I’m a Gemini, a freethinker, fiercely independent, self-sufficient, and self-reliant. Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd is a song that resonates with me, especially the line, “And this bird you cannot change.” My freedom means far more to me than great wealth and success, which usually corrupt people and tie them down.
Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd
If I leave here tomorrow Would you still remember me? For I must be traveling on now ‘Cause there’s too many places I’ve got to see
But, if I stay here with you, girl Things just couldn’t be the same ‘Cause, I’m as free as a bird now And this bird you cannot change, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
And the bird you cannot change And this bird you cannot change Lord knows I can’t change
Bye-bye, baby, it’s been a sweet love, yeah, yeah Though this feeling I can’t change But, please, don’t take it so badly ‘Cause Lord knows I’m to blame
But, if I stay here with you, girl Things just couldn’t be the same ‘Cause, I’m as free as a bird now And this bird you’ll never change, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
And the bird you cannot change And this bird you cannot change Lord knows I can’t change Lord, help me, I can’t change
Lord, I can’t change Won’t you fly high, free bird, yeah
Songwriters: Allen Collins, Ron Van Zant. For non-commercial use only.
from Musixmatch.
[Please note that I will mainly be posting on Mondays and Wednesdays through the summer.]
Have a blessed day!
~
Dawn Pisturino
May 31, 2023
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When the pilot for Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In premiered on TV on September 9, 1967, the Vietnam War raged in full gear, the Civil Rights Movement continued to explode, and the country was split by conflict and political divide. A forerunner of Saturday Night Live, Laugh-In used provocative satire and humor to comment on current affairs. The show featured well-known actors and actresses like Henry Gibson, Lily Tomlin, Goldie Hawn, Ruth Buzzi, Arte Johnson, and Richard Dawson. Sets used bright colors and mod art, reflecting the hippie culture of the time. Popular slang, like “Sock it to Me,” peppered the show. Strange characters, bold costumes, and mind-blowing music enthralled the audience so the show emerged again as a series on January 22, 1968, and ran until May 14, 1973.
There were no social media then and people frowned at curse words. Laugh-In compensated by inventing the Flying Fickle Finger of Fate award. Every week the hosts, Rowan and Martin, awarded some entity this award, which was the equivalent of giving the finger to unpopular governments, public officials, organizations, celebrities, and corporations. The first award was given on September 16, 1968. Over the years, winners included the Pentagon, the U.S. Congress, and the National Security Agency.
(Rowan and Martin awarding the Flying Fickle Finger of Fate to Soviet Russia.)
Dawn Pisturino
March 27, 2023
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If there’s one song that best captures the hopes and dreams of the 1960s, it’s the medley, “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In,” from the Broadway musical, Hair (1967). The 5th Dimension, who compiled the medley, really rocked it. I still want to get up and dance to the music. But, whatever happened to the Age of Aquarius?
Lyrics:
When the moon is in the seventh house And Jupiter aligns with Mars Then peace will guide the planets And love will steer the stars
This is the dawning of the age of Aquarius Age of Aquarius Aquarius! Aquarius!
Harmony and understanding Sympathy and trust abounding No more falsehoods or derisions Golden living dreams of visions Mystic crystal revelation And the mind’s true liberation Aquarius! Aquarius!
When the moon is in the seventh house And Jupiter aligns with mars Then peace will guide the planets And love will steer the stars
This is the dawning of the age of Aquarius Age of Aquarius Aquarius! Aquarius! Aquarius! Aquarius!
Alright, everybody C’mon now, we gon’ use other words for this song Let the sun shine Let the sunshine in C’mon, sing along with it
Let the sun shine Let the sunshine in The sunshine in (you’ve got to feel it) Let the sun shine (you’ve got to feel it) Let the sunshine in (ahh, open up your heart) The sunshine in (and let it shine on in) Let the sun shine Let the sunshine in The sunshine in Let the sun shine Let the sunshine in The sunshine in
Songwriters: Rado James, Mac Dermot Arthur Terence Galt, Ragni Gerome. For non-commercial use only.
Astrologically, nobody really knows when the Age of Aquarius is supposed to begin or if it already did. If you go by these lyrics, it began with the Hippie/New Age Movement of the 1960s and 1970s. But some people believe it began in the 1800s with the Industrial Revolution. Others believe it happened with 12/12/12 and the Mayan prophecy of spiritual realignment. Still others believe it arrived with the COVID-19 pandemic and officially established itself in February 2021. I saw one theory where Jesus and the Apostles were the beginning of the Age of Aquarius. Another one promoted Valentine’s Day 2009 as the beginning. So, who knows? One thing is certain – the lyrics do not accurately reflect its beginning, according to astrologer Neil Spencer, because “Jupiter aligns with Mars several times a year, and the Moon is in the 7th House for 2 hours everyday.”
According to New Age adherents, the Age of Aquarius can be identified by certain hallmarks:
A rapidly-changing society, dependent on technological innovation and intuitive creativity;
Increased self-awareness and self-realization, empowerment, positive thinking, personal responsibility, and intuitive guidance;
The body-mind-spirit connection will resonate at a higher vibration than ever before in the history of the human race.
Some people see two paths emerging: the path of totalitarianism and enslavement by powerful elites; and the path of liberation and spiritual evolution by the masses.
In the meantime, while we wait for our astrological guides to enlighten us, we can work on these qualities as individuals and gain more control over our own lives and our own mental, physical, and spiritual development through mindfulness, yoga, spiritual practices like prayer and meditation, healthful nutrition, exercise, and kindness.
Dawn Pisturino
May 16, 2022
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As the sun grows brighter and the days grow longer, I plan to spend more time outdoors. So, I will only be blogging Monday through Friday. I’m taking weekends off!
I will still be responding to comments and visiting people’s blogs. The extra time also allows me to work on my own writing projects, which I have been neglecting. Time to get back to work!
Here’s The Beatles singing “Here Comes the Sun” from my favorite album, Abbey Road. Enjoy!
(Official Beatles video from Universal Music Group)
Spring is coming!
And, Happy President’s Day!
Dawn Pisturino
February 21, 2022
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George Harrison, guitarist and songwriter for The Beatles, died of cancer in Beverly Hills, California on November 29, 2001. He was only 58 years old.
(George Harrison sings “My Sweet Lord.”)
Tribute to George Harrison: Billy Preston sings “My Sweet Lord” with Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, George’s son Dhani, and other Rock-n-Roll notables.
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