Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Because if I Wanted, I Could Sleep at Night, in Peace (Awesome Repost #13)

Even as I view this picture, it moves me. Taken from the awesome Tumblr blog (or Tumblog, for those of you big on proper terminology) of Joshua Bennett, self proclaimed Square Dancing with Giants.  I am hoping that most of you know what's going on in the world today.  If not, look up these places in 2011, and become aware.  Then pray that we are all liberated one day.





At night, I lie in my comfortable bed, head resting gently against my soft pillow, and try to sleep.  My mind is in Tripoli and Cairo, and in the streets of Yemen and Tunisia.  Where there is no rest.  Because for far too many souls, there is still no peace.  Let's strive to free this world from painful oppression and senseless suffering.

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

Time for a Change

I've been looking at the blog for most of the afternoon, and have decided to shake things up a little bit.  I'm going to redesign the look of "Rare View Me", plus come up with some new ideas to take this blog to the next level.  I am so grateful to those of you who continuously support me and read my thoughts.  You truly are a rare breed.  Much love.

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

It's Moments Like This, When You Feel Life's Purpose

I had been cruising the blogosphere for the last few moments when I come across this inspirational post.  Had to share it.  I've been fortunate enough to come into contact with and correspond with some of the most remarkable people.  And Hasan Malik is certainly one of them.  A talented poet, engaging writing, and unique personality,  reading his blog makes me happy my soul itches (for those of you not up on that, check out the blog).

But this post that I read reaffirmed in my mind that we're all here for a purpose, and I enjoy hearing of those lucky enough to have those moments when purpose becomes fulfilled.  Enjoy.

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

And the Award Goes To.....

Me?  Honestly?.....I don't know what to say....was I the only person in consideration, or something?

But seriously, this post is more than a week overdue.  I'd like to thank my favorite Rainy Day Wanderer, the Words Crafter.  I want her to know that I greatly appreciate this award.

And so, continuing in the spirit, I present you with this post.


The rules:
Link back to the person who gave it to you.
Give 7 facts about yourself.
Award 15 great bloggers you've recently discovered.
Contact them and tell them about the award

So the link above links back to the Words Crafter.

Seven facts about myself.  Here goes:

1.  I am both incredibly shy and incredibly outgoing.  Seems like it's up to them when they decide to manifest.
2.  I've never had a driver's license (driven far too many times....I won't tell if you won't...lol)
3.  I have 16 stitches, all received before I turned 7 years old.
4.  I am a hopeless romantic, but also seem hopelessly bad in relationships
5.  My favorite color is blue.
6.  When I was younger, I wanted to be a football player (then I got tackled...lol)
7.  Sometimes, I go outside at night, just to stare up at the sky.  Beautiful, isn't it?!

And now to award 15 great bloggers I've recently discovered.  How recent is recent?  Lol.  Here goes:  Let me begin by saying I wish I could give more awards.  But in honor of the rules, I've narrowed my list down to just 15.  I love each of these blogs for different reasons, but one thing they all have in common is the ability to make readers want to come back for more.  The blogosphere would but much more drab if it weren't for these 15.


Neil Pasricha     1000 Awesome Things
Christina            Soul Aperture
Dan Pearce       Single Dad Laughing
Amy Gabriel      Words with sass
Autumn             Voice of Autumn
Hasan Malik      My Soul Itches
Hannah Kincade  Musings of a Palindrome
Erica                 My Little Underground
Dawn Okoro      Life of an Artist
Sharon               It's Random, But Relevant - To Me
NancyLove        Something to Begin With
Roni Loren        Fiction Groupie
Hope Clark        C. Hope Clark
Cruella Collett    The Giraffability of Digressions
Tundiel              Princess of Procrastination

And there we have it.  15 great blogs from 15 incredible people.  Definitely check them out (you'll probably be following soon).

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet