Jac of all tirades

i love vinyl!

2009-10-19T13:39:00.002-04:00

Well, i don't do it as often as i used to , to be sure.But there's nothing like the thrill of walking down the steps into a basement record shop with money in your pocket to spend on a potential score. I think the smell that slowly fading vinyl emits must be universal. I bet if I was to walk into a record store anywhere in the world, it would strike me as familiar, and instantly send me into a

I LOVE THIS!!!

2009-10-16T11:59:00.002-04:00

this made me tingle. this made me cry. this made me feel united with those aroundf the world who remember, who believe, who KNOW that WE ARE FREE! and we can live our beauitufl free lives here together. there is nothing to be afraid of and hugging strangers and loving everybody is our birthright!!!

yuck!

2009-10-11T19:11:00.004-04:00

so kids.......apparently we are now living in the future.It has been reported, and you can read for yourself, that American Apparel and others, are now selling their wares with an added bonus!You get your very own RFID microchip conveniently sewn right into the clothing. And it will even transmit personal and private information for you, about you and your life to...?!?Hmmm...that's a good

tapestry woven from silk. spider silk.

2009-09-28T17:05:00.003-04:00

this is truly amazing. truly.wow. humans are impressively ingenious at times. but i must admit to having mixed feelings about the use of the spiders. i tend to be annoyed by humans who impose their own will over another life-form. Aside from this "typically vegan" perspective, i can certainly appreciate the magnificence of this beautiful tapestry and what went into bringing it about.In fact

funny.

2009-08-03T04:06:00.001-04:00

Martin Streek is

2009-07-07T21:26:00.006-04:00

a blast from my past.He's also dead.And according to this article in EYE WEEKLY, he killed himself.I can't believe it.What a wonderful life chapter that was: highschool radio....CFNY.Not only would i go to sleep listening to whatever was being aired, I would wake up every day to my radio alarm clock, with "102.1 the Edge" cranking out some wicked tune. I loved the 'live to air' shows, too,

swine flu, aka the viral farce

2009-06-25T15:08:00.005-04:00

hello my long lost blog-readers....I am not doing a great job of posting regularly, am I?I promise to write every week, if not every day from now on, as part of my determination to share information and inspiration.Today's post is a bit of a shocker (not so much, really) in the sense that so many people are too trusting of the one's in charge of their health "care".Not I. From the moment I first

this is nuts!

2009-05-11T18:38:00.002-04:00

I couldn't help but imagine how he would react if someone was to cut it all off when he was asleep.I'm pretty sure he would cry.

woooweeeeeeeeeee!

2009-04-30T11:15:00.001-04:00

I sure am a lazy blogger!But here is a new post meant to impress. I have big news...I found the man I want to marry:Right? Am I right???!!!!

been recordin!

2009-03-16T18:33:00.003-04:00

hey!so it's SOOOO springy! i'm loving the sun and the breath of fresh air...After months of hibernating and working on some songs, I have finally been inspired to sketch them down into recordings.Back in February, I wrote a song that I have loved playing and singing. It's kinda in the style of a 50's pop love song...and I have been casually imagining what it might turn into once I record the

my first quilt!

2009-03-11T17:07:00.005-04:00

So after months in the making, I am finally dreaming sweet dreams beneath my very own self-made blanket...

Henry Rollins on "selling out"

2009-03-05T10:07:00.002-05:00

I stumbled upon this short treat from the ever-so opinionated Rollins. In a short flash of fire, he distinguishes between a band "selling out" and a band simply getting their due after years of making little to no money. It amuses me and inspires me to get some paycheques in exchange for my music!

vegans ROCK!!!

2009-03-03T10:40:00.002-05:00

WOW! It has been WAAAAAAY too long since I posted something interesting about my life, or the world in general. I think what's holding me up is a lack of batteries for my nifty camera. I have decided I will buy some today so I can include pictures with my posts, and so you can see all the wonderful things that I have been experiencing.I recently purchased a sexy new amp for my sexy red guitar

a TED talk on creativity

2009-02-09T19:36:00.002-05:00

This made me cry....I feel inspired and joyous and encouraged to keep doing my art (not that stopping is an option!). Elizabeth Gilbert, author of "Eat, Pray, Love" discusses the fears and insecurities that arise in artists when faced with the daunting task of having to express genius...every time they make something. She suggests that it is the perspective that creative genius is personal, a

i love new york

2009-02-09T19:00:00.005-05:00

This vid made me smile, which means that it's blog-worthy.Check it.In total, this improv group has created 80 scenes of "chaos and joy". Click here for more info about the above stunt and all the others.

it's all going according to plan....

