“Tinnitus Truths”
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Welcome, Tex.
When @Jazzer created this thread I liked it instantly. There are many aspects when dealing with tinnitus, many of them extremely difficult, as we all know. This thread is a place to come and reflect and say how we are feeling at any given moment, mostly all positive and insightful.
Thanks again, Dave.
Welcome, Tex.
When @Jazzer created this thread I liked it instantly. There are many aspects when dealing with tinnitus, many of them extremely difficult, as we all know. This thread is a place to come and reflect and say how we are feeling at any given moment, mostly all positive and insightful.
Thanks again, Dave.
Often poignant,
Sometimes sad
Sometimes cheeky
Sometimes glad,
- a bit like life I suppose really,
but everybody's welcome.
Welcome Tex
I understand what you are saying, but unfortunately some people are in pain mentally and physically, suffering 24/7, hanging on by the tiniest of threads.
Not everybody is built to cope with this hell we face on a daily basis, unfortunately all haven't got the iron will to battle through this and come out the other end. I agree that people do need to start to help themselves and even though I hate to say it, misery loves company. That being said, not everybody has a support system to help them through this, when depression and anxiety hits, it's a hard road to navigate and it can take time to get your life back on somewhat of a normal "track" if at all. I know I'm still struggling but I still try to get by day by day.
Not trying to start any type of argument at all, just trying to make you see maybe the other side of why people can't come through this as quick as others and most heartbreaking is some don't make it at all.
Anyway look forward to your posts my man
Two evocative photos from the lens of Dorothea Lange, who was commissioned by the US Department for Agriculture and Fisheries, to cover the plight of the Itinerant labourers of the Dust Bowl period.
This one, a picture of a young girl with daydreams on her mind:
- and then a comparatively sad picture of an apparently disturbed young girl, troubled by the claustrophobic attentions of her worried mother.
Dorothea Lange was a national treasure whose pictures of a distressing time can touch us still.
Her most famous photo was of an immigrant mother, who had just sold the tyres off of her old car to buy food for her children.
Her photographs inspired her then husband, artist Maynard Dixon, to paint great depictions of
the depression era.
This one, a picture of a young girl with daydreams on her mind:
- and then a comparatively sad picture of an apparently disturbed young girl, troubled by the claustrophobic attentions of her worried mother.
Dorothea Lange was a national treasure whose pictures of a distressing time can touch us still.
Her most famous photo was of an immigrant mother, who had just sold the tyres off of her old car to buy food for her children.
Her photographs inspired her then husband, artist Maynard Dixon, to paint great depictions of
the depression era.
It is Emma, so simple but really striking. It would make a lovely avatar. If I was one to get tattoos, I think this would be a nice tattoo as well.
You had a live band there?
Some 'go ahead' church if you did.
I like this version of 'Stolen Moments.'
At 2m 40s Eddie Lockjaw comes in, full of his usual angry bluster.
A brilliant self taught raving tenor sax player.
One of my favourites.
Great stuff you've quoted up there TC.
Cheers
Dave x
Jazzer
Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis. Sources vary regarding the way in which Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis earned his nickname. Some claim he adopted the moniker at an early recording session while creating titles for his compositions; "Lockjaw" consequently, became not only the name of a tune, but also an important part of his billing.
He was one of the most up-front combative sax players in jazz.
Count Basie devoted an entire album to "Jaws" which his nickname was eventually shortened to.
"Atomic Mr Basie" was the counts top seller, and 'Jaws' took all of the solos.
As you look around the jazz landscape you come to recognise what their specialities are.
'Jaws' or 'Lock' as he was also known, was the most muscular of them all.
Died at age 64, from a smoking related illness.
One of my all time favourites.
Very interesting, Dave, thanks for such a thorough answer. I can see why you admired him so much.
He died far too young, unfortunately.
Just 3 pieces- piano, bass and drums. No brass. It was very effective, there is nothing like live jazz.
It's an Episcopal Church and pretty liberal although there are some conservative members. I grew up in a strict Roman Catholic environment so the Episcopal Church is like Catholic lite. This particular church has a strong music tradition and the music director puts together special events outside of worship service, although Jazz Vespers was obviously a worship service. Anyway, there will be plenty of brass at the Easter service.
I can hear why this version of 'StolenMoments is one of your favorites. I also read your post about how Eddie got his name. If it wasn't for you, Jazzer, I would have never heard about Eddie Lockjaw and his genius as a sax player.
Heading off to bed now, but will definitely listen to the Count in the morning. I just love how these guys all have nicknames.
Thanks!
TC
emmalee, TuxedoCat, Jcb, Jazzer, Tex, me Daniel... anybody.
This is the place to let it flow... where poets, artists, and lovers meet.
As Dave Jazzer said, how surreal, how strange to feel love and find strength from people you have never seen, touched, or heard... but the feeling is genuine.
By the way I'm bald, dark, and drop dead handsome.... please laugh...
I am glad you are all here, and the poetry, and musical references make me happy. They just made a movie from a James Baldwin book I read decades ago... it really is a funny old world... but suffering ain't no joke.
I hope we all have a few moments free of this crap in our heads... wouldn't that be nice. Well... bye for now... lots of love from the Laos, where bohemian artists find themselves stranded, but that's cool... it's cheap, love
This is the place to let it flow... where poets, artists, and lovers meet.
As Dave Jazzer said, how surreal, how strange to feel love and find strength from people you have never seen, touched, or heard... but the feeling is genuine.
By the way I'm bald, dark, and drop dead handsome.... please laugh...
I am glad you are all here, and the poetry, and musical references make me happy. They just made a movie from a James Baldwin book I read decades ago... it really is a funny old world... but suffering ain't no joke.
I hope we all have a few moments free of this crap in our heads... wouldn't that be nice. Well... bye for now... lots of love from the Laos, where bohemian artists find themselves stranded, but that's cool... it's cheap, love
'Tinnitus Truths'
Rules of engagement.
We've heard a bit about disciplinary measures here on Tinnitus Talk lately so I thought I ought to explain ours.
This place was designed to be a friendly part of the world.
Just look around - we've got all the best people on here - a small but select bunch.
Anybody who is anybody eventually gravitates here.
We tend to show messages of encouragement, mottos, homespun philosophy, cartoons, photos, artwork, poetry, etc....
It's all pretty benign, and we discourage arguments on here.
Aggression is strictly frowned upon, and if anybody breaks this rule, the remedy is quite straightforward.
I simply take them outside and kick their teeth in - as politely as I know how.
Nobody gets banned, but they may need a couple of trips to the dentist.
(At 76 years of age? Who am I kidding?)
Keep visiting folks - and keep contributing.
Dave x
Jazzer
Rules of engagement.
We've heard a bit about disciplinary measures here on Tinnitus Talk lately so I thought I ought to explain ours.
This place was designed to be a friendly part of the world.
Just look around - we've got all the best people on here - a small but select bunch.
Anybody who is anybody eventually gravitates here.
We tend to show messages of encouragement, mottos, homespun philosophy, cartoons, photos, artwork, poetry, etc....
It's all pretty benign, and we discourage arguments on here.
Aggression is strictly frowned upon, and if anybody breaks this rule, the remedy is quite straightforward.
I simply take them outside and kick their teeth in - as politely as I know how.
Nobody gets banned, but they may need a couple of trips to the dentist.
(At 76 years of age? Who am I kidding?)
Keep visiting folks - and keep contributing.
Dave x
Jazzer
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Good morning, Daniel. I agree with you, this is the place to let it flow. Poets (I love poetry), artists (there are many among us), lovers, of course.
I just knew you were drop dead handsome!
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