December 2008 « Acts of Faith In Love & Life

More Celebrations

I forgot to include an oldie (circa 1996) but goodie from the UK group St. Etienne, “I Was Born on Christmas Day”, featuring the ethereal vocals of Sarah Cracknell. Today is the 3rd principle of Kwanzaa: Ujima – Collective Work and Responsibility The goal is to build and maintain a community. This is where [...]

More Holiday Music

Denyce Graves – Ave Maria (Caccini) Patti Labelle – The Lord’s Prayer with a nice intro Jessye Norman – Amazing Grace

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Let today be a time you can share with your family by biology or choice and be warm, safe and loved. Know that millions across the world are collectively sending out good thoughts today. Somebody loves you!! Bruce Springsteen & E. Street Band Luther Vandross & Chaka [...]

Was the Warren Pick An Effort at Neutralizing Gay Animus From Religious Zealots?

I’m wondering if Obama is just a mere politician pandering to those that voted for him and triangulating support – or if he really is pulling Ninja stealth moves and we’re really slow on the uptake? Is he giving oxygen to haters or sucking out poison from a snake? The pick of Rick Warren [...]

A California Carol for Our Gov

T’was the day before Xmas and all through the state, disgruntled citizens are sharpening their stakes. Is that Morgan Freeman I hear or a really good impersonator? Yup, it’s him. I am so relieved to know I’m not *crazy* about my outrage over the Governator’s failure to lead. He tried blatant right-wing tactics when [...]

Before Dancing, There Was Circus With the Stars!

Yet again I want to nominate YouTube as one of the greatest modern conveniences of the Internet and thank people for their participation. I sorta remember this show. I now realize there was “reality” tv before it became the scourge of the industry. Episode with Emma Samms – hosted by Downtown Julie Brown (the coolest [...]

Inauguration Countdown 29 Days or Bust!

Well we know some of the participants may not be everyone’s cup of tea and the activities planned may not be as exciting as other Inaugurations for some, there are plenty of people who are looking forward to having a cause for celebration. I am so looking forward to the words: “Your Next President [...]

Will Smith on Letterman

This interview was so funny (the 2nd half was the best part). I like the insight into Will Smith’s family life and career. How much was improv and how much did they discuss pre-interview? It’s nice to see such a positive exchange. No hints about the movie because it will give away the plot – [...]

Some of the Best Covers Ever

Jeff Buckley – Hallelujah Eva Cassidy – Over the Rainbow

Cowboy Junkies – Sweet Jane The Sundays – Wild Horses

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Letterman Top 10 Least Favorite Holiday Songs

This Letterman episode was funny. The Will Smith interview was hilarious!

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