2009-02-06T10:02:00.003-05:00

hahahaha. made me laugh....

gigs gigs gigs

2009-02-03T09:58:00.003-05:00

It has been a while since I've written- 'scuse me, "blogged"; not because I haven't been living, but because I have!I feel so much in the flow of things, like I'm streaming down a river towards all that I have ever wanted, and man o man, is it a great feeling!I played two fun shows last week and am looking forward to yet another...NOTHING makes me feel more fulfilled and purposeful than getting

doin' the monk-walk

2009-01-20T14:47:00.002-05:00

yummy minestrone

2009-01-16T16:06:00.003-05:00

I looooooooooooove making soup.Unless you are REALLY stunted in the kitchen, it's virtually a fool-proof meal to make, as you cannot possibly get it wrong! Not only is the ancient art of mixing an assortment of ingredients into a pot of seasoned water fun & super easy, I always end up with a tasty surprise.Here is a lovely minestrone I threw together last night, and I'm gonna tell you what I did

my first coleslaw!

2009-01-14T14:57:00.007-05:00

I find it really easy to go the grocery store and buy the same things over and over...(and over and over and over...!). Well, today I decided to challenge my little food rut, and dared to buy a head of cabbage. As a child, I loved eating the bits and pieces my mom would feed to me as she was preparing the cabbage for a soup. And, (I can admit it) I LOOOOOOVED the coleslaw that accompanied my

it might make you puke but it will definitely make you laugh!

2009-01-14T13:07:00.002-05:00

Check out this "hybrid" of technology...David Lee Roth vocals mixed with Microsoft Songsmith.WARNING: Listening on anything other than an empty stomach may result in your stomach emptying itself!!

new year...new focus! (new haircut!)

2009-01-06T12:32:00.005-05:00

Hi. Happy New Year! and, just as importantly, Happy Tuesday.After a bit of a break from reading the news over the holidays, I have decided to resume my blog and my life with a new and improved perspective, with a better refined focus...on the GOOD stuff.As a believer in the Law of Attraction, that law which simply declares "like attracts like", I am choosing to focus on what makes me feel good,

this is the very coolest thing!

2008-12-22T23:29:00.003-05:00

A very cool man has devised a very cool pair of glasses which the wearer can adjust to match her prescription. Not only is this idea genious enough, but he also intends to distribute them to the ones who cannot afford to pay for such a services as lens replacements. Read about it!

speaking of income tax...

2008-12-19T14:51:00.004-05:00

...looks like ours will be used for our own little Canadian bail-out, totalling in the neighbourhood of about $30 billion!!!I love reading the comments, as they are the most uplifting part of this article. The peeps are cutting through the spin of the media and speaking up. Harper lied when he said he would not run a deficit and now he fully intends too.And the people see his hypocrisy...let's

wanna stop paying income tax?

2008-12-16T13:10:00.002-05:00

well here's your LEGAL way out!Read on, people...know your rights!

this is exactly how I feel sometimes!

2008-12-15T07:52:00.002-05:00

new adventure

2008-12-14T10:52:00.005-05:00

Wow.It's been one week since I last posted....too long.Admittedly, I've been more in my head than "in the world" because I have been inspired to reassess my life and ponder new directions.My wonderful sister had been away from home for a year, traveling to exotic places and partaking in amazing activities along the way. I met up with her last week to hear her stories and as a result of our visit

by george, we miss you....

2008-12-07T11:23:00.001-05:00

This is a great tid-bit by the renowned George Carlin, not at his funniest but certainly at his best.Enjoy... (and share)

well, well, well....one step closer

2008-12-06T12:43:00.003-05:00

The Central American Union has officially been born! Here's an exerpt from this article "A summit of Central American leaders on Friday agreed to adopt a common regional currency and passport, among other measures to bolster regional integration in the face of global financial uncertainty, they said in a statement."And it truly is a matter of a small amount of time before we find ourselves in

Preserve the CBC!!!

