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Review of Frida (2002), a Movie About Mexican Painter Frida Kahlo
Yes, Treathyl, her work is associated with Surrealism. Like Dalí, she invented her own brand of Surrealism, with a strong naïve/primitive bent. It's amazing how talented she was, considering she didn't have much of an art education. But then ...
Mira, on 04/28/2014
Is Tea Healthy for You? Know the Amount of Caffeine in Tea
Good to see Frank's comment, too. How interesting that his blood pressure went up after giving up tea. Good to know :)
Mira, on 04/28/2014
Is Tea Healthy for You? Know the Amount of Caffeine in Tea
I love those tea tins :):) Great choices to showcase. And good info on the amount of caffeine in tea.
Mira, on 04/28/2014
Review of Frida (2002), a Movie About Mexican Painter Frida Kahlo
Yes, Salma Hayek does look a lot like Frida Kahlo. But she also acted the part :)
I didn't know Madonna was such a fan of Frida Kahlo. It would have been interesting to see her play this role. I have no idea what it could have been like. I ...
Mira, on 04/28/2014
Review of Frida (2002), a Movie About Mexican Painter Frida Kahlo
Frieda Carlo's incredible art reflects her real life physical and emotional pain. Each artist is unique but her work always reminded me of Salvador Dali. With respect to Salma Hayek, she often does not get parts where she can manifest her true ...
cmoneyspinner, on 04/28/2014
Review of Frida (2002), a Movie About Mexican Painter Frida Kahlo
Mira, You've nicely reviewed this movie, which I have already seen. I've oftentimes found Frida's words -- “I hope the exit is joyful – and I hope never to return.” -- poignant and compelling. Her artistry is so distinctive and exudes heartfelt ...
DerdriuMarriner, on 04/28/2014
Wind Sown Trees: Black Locust, Eastern Red Cedar, and Silk Tree
Mira, Your appreciation of nature is greatly appreciated. :-)
All three of these trees are beautiful, so I am happy to share them. I love the aesthetics and wisdom with which they placed themselves in my yard.
Best wishes in locating black ...
DerdriuMarriner, on 04/28/2014
The Semi-Mythical Maelgwn Gwynedd Pt 3
So that explains things: my right hand never itches!
It is correct that no religion is comes completely new into the world, it always borrows from its predecessors. It is no coincidence that the cultus of Mary, to which you allude, developed at ...
frankbeswick, on 04/28/2014
Wind Sown Trees: Black Locust, Eastern Red Cedar, and Silk Tree
I've never noticed black locust around here, but I will look for it. Its flowers are rather pretty! I know albizzia (great to know the details on its name, with the single and double z), but didn't know it was called silk tree as well. Also ...
Mira, on 04/28/2014
Review of Frida (2002), a Movie About Mexican Painter Frida Kahlo
So you watched this movie, too :). Yes, Salma Hayek is marvelous, isn't she? Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts!
Mira, on 04/28/2014
The Semi-Mythical Maelgwn Gwynedd Pt 3
Powys is a different kettle of fish though. It seems reasonably well documented that Vortigern (whatever his real name is, as that's a title) was Pagan. That's why St Germanus went after him during his first Anti Pelagianism Tour of Britain. ...
JoHarrington, on 04/28/2014
The Semi-Mythical Maelgwn Gwynedd Pt 3
I am not sure that the Saxons reinstated paganism, as it never went away. Early Christianity was an urban phenomenon. The country dwellers remained with the old gods. The Latin for country dweller was paganus [feminine pagana] hence pagans were ...
frankbeswick, on 04/28/2014
The Semi-Mythical Maelgwn Gwynedd Pt 3
Frank - I'm glad that my theory holds credence for you. I have got loads of research in progress to finally finish this series, that will highlight all we know for certain (and the direct legends) regarding Maelgwn's possible Paganism. It's by ...
JoHarrington, on 04/28/2014
The Semi-Mythical Maelgwn Gwynedd Pt 3
Ember - Yes, you're interpreting the saintly tales as I did! To my mind, it demonstrates how powerful Maelgwn was by now, that he's the one chosen to feature in all of these stories. Ripple effect ftw!
Gildas is sooo passive-aggressive. He ...
JoHarrington, on 04/28/2014
Winning Tactics for Settlers of Catan
Well I hope to be an inspiration now. Leave aside all work, housework and finance balancing and devote your time to playing Catan. It has life skills! Once you've mastered it, you'll know EXACTLY how to collect wheat, rock, wool and clay, and ...
JoHarrington, on 04/28/2014