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Made My Mind Up

2009-10-18T01:51:00.000-07:00

I have had to make a descision about my blogs, and the time I am spending on them. I am writing a novel and it is growing daily, it has become something very real in my life. I am therefore going to no longer run this blog .
Thanks for all your support and comments and please follow me at New Scribbles my coffee break blog, my Author blog where I write about my journey as a writer and A Poet's Word my poetry on display.

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Art on Show

2009-05-24T01:34:00.000-07:00

Arthur Chartow has an incredible selection gallery of landscape works. "It's not a matter of painting the place as it is; I try to paint the feeling of being in that place. I use the landscape as a way to try to paint the feeling of being." (words of artist).

Chernobyl Child Artists
This is a website dedicated to the children's work, the gallery is full of talent. There is a lot of emotion in their work.

Kids With Talent :Part II

2009-05-19T00:23:00.000-07:00

Faryl Smith is a talented teen, her voice is that of a trained opera singer.

This young man say's he has been bullied all his singing life. He is targeted for the style of singing he performs, but he carries on regardless. Courageous and talented.
Introducing Andrew Johnston:

Susan Boyle~Cry Me A River

2009-05-16T07:36:00.000-07:00

Hi just to say this blog is still active, I have been busy setting up

A Poet's Word and Author Blog: Glynis Smy
If you need a photograph for an article you can go to the other blog I have set up called, Free Photograph Catalogue Blog. All photographs are free for commercial or private use.

Enjoy this from the Scottish 'star' from Britain's Got Talent.

Susan Boyle sings Cry Me A River

Kids With Talent: Art, Music and Science

2009-04-12T04:34:00.000-07:00

A schoolboy from Russia's southern Krasnodar Region has rocked the world of science with his findings in astronomy. Andrey Khlopin is 12 (2009). It was a meteorite falling near his village in the Krasnodar Region that captured the imagination of the then four-year-old Andrey and he's been hooked on astronomy ever since.

At the age of nine the child prodigy disproved a 150-year-old theory that explained the creation of the asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

This young man can certainly paint watch him paint and then see the picture in his gallery.

Gallery of Joshua Johnson

John Wright ~ Artist

2009-03-25T09:38:00.000-07:00

John Wright paints a variety of subjects in pastels, acrylics and watercolour. Through the medium of his art, he tries to express the particular mood or feeling that these subjects evoke. He also paints coastal areas in the UK, such as,Whitby and the Robin Hood's Bay area of the North Yorkshire coast.

View Gallery

His work has been exhibited at several venues in Nottingham including Patchings Farm Art Centre, The Lace Market Theatre, View from the Top Gallery and local libraries.

New Book Blogger for Book Writers

2009-03-21T05:22:00.000-07:00

For writers who are seeking to get their book noticed, there is a blog called

NEW BOOK BLOGGER
All contact details are in left handside of the blog's sidebar, for free of charge advertising.

The Work of Award Winning Photographer David McLean

2009-03-08T03:44:00.000-07:00

Showcasing the work of David McLean an award winning photographer who specialises in the landscapes, seascapes, nature, heritage and sporting activities of Ireland.

David McLean has had images selected for inclusion in several calenders, The RTE Weather Photo Calender for 2007 and 2008 and the Meath Heritage/OPW Tourism Calender 2008.

This talented Photographer was on show at the Peoples photography Dublin Exhibition at St. Stephens Green in Dublin in August 2007
He won the overall Meath Heritage photographer of the year in 2008 and will be featured in the 2009 calender.

He has also had highly commended entries in national competitions run by the IPF.
DMC Photography has a well stocked gallery of photographs, it has a large selection of photographs related to the beautiful country of Ireland.

The Work of Visually Impaired and Blind Artists

2009-03-04T00:40:00.000-08:00

From the Voice of the Village, Jazz
(ink on paper)

A Brief History of NEBA

National Exhibits by Blind Artists, Inc. (NEBA), is a Philadelphia-based, nonprofit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to showcasing the work of artists who are blind or visually impaired.

National Exhibits by Blind Artists was founded in Philadelphia in the belief that talented blind artists deserve the same recognition as writers, musicians and other sighted artists. The primary objectives are to educate the public with the quality of work by blind artists and to create a demand in the professional field of art, furthering the careers of blind artists and making them part of the mainstream of life.

The Art of Bill M Tracer

2009-02-24T12:19:00.000-08:00

Bill M Tracer produces computer generated art, a few Science Fiction and Abstract pieces are showcased on Tidbit City. See the rest of his collection

FRACTAL ART

2009-02-21T07:16:00.000-08:00

Bren Parks has a new collection of Fractal Art Images for Viewing and Tidbit City is happy to showcase just two from the large collection

The Fascinating Art of Beekeeping

2009-02-17T07:41:00.000-08:00

Two great reasons to keep bees: the honey is awesome (both in taste and in fighting allergies); and the bee population is decreasing, posing a threat to plants that need pollination.