2008-12-04T19:08:00.004-05:00

k guys!Just got this in my email:FRIENDS has learned from a reliable confidential source of Conservative plans to slash a devastating $200 million from the CBC's Parliamentary grant, which would cripple the radio and television operations of our national public broadcaster. During the election campaign we noted with great concern Prime Minister Harper's dismissal of culture as "a niche issue

The Rothchild Family

2008-12-04T16:58:00.003-05:00

During this time of economic scrutiny it seems apt to explore the roots of our money system. How did it come about? Who created it? And who today is handling the puppet strings of even those we seemingly elect into power?I am only 33, and a verified idealist to boot, yet even I have lived enough life to know that asking these questions is not a sign of cynicism. It is self-preservation. And

Obama's New World Order

2008-12-04T10:15:00.002-05:00

Their words. Not mine!"I assembled this team because I'm a strong believer in strong personalities and strong opinions," the President-elect said of his national-security picks.I have been compiling a list of the new (world order ;) team so I can research who these people are. So far, as many publications are mentioning, a lot Obama's picks are not much different from ones McCain would be making

i found the the antidote!

2008-12-03T18:31:00.002-05:00

Had a nice chat with my Dad this afternoon, and he mentioned that he's currently reading and enjoying "The Holographic Universe". I decided to look it up on You Tube and over 300 vid selections came up!Greg Braden authored a book I have called "Walking Between Worlds: The Science of Compassion". And this is him talking about the ideas found in his book, namely that we live as interconnected

oh, what a government we have!

2008-12-03T12:47:00.003-05:00

Ok.I do my best to not make too much of my blog about animal-related issues. I realize not everyone feels the way I do about animal cruelty and veganism and rightly so. We're all, blessedly, different. But the moment I began to read this article my entire body chemistry shifted and I broke out into tears of surprise, anger and frustration. The need to ACT-no, to SHOUT!!! about this horrible

never seen anything like this

2008-11-29T21:48:00.003-05:00

Wow.I have so much respect for this woman. She lives as "normally" as possible while her legs just get bigger and bigger... Read about it!

the feel-good story of the day!

2008-11-29T08:44:00.003-05:00

Amongst all the harsh news I read each day this report glaringly stood out from all the others. Why? Because it made me feel all warm and fuzzy and reaffirms what I know to be good in people. In a year of job cuts for the masses and huge bonuses for the few, this is a lovely flip. Check it!

this pleases me

2008-11-28T19:26:00.002-05:00

Staying centered while the world panics

2008-11-27T16:15:00.004-05:00

This blog will only perk up the ears, flow the juices, goosebump the arms of those who appreciate the Law of Attraction. Abraham Hicks presents an incredibly simple and yet eye-opening perspective on the economic turmoil that is becoming a more of a global concern with each day that passes. Or is it?A basic fact of nature is that what one focuses on is what grows. Another common way of saying

What is Zionism?

2008-11-25T17:04:00.008-05:00

I have so much to learn. Sure I've picked up a few puzzle pieces in my day, but there is still a lot of empty space to fill in. Today I read about Zionism and learned how it differs from Judaism, and it's existence as a political movement with racist tendencies and a clear goal to "return home" regardless of who gets in the way. Perhaps the most interesting facet for me is the relationship

I'm sorry, but even fish don't smell this fishy!

2008-11-24T00:29:00.003-05:00

OK. So I'm just reading a bit of news before I hop into bed and I come across this article that tells me Obama and McCain had been secretly putting together a list of names for the next White House administration team that only the winner of the election would lead.what????This sets off my inner alarm like a noisy thief in the daylight. Essentially this tells us that America has a one party

oh so moving...

2008-11-23T09:59:00.004-05:00

This is a fantastic talk by John Francis, a man who only walked and never talked for 17 years. His disdain for oil-powered vehicles and his desire to truly listen to others were the inspiration for his unusual devotion.One more thought. When John describes the time he realized he had imprisoned himself by refusing to travel by car, it reminded me of an epiphany I had a

Bill Maher with Naomi Klein

2008-11-22T23:42:00.002-05:00

So there is no new Real Time this week because Bill's takin' a holiday and won't be back to shooting new shows until next year...so I found this segment with Naomi Klein from October 12, 2007. Mostly, they discuss her book The Shock Doctrine and the world's corporate culture.

for the love of breathing

2008-11-22T23:33:00.004-05:00

It has been a great week. The herbal tea I procured from Thuna restored me back to health immediately, so I have been sleeping...thankfully.I just found this great article discussing meditation and the idea that it preserves your brain! I love when science backs up beliefs I happen to hold whether or not I have seen any hard evidence...Check it.

