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The Backstory of “The Laughing Heart” Post
It all started with this animation/short film by Bradley Bell: [youtube]nEbIuDuW7l8[/youtube] In which he interpreted “The Laughing Heart”, a poem written by Charles Bukowski, and spoken by Tom Waits. This should have been an easy cut-and-paste video/text post on my Tumblr, where I usually store quick-strike things of interest and inspirational value. But part of…
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The Mayo Jar
Just want to share this story ((I did some research online and it seems that the story has a version with 2 cups of coffee as well instead of beer.)) emailed to me by Peter ((If you need some home improvements done and live in the Bay Area, Peter can handle them. Check out his…
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Jackie Robinson Steals Home
Jackie Robinson Steals Home, originally uploaded by stechico. One of the primary reasons why I’ve grown to love the Dodgers. Baseball World Series Subway Series: Brooklyn Dodger Jackie Robinson charging wildy fr. 3rd base as unwary NY Yankee catcher Yogi Berra squats behind Dodger batter during Jackie’s steal of home plate in the 8th inning…
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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
On December 10, 1948 the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights the full text of which appears here. Following this historic act the Assembly called upon all Member countries to publicize the text of the Declaration and “to cause it to be disseminated, displayed, read and…
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Inspiration – Nikki Jean, The Cool
Want inspiration? Check this personal video from Nikki Jean hearing her dreams come true. Now that’s Real. [youtube]GVI9oPzmWH4[/youtube] Update Here’s how Nikki Jean met Lupe (as posted on her Youtube vlog 2008-10-17).