It is also a terrific educational experience for the whole family. Read complete article

Love Sonnet XVII ~Pablo Neruda

2009-02-13T04:42:00.000-08:00

Pablo Neruda Born 1904 was the pen name and, later, legal name of the Chilean writer and politician Neftalí Ricardo Reyes Basoalto.

With his works translated into many languages, Pablo Neruda is considered one of the greatest and most influential poets of the 20th century. Neruda was accomplished in a variety of styles ranging from erotically charged love poems like his collection.

I do not love you as if you were salt-rose or topaz,
or the arrow of carnations the fire shoots off.
I love you as certain things are to be loved,
in secret, between the shadow and the soul.

I love you as the plant that never blooms,
but carries in itself the light of hidden flowers.
Thanks to your love a certain fragrance,
risen darkly from the earth, lives darkly in my body.

I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where,
I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride,
so I love you because I know no other way than this:
where "I" does not exist, nor "you,"
So close that your hand on my chest is my hand,
So close that your eyes close and I fall asleep.

-Pablo Neruda

The Poetry of Maya Angelou

2009-02-10T06:42:00.000-08:00

Dr. Maya Angelou is a remarkable Renaissance woman who is hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature. As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, producer and director, she continues to travel the world, spreading her legendary wisdom. Within the rhythm of her poetry and elegance of her prose lies Angelou's unique power to help readers of every orientation span the lines of race and Angelou captivates audiences through the vigor and sheer beauty of her words and lyrics. (Taken from her website)

Maya Angelou recited her poem On The Pulse of Morning in 1993 at the inauguration of President Clinton.

Phenomenal Woman by Maya Angelou

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I'm telling lies.
I say,
It's in the reach of my arms
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It's the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can't touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them
They say they still can't see.
I say,
It's in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I'm a woman

Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Now you understand
Just why my head's not bowed.
I don't shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It's in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need of my care,
'Cause I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Collection of Works
An incredible woman

The Biltmore Estate, North Carolina

2009-02-07T07:18:00.000-08:00

The Biltmore Estate, George Vanderbilt's summer home in Asheville, North Carolina, includes thousands of acres of beautiful property and gardens in addition to the ever popular mansion.

The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, is the largest private residence in the United States and is also one of the most popular houses to visit, with over one million visitors anually.

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The Music of Richard Jax

2009-02-03T21:24:00.001-08:00

Rich Jax (aka “Fegger”) began writing poetry at eleven years of age. He was first published in a significant New England magazine at age 13 (he lied about his age and credentials as he desired to be taken seriously in the eyes of the learned) for a poem entitled, “The Ocean Walk”. At age 17 he purchased his first guitar because he heard sounds emanating from much of the verse that he was writing and wanted to explore this further. Within the two years that followed he was playing in small venues and insisted on only playing his own songs; he has never played a cover tune in public forum in his life. He created a modest following here, while in college, and had been featured in two television programs that highlighted his works of that time; as well as receiving gratuitous airplay from a local radio station for two satirical “novelty” songs he had written about local topic. He subsidized a portion of his college expense by custom writing songs for weddings (and performing them), as well as composing dozens of songs for other local artists and bands. For this latter task he accepted no money and was only compensated by the recognition. He graduated from college with degrees in Sociology and English Composition. Since that time he has been modestly reclusive, accumulating volumes of songs, poems, and stories. He, on occasion, would venture into an open-mic opportunity or a coffee-house production with the sole intent of receiving some manner of feedback for his work. On two such events, he was singled-out and asked to perform a small venue concert featuring only him. He agreed, with the stipulation that the attendance be limited to 200 persons, or less. At each event, he played for a solid 3 ½ hours, never taking a break. Rather than planning songs to play, he simply made a list of the titles of all his songs, distributed copies to all, and had the audience make requests--unknowing as to the emotional direction that the requests would take him or them. The concerts were wildly heralded. He returned to seclusion again until recently, when he explored the audience of the internet; and hoped once again to find acceptance and appreciation for his work.

The Music of Richard Jax

The Most Memorable Photographs of All Time

2009-02-01T06:34:00.001-08:00

Most Memorable Photographs of All Time by L I Arizona

In the Warsaw Ghetto a frightened, young boy raises his arms, as a German soldier points a gun.

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Nurses at the Front WWI

2009-01-31T05:41:00.000-08:00

THE SISTERS BURIED AT LEMNOS by VERA BRITTAIN

O Golden Isle set in the deep blue Ocean, With purple shadows flitting o'er thy crest, I kneel to thee in reverent devotion Of some who on thy bosom lie at rest!

Seldom they enter into song or story; Poets praise the soldier's might and deeds of War, But few exalt the Sisters, and the glory Of women dead beneath a distant star.