A full night's sleep!

2008-11-17T13:22:00.009-05:00

After almost two weeks of living with an annoying cough I was able to dream sweet dreams straight through the night. I have been drinking loads of my ginger-honey brew which took care of my cold in every way but for my nagging little cough. Feeling tired and cranky, I decided to seek out some more help and found my way to Thuna, a 100 year old herbal dispensary on the Danforth. As soon as I

The G-20's Secret Debt Solution

2008-11-17T13:09:00.002-05:00

Ok. I will admit that I have not done enough independent study to entirely understand the inner-workings of the current economic structure. But I do know enough to find this article VERY interesting. I've been telling my friends, a chosen few, about the pending Amero currency and they have looked at me like I'm crazy. My response has been, "Ya, I know you think I'm nuts, but did you see the

Debunking third world myths

2008-11-15T14:20:00.002-05:00

This is a great TED presentation by Hans Rosling, a doctor, professor and researcher who is clearly passionate about data, and he excitedly shows us how statistics, like those related to family size and incomes, can enlighten us to the truths about our global community. Using a very cool animated graph, he points out that most of us still use old generalizations with old meanings, like "Western

Real Time with Bill Maher

2008-11-15T11:00:00.002-05:00

Mornin'Here's the entire show that aired last night. Enjoy!

ahhhh...the cocteau twins

2008-11-13T14:53:00.004-05:00

I'm just spending some time with my guitar, playing my songs, playing others...going down the list of my covers in my bookmarks folder and I come across "Half Gifts" by the Cocteau Twins (who, I must say, is one of the most, if not THE most, influential bands for me) and thought I had to share these lyrics with you:It's an old game of love,when you can't have me you want mebecause you know that

the grayest morning yet!

2008-11-13T08:16:00.009-05:00

Well, it is definitely here....winter.If I didn't have to go work, today would be the perfect day to stay in my pajamas and slippers and do everything from my bed...e-mailing, eating, reading, playing guitar, afternoon tea.I am reminded of how difficult the winter season was for me last year. I'm not one to be overtly affected by weather. In fact, I'm one of those kooky people who welcomes dark

try walking in her shoes

2008-11-10T16:11:00.008-05:00

don't be scared, just AWARE!

2008-11-10T13:40:00.005-05:00

While we were all sleeping, Stephen Harper has gone and officially endorsed the assimilation of Canada into the pending North American Union. Read about it here. For those of you who don't know, the plan is to meld Mexico, USA and Canada into one nation, under the pretense that trade and economic concerns, as well as security issues will be better handled. The currency for the new nation is

this pleases me

2008-11-10T11:09:00.003-05:00

buying x-mas gifts? watch this first!

2008-11-09T21:13:00.002-05:00

Watch this doc and maybe Reverend Billy and his church of Stop Shopping choir will convince you that rushing around in a stressed out state and maxing your credit cards to buy crap for people they don't want or need, all in the name of societal etiquette is not the ideal way to spend the holidays (or your money for that matter) Consider alternative ways of showing your loved ones that you

A natural kick-ass cold remedy

2008-11-09T12:35:00.009-05:00

Well, here I am 4 days into my relationship with some fairly gentle cold-bugs, and they don't show any sign of wanting to break-up with me anytime soon. Though I have gently urged them to go bug someone else by simply taking better care of myself, they aren't taking the hint. So today I am stepping up my game and have concocted a killer evacuation recipe. These are the starring ingredients and

Obama and Cheney cousins! say what?

2008-11-08T17:59:00.004-05:00

Well well well...And so the plot thickens.Technically, the plot has always been thick. It's more accurate to say that what is expanding is my discovery of just how thick it is. I ran into a lovely man today who disclosed to me that Barack Obama and Dick Cheney are in fact related. I said, "Well, why was this information not released to the public?" and his response was, "It was!". So as soon as

Real Time with Bill Maher Nov 7

2008-11-08T13:24:00.002-05:00

I love this show. Bill Maher always has an interesting panel of diverse guests and a funny "new rules" segment. Watch the entire show from last night:

feelin' the blues

2008-11-06T11:02:00.004-05:00

aaahhhemmmm....got a bit of a head cold today and I think it's making me grumpier than usual.And instead of starting my day with a nourishing breakfast, I ate up a somewhat harsh letter to Obama from Nadar, questioning his stance on Palestine and Israel, among other things. Let's just say it gave me indigestion. I'm not going to go into details about it because I don't want to spread the bad

YAY for animals!

