopped smoking and have any good advice - leave me a note, back me up, give me some support -cause I'm going to need it!
Thanks for reading.
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L

Scavenger Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Antique"

2007-02-17T00:32:00.000+01:00

My grandmother gave this beautiful beaded purse many years ago.
It's so old now, that I'm sure it is considered antique.
It is truly a work of art and craftmanship.
The whole purse is covered in red and blue beads, with a little
beaded tassle and a chain strap. I don't know where or when she
used it, but I can imagine it is from the 20's or 30's, but I'm not
sure.
Happy weekend all you scavengers!
Hugs
LL

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A Sticky Valentines Card

2007-02-10T18:16:00.000+01:00

I always loved those little cards we exhanged
at school and with friends!
Please leave me a Valentine dear friends.
Living so far from home, it would really make my day!
Happy Valentine's Day from me to you!
Love
L

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Scavenger Hunt - The Theme is "Broken"

2007-02-10T16:44:00.000+01:00

I took this picture of an old broken down tractor at
the "local" castle" last year.
I think it's got a lot of character.
Happy Weekend!
L

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No Scavenger Hunt today

2007-02-04T23:31:00.000+01:00

Sorry for the late message folks!
Due to flooding in our basement,
I won't be able to post my photo
this week.
Hope you all have a great week.
See you next Saturday!
L

Photo Scavenger Hunt - The Theme is Silver

2007-01-26T15:38:00.000+01:00

A 1925 Silver Dollar!
I think it's beautiful!
Happy Saturday.
L

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Scavenger Photo Hunt - The Theme is "Wild"

2007-01-20T01:23:00.000+01:00

I don't know if these gourds are weird or wild, but they look like something wild growing in the wilderness, or a flock of green birds! I thought they were pretty wild! *S*
Happy Weekend
L

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Online Friends

2007-01-16T04:22:00.000+01:00

Today I lost my first on-line friend to cancer.
For those of you who were online in the mid 90's -
you'll remember that it was a pretty emtpy place.
So meeting someone from another part of the world
was a big thing.
There were a few groups online and everything was fun
and new. We all learnt to make webpages, graphics, write
html,and leave little gifs in guestbooks together.
Later we discovered ICQ and messenger and webrings.
We helped each other find our way around and meet new people
along the way. Suddenly the world was a much smaller
place.
My dear friend and I never met in person, but we called
each other on the phone and talked for hours, sent presents
in the mail and got to know each other as if we were neighbors.
She took the meaning of internet friends to a whole new level by getting in
her car and travelling around the United States visiting people
she had made online!
I will miss her enormously.
I'm also grateful that I got to know her.
So rest in peace, dear friend.
Thank you for being there and thank you for being a friend.
L

Photo Scavenger Hunt - The Theme is Technology

2007-01-13T15:36:00.000+01:00

My hubby works with wind turbines and is very tech-minded.
He went to Austria to check out the power plants there, and
took this picture.
I'm not at all a tech person. I flip a switch and am glad the lights go on!
Thank goodness we don't have to blog by the light of a candle, even though that could be cozy too, once in a while! *S*
Thanks to my hubby for the picture - I wouldn't dream
of taking a picture of a power plant - I only take pictures of plants!
Happy Weekend!

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