tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post4747786312772325889..comments2024-03-28T04:25:44.179-05:00Comments on Lone Wolf Concerto: HAWK DESCENDINGJonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-86831012220765717932015-05-31T15:04:22.264-05:002015-05-31T15:04:22.264-05:00Jon,
That hawk is going after your luxurious mane ...Jon,<br />That hawk is going after your luxurious mane of hair. Maybe you should wear a hat when venturing outside into your Tennessee sylvan oasis. The picture you posted of your backyard is gorgeous. That's not "hell" Jon, that is perfection. Bill would love to live where you live. I would too but at this time of my life I need more civilization nearby in case I fall down and can't get up (which happened last February 18th when I feel and tore my quadriceps). I think you're taking a big chance living so far from "civilization" but I understand your desire for peace and tranquility. Just be careful when hauling those litter boxes out in the woods.<br />Ron Ronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161930319264523497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-22020970049372752752015-05-30T14:21:01.008-05:002015-05-30T14:21:01.008-05:00My cats refuse to empty their own litter boxes. Pe...My cats refuse to empty their own litter boxes. Perhaps I could toilet train them.....??Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-84029235631964450432015-05-30T14:18:36.940-05:002015-05-30T14:18:36.940-05:00Myra, when I initially wrote "hoard" I h...Myra, when I initially wrote "hoard" I had a strong feeling it was wrong. After I saw how you spelled it ("horde") I realized my big mistake.<br /><br />Since I'm usually perfect, it isn't easy to deal with (*smile*).Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-4022188198173381982015-05-30T12:24:22.909-05:002015-05-30T12:24:22.909-05:00Sounds like the "long wolf" isn't ex...Sounds like the "long wolf" isn't exactly alone. Lots of other critters to keep you company, whether you want them or not. Certain cat litters are supposedly okay to flush down the commode. I've never used any, but you might want to look into it. It'd beat having to haul the boxes, and it'd DEFINITELY beat having to scrub the mess off the kitchen floor.<br /><br />Love that porch swing. It looks like a terrific place to relax with a good book. (If the hawk and butterflies stay away.)Susan Flett Swiderskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09425315552148200073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-14940271428325164462015-05-30T10:41:15.141-05:002015-05-30T10:41:15.141-05:00Jon, I was so caught up in your narrative, I didn&...Jon, I was so caught up in your narrative, I didn't even realize hoard/horde was misspelled!<br />Goodness, I've inadvertently published more than a few 'uh-oh's' of my own! <br />(I once enjoyed working for a executive who'd apologize for his spelling or grammar, but I'd remind him just to do what HE did best (write speeches) and leave the minutiae to me.) Mevely317https://www.blogger.com/profile/14786988262452989091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-81611158768256334882015-05-29T12:13:43.038-05:002015-05-29T12:13:43.038-05:00I've always liked the music of Vaughn William...I've always liked the music of Vaughn Williams. "Lark Ascending" is one of my favorites, too....<br />and "A Sea Symphony".Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-47650588935171500732015-05-29T12:11:51.912-05:002015-05-29T12:11:51.912-05:00I'm allergic to doctors - - haven't seen o...I'm allergic to doctors - - haven't seen one in decades.<br />I can attest to the fact that even trained musicians often see nothing but random dots when they look at music......Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-91661460878460977352015-05-29T09:59:40.929-05:002015-05-29T09:59:40.929-05:00Hi Jon:
"Lark Ascending" is one of my m...Hi Jon:<br /><br />"Lark Ascending" is one of my most favorite orchestral pieces. I"m a big fan of Ralph Vaughn Williams. :-)<br /><br />Sean R.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-42304810942815637492015-05-29T06:41:31.026-05:002015-05-29T06:41:31.026-05:00See a doctor, says the guy who didn't for 27 y...See a doctor, says the guy who didn't for 27 years (boy did I make up for that this month.) I love music, but never could read it. It is just random dots to my odd brain, I recently discovered that my sweet bear has the same issue with reading music. Similar minds - we have been together a long-long time. Travelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07787024407420088973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-53523303606596342522015-05-27T23:37:30.752-05:002015-05-27T23:37:30.752-05:00I'm glad I brought my piano compositions, but ...I'm glad I brought my piano compositions, but I could kick my ass for not bringing my journals and diaries.<br />Now that I have three cats, I have two litter boxes and they always need cleaning. It really gets tedious. Being at one with nature isn't quite as joyous as I thought it would be.....Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-52610562979814997202015-05-27T23:29:56.825-05:002015-05-27T23:29:56.825-05:00Thank you for providing me with the correct spelli...Thank you for providing me with the correct spelling of "horde". I knew it was wrong when I wrote "hoard". Hey, I'm not as smart as I think.<br />I never thought butterflies were particularly creepy, until recently.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-46521529182999877832015-05-27T23:04:00.813-05:002015-05-27T23:04:00.813-05:00No doubt about it certain chores stink. Litter box...No doubt about it certain chores stink. Litter boxes are heavy. Juggling them to keep from getting doused in urine and poop takes talent. Doing it with a bad back, I can not imagine. And then to be attacked by a hawk and butterflies. My lord you are really ONE with NATURE on that mountain top, aren't you? I am glad you had the wherewithal to throw that pile of your old piano compositions in the car. A treasure, indeed.TARYTERREhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14620999913159718018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-24332609432594843822015-05-27T20:36:09.284-05:002015-05-27T20:36:09.284-05:00Here, I thought your wolves and wasps were threate...Here, I thought your wolves and wasps were threatening! I know people flock to pavilions and the like to witness butterflies, but they've always given me the creeps. Your horde reminds me of the gypsies in old Rome. Nevertheless, a pith helmet and netting might be appropriate. <br /><br />The porch swing looks really lovely!Mevely317https://www.blogger.com/profile/14786988262452989091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-75352740330941827012015-05-27T18:23:53.654-05:002015-05-27T18:23:53.654-05:00You're definitely right about doing exercises ...You're definitely right about doing exercises for the back - they do very often help. Lately I've just been in one of those "I don't give a damn moods".