2008-11-05T12:18:00.006-05:00

After just reading that Prop 8 was voted in, which basically repeals the legality of gay marriage in California :(boo) I found some good news. This article announces the pass of Prop 2, which bans the use of overly confining cages and restrictive pens for animals raised for food. Though the law only applies to California and is not set to go into effect until 2015, this is a huge step forward

so i guess i'm not moving to the moon

2008-11-05T10:45:00.004-05:00

wow.i mean WOW.I almost don't know what to say....I believe we have all witnessed a miracle. Throughout my life I have been one of those "too happy" or "too positive" or "too idealistic" people, sometimes to the point of annoying those who don't quite see the world the way I do. I don't wear rose-coloured glasses- I have rose-coloured eyeballs! Basically, I just happen to believe that anything

this is a MUST read

2008-11-04T16:01:00.005-05:00

I've read a looooot of editorials- especially lately.And this is one is one of the most beautifully poetic pieces I have discovered.This quotation by Eugene Jarecki gives you a taste..."Though today is yet unknowable, let us for a moment imagine that when we wake tomorrow it will be a new day in America. Let us appreciate the poetry that once upon a time, a one-term congressman from Illinois

hey! he's speaking my language!

2008-11-04T11:51:00.002-05:00

In speaking with the staff and reporters on his plane, Obama made his appreciation for their support known, and finished off his praise by saying, "It will be fun to see how this story ends". I could not agree more!read the full story here

today is THE day

2008-11-04T08:46:00.006-05:00

Good morning!I feel less like a kid in a candy store and more like Willy Wonka.I feel less like Santa Claus is droppin' off some goods and more like he's movin' his toy shop to my house.I feel less like I'm being swept off my feet and more like I'm floating around on an angelic little cloud.Undeniably, today is a day that ushers in change. And as surreal as it may seem, it is REALLY happening.

blessings in disguise

2008-11-03T10:29:00.004-05:00

So now that I've slept with the Chernobyl doc (see below) mingling with my dreams, I have awakened with more clarity on it's purpose in the "big picture". The unfortunate human bungling that led to the explosion, and the ignorance of such a powerful and potentially destructive technology were catalysts that led to a much greater understanding, which may have never been attained any other way.

an exploration into chernobyl

2008-11-02T21:04:00.000-05:00

Of course i know about it...that it happened. But i've never taken the time to learn any specifics about the most expensive disaster in our history. So i looked it up on Wikipedia and found out there are some levels to the story...for example: "The operators were given respirators and potassium iodide tablets and told to continue working."Wow.Here's the link for all the deets if you're

what a man!

2008-11-02T20:31:00.000-05:00

In August, the Mayor of San Diego decided to make a decision with his heart in regards to gay marriage legislation. Boy, how far we've come...

daily perspectives...

2008-11-02T09:20:00.001-05:00

Here is some footage of Abraham Hicks discussing the presidential campaign and the economic crisis. She suggests this is simply another opportunity for us to employ the law of attraction by being responsible for our own thoughts, feelings, and behaviour when reacting to the world around us.After seeing this i don't feel so guilty about not going to the gym...How NOT to Get PhysicalI love being

the funniest looking cat i have ever seen

2008-11-01T19:37:00.000-04:00

I was going through my pictures folder and came across one that my friend Cameron had sent me last year. It makes me laugh evey time I look at it. Some people don't laugh when I show it to them. But they're wrong. It's so funny.

not for the faint of heart

2008-11-01T17:34:00.000-04:00

I just came across this incredible prank phone call made by a comedian in Montreal to Gov. Sarah Palin. Posing as French President, Nicolas Sarkozy, he manages to speak with her for almost six minutes before he tells her she has been pranked. It is priceless AND painful to listen to.

so today is the day!

2008-11-01T14:47:00.000-04:00

Not only is today the start of a new month but it is also the birthday of my brand new baby blog!(It ALSO happens to be World Vegan Day. Who says they don't believe in evolution???!!! Read more here)It is a captivating world we live in. And lately i've been feeling the need to talk about all that's transpiring with anyone and everyone willing to listen and to share ideas of their own.I believe