If you can keep your head
While all about you
People are losing theirs and blaming you
If you can trust yourself
When everybody doubts you
And make allowance for their doubting too.

If you can wait
And not get tired of waiting
And when lied about
Stand tall
Don't deal in lies
And when hated
Don't give in to hating back
Don't need to look so good
Don't need to talk too wise.

If you can dream
And not make dreams your master
If you can think
And not make intellect your game
If you can meet
With triumph and disaster
And treat those two imposters just the same

If you can force your heart
And nerve and sinew
To serve you
After all of them are gone
And so hold on
When there is nothing in you
Nothing but the will
That's telling you to hold on!
Hold on!

If you can bear to hear
The truth you've spoken
Twisted and misconstrued
By some smug fool
Or watch your life''s work
Torn apart and broken down
And still stoop to build again
With worn out tools.

If you can draw a crowd
And keep your virtue
Or walk with Kings
And keep the common touch
If neither enemies nor loving friends
Can hurt you
If everybody counts with you
But none too much.

If you can fill the journey
Of a minute
With sixty seconds worth of wonder and delight
Then
The Earth is yours
And Everything that's in it
But more than that
I know
You'll be alright
You'll be alright.

Cause you've got the fight
You've got the insight
You've got the fight
You've got the insight


(Joni Mitchell adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's "If", from her 2007 album, Shine)

Ace said:

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”

Never under any circumstances take sleeping pills and a laxative at the same time.

TheVoid said:

My life is much better now, thanks.

I CAN NOT get enough of this song! Just thought Id share... P..S. She is so mesmorizing! (sp)





Heres a pic of her...




She is HOT is she not??



Sorry mines not as insiteful as yours! But I like fun things!

I won't post the whole thing, but the relevant piece:

PurpleJedi said:

tinaz said:

Courtney Love was on Stern the other day and said that KM bedded her once. Also stated that it's well-known that Kate indulges in the bushy bowl.

MrsMdiver said:

TheVoid said:

CarrieMpls said:

Just googled this.

MrsMdiver said:

LOVE IT ACE.

I'm stealing this Val. Thanks!

Sorry non-hispanics...my contribution doesn't translate very well into english;

"No és lo mísmo 'tenér un hoyo en el techo', que; 'te écho uno en el hoyo'."


















[OK, OK: "It's not the same 'you have a hole in your roof', than, 'I'll shove one in your hole'." It sounds a lot more clever in Spanish.]

Ace said:

Interesting But courtney Love...

Microwaving a twist-tie will cause the metal to spark and ignite the paper

Cinnie said:

[will I be the only one to try this at home later tonight?]

Do not microwave your coffee or tea in the original starbucks paper cup..It starts on fire!

PurpleJedi said:

I meant BEWARE!

TotalANXiousNESS said:

Cool.

Always keep a litter bag in your car. It doesn't take up much room - and if it gets full, you can just toss it out the window.

Genesia said:

wtf Genesia

Genesia said:

there's a rumor going around that dan is planning to delete all 42 of his accounts

TheVoid said:

OK, THIS is the funniest thing I've read in weeks!

Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.


If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.


Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let not this blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.


Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.


Therefore, be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams; it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful.


Strive to be happy.

La musique, c'est la bruit qui pense.
Victor Hugo.


Translation.. I'm not real sure, but I think it means something like "Music is noise that thinks."

tinaz said:

What you've got here is a picture of Kate Moss not Kate Garner from Haysi Fantayzee.
(Kate Garner did take the picture,though )
[Edited 4/30/10 16:37pm]

Our world appears to be making a profound shift from one paradigm to another. The old paradigm served humanity for many, many years, and in some ways serves us still. Yet an exciting new paradigm is paving the way for a more loving, harmonious way of living and interacting with all around us. The below comparison is an attempt to capture the spirit of the old and new paradigm without the intention of making one better than the other, yet also inviting us to join in welcoming inspiring new ways which can support us all in being the best we can be and making a difference in our lives and world.




Old: Man is born into sin, essentially corrupt at the core.

New: All people in their core essence are beautiful and worthy of love.

Old: Hatred and vengeance are justified for wrongs suffered. An eye for an eye.

New: Love is the most transformative force. Forgiveness is an act of courage and compassion.

Old: Don't show real feelings, or you will get hurt. Create a convincing persona to present to the world.

New: Welcome authenticity and vulnerability. It's all about being honest and real with each other.

Old: Emphasis on hierarchies. Focus on competition so that the best rise to the top of the hierarchy.

New: Emphasis on equality. Focus on cooperation in order to support the greatest good for all.

Old: Tend to avoid personal responsibility by blaming those above or below them in the hierarchy.

New: Take personal responsibility for actions and learn from our mistakes.

Old: People need to be led or controlled by those believed to be better or more capable.

New: Each individual is a powerful creator capable of meeting their needs with the help of others.

Old: The mind and science is supreme. The scientific paradigm supersedes God and religion.

New: The heart and personal relationships are of paramount importance. The deepest essence of life is a divine mystery to be welcomed and explored.

Old: Don't question the accepted scientific paradigm. Focus on three-dimensional, five-sensory world.

New: Foster fluid intelligence. Explore the edges of consciousness, especially other dimensions and capabilities not believed to be possible under the old paradigm.

Old: Categorizing and dissecting nature allows us to better control it and to profit from it.

New: Recognizing the interconnectedness of all life leads to greater growth and harmony.

Old: Focus on order, discipline.

New: Welcome flexibility and even occasional chaos and disorder as means to see new possibilities.

Old: Value boundaries, borders, and divisions. These give security, safety, and comfort.

New: While respecting and honoring differences, look for shared vision and ways to work together. Take risks in order to grow. Short-term pain can bring long-term gain.

Old: You can't trust anyone.

New: Surrender to and trust in a divine force greater than our egoic selves.

Old: Focus on defeating and conquering the enemy, us versus them. War against evil.

New: Committed to transforming and integrating life's challenges. The external reflects the internal.

Old: Focus on details, complexity.

New: Remember the bigger picture. Identify simple principles behind the complexities of life.

Old: Look outwards for guidance. Don't trust self. Have rigid rules and beliefs.

New: Look inwards for guidance. Develop intuition. Have flexible guidelines and beliefs.

MidasTouch said:

Well I'll be... And I always thought kate moss wasnt attractive!

Well, since you started with Joni.... here's Rie fu.



I'm really into her at the moment and I'd definitely recommend checking her out. She sings in Japanese and English, often mixed together.

My favourite of hers