I’ve mentioned before how I’m sick of the Leonard Cohen song “Halellujah.” I’ve always had a fondness for John Cale’s version, though, but I never realized until now that he’s actually singing different lyrics in places. I learned that from … Continue reading
When I think about the late Leonard Cohen, there are many songs that come to mind, quite a few of which I listen to on a regular basis, but “Hallelujah,” mentioned in every article I’ve read about his death as … Continue reading
I’ve been thinking about divorce. Not for myself, since I’m not married. I’ve been thinking about how it’s something that I don’t think anybody can completely “get” (or convey) unless they’ve actually been through it. It’s not just a particularly … Continue reading
First of all, watch this. “..in under five minutes, your life will improve by a minimum of forty-seven per cent.” The idea, and the quoted phrase, come from this excellent article about Aretha Franklin: “Soul Survivor“ Also, on a … Continue reading
I have only seen a tiny sliver of a fraction of the various reactions people have had to the death of David Bowie (which is fine), but there have been a few which have really caught my attention St. … Continue reading
I remember a few days after 9/11, I read something he wrote (he lived in New York, and was here when it happened) that was just so caring and thoughtful and appropriate. I haven’t been able to find it since, … Continue reading