<br />When I was fourteen years old I shot a blackbird, and I felt so remorseful that I cried and vowed I'd never shoot another bird again. I never did........<br />BUT I would definitely consider it if a hawk was in the process of carrying me away.<br /><br />I'm DELIGHTED that you liked my Memorial Day post!!!!! I received so few comments that I thought everyone hated it. It's one of my favorite (literary) efforts. Thanks.<br /><br />If I can EVER get settled (i.e. the process of moving in) and get my back in working order, I'll be okay. Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-11959160721845597602015-05-27T18:12:08.691-05:002015-05-27T18:12:08.691-05:00I've never made videos of my compositions, but...I've never made videos of my compositions, but I do have them on some audio cassettes. I'm not sure what's worse - - the West TX plains or the TN mountains.<br />Of the two evils, I'll take the mountains.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-47812693799655308392015-05-27T17:46:32.577-05:002015-05-27T17:46:32.577-05:00holy crap! I could never live there in the woods!...holy crap! I could never live there in the woods!<br /><br />have you ever made videos of your compositions?<br /><br />and yes, I have listened to "lark ascending"; my classical music station plays it at least once a week.anne marie in phillyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11765140782182605141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-64537150180298998342015-05-27T14:15:56.763-05:002015-05-27T14:15:56.763-05:00Jon, DUDE (as my young family members would say), ...Jon, DUDE (as my young family members would say), get thee to a physician for thy back! And don't worry about the hawk carrying you away; it would just like to kill you and eat your eyes and face and neck (true; you can google it). Or one of your cats if it makes it outdoors. I'm thinking a BB or pellet gun would be a good addition to your arsenal.<br /><br />I was so moved by your Memorial Day post that I couldn't comment. Very well done.<br /><br />I recommend one of those OFF! clip on's to keep bugs away. I don't like spraying myself with pesticide, but sometimes it is necessary. Wait until later in the summer when the midges attack!<br /><br />There are exercises you can find online for your back, if you can't/don't want to see a doc.<br /><br />I still think you should lodge a complaint about your missing items from the moving company.<br /><br />Please share some pix once you get your stuff arranged. Take care. ~~~ NB<br /><br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-24635170592628810532015-05-27T13:59:49.668-05:002015-05-27T13:59:49.668-05:00How incredibly horrible! I'm so sorry to hear ...How incredibly horrible! I'm so sorry to hear that. I always keep my cats indoors, but occasionally they get out. Last night my cat Scruffy managed to escape during a storm and she was outside for nearly two hours.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-2101425054795396842015-05-27T13:50:18.569-05:002015-05-27T13:50:18.569-05:00My little 15-year old, 4 lb. Yorkie disappeared fr...My little 15-year old, 4 lb. Yorkie disappeared from my backyard a couple of months ago. I am pretty sure he was taken by a hawk. There is one, which pays us a visit from time to time. Watch your cats.Pudge450https://www.blogger.com/profile/13096161371562249151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-18740881908807864992015-05-27T12:45:59.129-05:002015-05-27T12:45:59.129-05:00I admittedly have always had bad posture (especial...I admittedly have always had bad posture (especially when sitting). The cushion is a good idea. Thanks for the link, Craig.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-40577237396121334972015-05-27T11:58:53.032-05:002015-05-27T11:58:53.032-05:00Your long holiday weekend does indeed seem like so...Your long holiday weekend does indeed seem like some kind of demented Hitchcockian fantasy, with birds of prey and butterfiles instead of nasty blackbirds (or whatever they were). I commiserate regarding your back, I suffer a similar issue but it doesn't sound as severe as yours. How is your posture when sitting?<br />Mine was awful and a friend turned me onto an office chair wedge type cushion like this (I picked a US source for you):<br />http://www.amazon.com/Large-Medium-FIRM-Wellness-Seat-Cushion/dp/B008GPR888/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1432745744&sr=8-8&keywords=office+chair+seat+cushion<br />It forces me to have better posture and has lessened my back pain by a huge amount. Worth a try?<br />Most impressed with your composing. How lovely that you found them again after all this time.Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14034726832462755283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-6868808945616611262015-05-27T11:39:59.274-05:002015-05-27T11:39:59.274-05:00I love the swing - - it's so relaxing. Before ...I love the swing - - it's so relaxing. Before I painted it, the wasps were always after it.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-8026216715222895072015-05-27T11:08:19.578-05:002015-05-27T11:08:19.578-05:00Hawks seem to be on a rampage everywhere this seas...Hawks seem to be on a rampage everywhere this season. I could enjoy that porch swing with a cup of coffee in hand.Paulahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04007728342316668058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-65235565275310567402015-05-27T09:39:08.328-05:002015-05-27T09:39:08.328-05:00And I've just responded there with a substanti...And I've just responded there with a substantial reply. Thanks for taking the time and trouble to visit me there. Always grateful to get some attention ;-)Raybeardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424095016313843883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8660581276521005822.post-46645620954341340922015-05-27T03:19:26.318-05:002015-05-27T03:19:26.318-05:00Ray, I've responded to this comment on your bl...Ray, I've responded to this comment on your blog, on the "Tomorrowland" post. Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619128793632680659noreply@blogger.com