No armies threatened in that lonely station, They fought not fire or steel or ruthless foe, But heat and hunger, sickness and privation, And Winter's deathly chill and blinding snow.

Till mortal frailty could endure no longer Disease's ravages and climate's power, In body weak, but spirit ever stronger, Courageously they stayed to meet their hour.

No blazing tribute through the wide world flying, No rich reward of sacrifice they craved, The only meed of their victorious dying Lives in the heart of humble men they saved.

Who when in light the Final Dawn is breaking, Still faithfull, though the world's regard may cease, Will honour, splendid in triumphant waking, The souls of women, lonely here at peace.

O golden Isle with purple shadows falling Across thy rocky shore and sapphire sea, I shall not picture these without recalling The sisters sleeping on the heart of thee!

(Wikipedia information on Vera Brittain)

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Letters Home

Irish Writer Rask Balavoine Short Stories

2009-01-29T02:02:00.000-08:00

The Irish writer Rask Balavoine entertains with descriptive short stories.

Last Train Out of Mozambique

Ducking rebels, thieves, and malaria in Africa.

Birthday on a Train

A man reaches twenty on a journey across the top end of India in the company of pilgrims.

These are just two of an interesting collection.

Melissa Haslam Art

2009-01-28T02:28:00.000-08:00

The Suspicious Stalk

By painting exotic yet strangely familiar environments, Australian artist Melissa Haslam offers an escape to a romanticized, whimsical and yet slightly dark interpretation of the world. With an emphasis on narrative theme, her paintings are populated by beautiful, forlorn and mischievous women in fairytale-like scenarios

Apparition

Melissa Haslam

There is also a listing of her up and coming displays on the website.

Akiane Child Prodigy

2009-01-27T11:17:00.000-08:00

Akiane
pronounced (Ah kee ah nuh)

An internationally recognized 13-year-old
prodigy, considered the only known child
binary genius, in both realist painting and poetry.

Home Journey painted at the age of 7 yrs

Akiane website
This young woman will take your breath away

The Fantastic Floating Islands of Titicaca

2009-01-27T05:22:00.000-08:00

The Uros people of Lake Titicaca have a unique way of life - they build their own islands, float them on the lake and then proceed to live on them. Here is a glimpse of their world, where their home made "islands" are truly "in the stream".

The Fantastic Floating Islands of Titicaca

An amazing article by RJ Evans a self proclaimed, slightly dotty British chap from the UK.

The Fractal Art of Bren Parks & Ken Keller

2009-01-26T03:42:00.000-08:00

Introducing the Fractal Art of Bren Parks

Fractal Art Videos of Bren Parks

There is a range of videos to view, imploding fractal art images etc.

What is Fractal Art? Ken Keller explains
Fractal art is still in its beginning stages of development as a separate and accepted art form.
Take time to check out Ken's Gallery it is amazing!

The stunning works of Michele Cameron Drew

2009-01-25T02:26:00.000-08:00

Born in 1966 on Boston's North Shore, Michele Cameron Drew, grew up with the influence of a wonderfully cultured English grandmother. She inspired her to study and emulate the classics in all genres of artistic expression.

As well as being British, she is also one-fourth Scottish, French and Native American(Chippewa/Ojibwe). This has given her an interesting mix, it shows in her work, she is an amazing digital artist.

The stunning works of Michele Cameron Drew @ Digital Artisan

Go visit, you won't be disappointed

Eight Seriously Weird Things I Found on the Internet While Taking a Break From Studying

2009-01-24T06:22:00.000-08:00

It's amazing what people will come up with when they have a lot of time on their hands.

Eight Seriously Weird Things I found on the Internet by Lauren Axelrod

Go..check out those heads!

Operation Stargate: US Military Uses Psychic Spies

2009-01-24T00:29:00.000-08:00

Remote viewing is the ability to see, sense and sometimes smell places, people and events which are outside the normal range of the five senses.
The CIA and US Army ran a remote viewing program called "Stargate" and they used psychics for many different operations including trying to locate missing aircraft and specific people. Viewers drew diagrams of military installations and targets and provided some accurate and useful information.

Operation Stargate: US Military Uses Psychic Spies by Louie Jerome

And I Quote: Writers on Writing

2009-01-23T12:12:00.000-08:00

Wikipedia

And I Quote: Writers on Writing by Bren Parks

According to Edward Bylwer-Lyton, “The pen is mightier than the sword.” That is very true. In this first installment of my new “And I Quote” series, you will find really hilarious and deeply insightful quotes about writing and being a writer.

The New President of USA Top Pick of Tidbit City

2009-01-23T09:11:00.000-08:00

1o Must See President Obama Websites by R J Evans

The wait is over and the 44th President of the United States of America has been inaugurated. Here are 10 of the most memorable websites featuring the new POTUS, hopefully something for all tastes.