Looking for the Bright Side

(This post is being made from somebody else's computer.....)

I only mentioned where I am writing this, because it's relevant to the post.  About 3 hours ago, my computer crashed.  It wasn't one of those normal, power-flickers-off-and-then-jumps-back-on, subtle kind of crashes either.  It was a "holy shit, is it supposed to make that noise?  and why won't it come back on?" type crash.  I surprised myself with how calm I remained.  I decided I'd calmly check out the inside of the computer and make sure nothing was wrong.  Big mistake.  Immediately I noticed what was wrong.  Let's just say that video cards aren't supposed to go in like THAT!!!  So then I was worried that I'd managed to fry my sole soure of sanity and connection to the outside world.  (Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration, but only slightly)  The point is, after 2 hours of frustrated hunting with a flashlight, unplugging and replugging and unscrewing and rescrewing, I finally gave up.  But surprisingly, I still wasn't upset.  I released a gentle sigh, and thought about all of the good that has come from my computer.  I remembered all of the hours writing, watching movies, listening to great music, surfing the web, and just generally getting away.  After that, I couldn't feel bad.  Besides, now I have a reasonable excuse to get a new one!!

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

This Should Make You Reflect (Awesome Repost #12)

I'd like to thank Amir Sulaiman for continuously presenting things that make my mind delight with wonder. This video was filmed in the Redwood forests of Humboldt County, in northern California.


Growing is Forever from Jesse Rosten on Vimeo.

"...it is not easy to grow so much, for so long..."

I focused in on this line, because it, like much of the video, paralleled the growth of mankind.  We could still learn a lot from the natural world around us.  There is a resiliency in growth, that often takes more patience than most people are willing to put in.  Some trees take decades to reach their maximum height, and others even longer.  It discourages me that many people, myself included, are resistant when it comes to giving a minimal amount of time and effort that will add up to maximum growth in the long run.

"...it was very quiet, all the time, because the trees needed to focus on their lives..."

I was really affected by these words.  As a constant and, at times, very loud complainer, I took from this that sometimes in order to grow, I could use a "just shut up" moment.  Stop complaining so much.  Stop getting so caught up in everything negative, and positively focus on my life.  Mankind should take note of this as well.  Growth takes being silent and focusing, two things that we are historically notorious for neglecting.  200, 000 years in existence, and modern man still hasn't grown beyond war, violence, discrimination, and hate.  Sounds like a bit more growth must take place.

"....growing is forever, they whisper."

So very true indeed.  May we continue to try to grow, into better people, living better lives, in a better world.

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

Because We Could All Use The Extra Love (Awesome Repost #11)

(Must say that I am upset that YouTube no longer offers the color choice when embedding...those blue borders matched my blog perfectly...lol...but oh, well...)

This little bit of awesomeness is courtesy of SusuanaLoves You :) (one of my favorite blogs).



Lucy & the Cloud Parade --- Love Yourself

As the song says, "be who you'll be....no need to change...love, love yourself..."

I think this is something that most people find hard to do. We are all so stuck on the physical. And we all seek others to validate us. But I believe it is important to first start with self-love. Understanding that you are beautiful, simply because you are, is the first step to accepting love and reciprocating love. So right now, walk in front of the largest mirror you can find, smile at that beautiful reflection, and yell as loud as you can, "I love me!!!"

Didn't that feel good?!....much love from me to all those people who love themselves. Continue to be your most beautiful you.

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

Rare Groove, Jan. 22, 2011

Maiysha --- Sledgehammer

Although I think some songs get covered far too often (this is not one of them, but it's close), I have fallen in love with Maiysha's voice. Looking forward to getting her next album.  And no offense to Peter Gabriel, because I really like the original, but she does add a certain flair that I doubt he could create.

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet

Just to Say Thanks

Good evening, world!!!

As I briefly mentioned, my computer has been having some technical difficulties, which I have spent the entire day correcting.  I definitely missed posting today, but hopefully all will be fixed in the next few hours.  Looking forward to some more great posts.

As always, I am extremely grateful to all of you, who take time out of your busy schedules to enter into my world.  You make all of this possible and relevant.  I'd just like to say thanks.

Much love!

Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet