Heart Of Glass



On This Day In 1979 Blondie's Heart of Glass Goes Platinum

 "Heart Of Glass"

Once I had a love and it was a gas

Soon turned out had a heart of glass

Seemed like the real thing, only to find

Much of mistrust, love's gone behind

Once I had a love and it was divine

Soon found out I was losing my mind

It seemed like the real thing but I was so blind

Much of mistrust, love's gone behind



In between

What I find is pleasing and I'm feeling fine

Love is so confusing there's no peace of mind

If I fear I'm losing you it's just no good

You teasing like you do



Once I had a love and it was a gas

Soon turned out had a heart of glass

Seemed like the real thing, only to find

Much of mistrust, love's gone behind



Once I had a love and it was divine

Soon found out I was losing my mind

It seemed like the real thing but I was so blind

Much of mistrust, love's gone behind



Lost inside

Adorable illusion and I cannot hide

I'm the one you're using, please don't push me aside

We could've made it cruising, yeah



Yeah, riding high on love's true bluish light



Once I had a love and it was a gas

Soon turned out I had a heart of glass [radio version]

Soon turned out to be a pain in the ass [album version]

Seemed like the real thing only to find

Much of mistrust, love's gone behind

There is nothing quite like a well written song..

I spent the day researching some great songwriters

Freddie Mercury

Elton John & Bernie Taupin

Axle Rose

John Lennon.....

I was touched & saddened by taking another look at just how affected

people were when Aids became an epidemic in the early 80's

How it was considered Gay Cancer..that a notable physician would be quoted

as saying there was no point to finding a cure, after all the world would be better off

with a few less fags.. look at us now..look at Africa..it breaks my heart...

Elton John called his decision to become sober and stay sober

"one of my greatest lifes achievements."

He wrote the song Someone Saved My Life Tonight about his plight

which can bring tears to my eyes if I let it.

A great song is one in which moves you, makes you understand better what is going on,

makes you take a look at yourself, your lover,

speaks truth when there isn't any...

And Debbie Harry is this kind of songwriter..

I think any woman in love can relate to this song..

She still rocks today just as she did 30 plus years ago..

Inspired as always by The Sunday Creative

Blondie "Heart of Glass" 70´s dance (1979)

20 Things On Tuesday

This Weeks Topic: Children

1. Children put out what you put in them...treat them with respect and love..create a loving and gentle world for them to thrive in void of violence fear and ridicule.
2. Tell them you love them every day
3. Children need praise and encouragement often..make it a point to acknowledge their good behavior and good  qualities on a regular basis
4. If you have never read the story of Eric Morse, you need to..tonight..and hold him in your heart
5. Play a game with your children at least once a week
6. Let them listen to classical music..Mozart..Bach..and also The Beatles from a very young age
7. Offer them pure clean water or brewed green tea over sugary juices..soda and gatorade.
8. Massage their backs from the time they are infants, learn the healing power of your hands and use it when they have had a bad day at school, need restful sleep or fall ill.
9. Utilize Elderberry juice and extract  along with Zinc when they get sick instead of over the counter cold medicine
10. Be aware of the children around you..the ones who are classmates with your kids..the ones who come over to play..if you see something that isn't quite right or you feel something is the matter trust your instincts and tell someone.
11. If you are single be careful who you let into your life and around your children. When a child is abused or hurt statistics show that 85% of the time it is the mothers boyfriend that is the culprit.
12. Make them take their vitamins..every day
13. Raise boys who treat women with respect, do not tolerate anything less
14. Instill self confidence in your daughter too..it is important for girls growing up to have a positive self image of themselves and that they are not put down. Verbal abuse will have a detrimental impact in so many ways as they go through life.
15. Never call your child a bad name
16. Remember if you have ever done something for which you know you wouldn't win the parent of the year award, it is never to late to fix it and not make the same mistake.
17. Don't sweat the small stuff. Nothing or Nobody (including your children) are perfect.
18. If there is a problem with a child's behavior address it right then and there. It is important to distinguish to them that although they have done a bad thing they are not bad people. Help them to understand the possible repercussions of their actions and the reason for which they occurred. Do not waste time on time outs..they never work in accomplishing anything for the long haul..
19. Your child's health is the most important thing inside and out..take charge of making sure they are well looked after by dentists and Dr.'s If you are one of millions of Americans which are uninsured research free clinics, free shot events, and free screening in your area and take advantage of them.
20. Finally they only get one childhood, make it a magical one.

Daybook 4/3/2k11

Outside My Window: Beautiful Spring Day..We spent the first pool day of the season yesterday at The Princess Resort..It is a cool 85 degrees today..which feels divine after the last couple 98 degree days

I am thinking: Of making dulce de leche brownies this week..lamb and veggies..of Easter decorations..and yoga..

From the Learning Room: Disco & The Gay Rights Movement... Films of the 1950's..Judaism..Crime & Deviance

From the Kitchen: Quiche ( The perfect compliment to your leftovers and must eat today veggies) Pumpkin Cake with This Frosting (Too Die For) Curried Chicken Salad on soft whole grain bread

I Am Wearing: 1960's style shift from H&M

I Am Creating: A huge stack of reading materials next to my bed which is starting to resemble the Leaning Tower of Pisa

I Am Going: To Wake Up Early Tomorrow ( Before 6 am) & after 2 unsuccessful attempts so far this week.. and I will also remember to pack a salad for lunch or some fruit so I don't come home at 6 after a day of starving and eat pumpkin cake and Maui onion chips for dinner

I Am Reading: The paper still from Sunday, Vanity Fair, Better Homes & Fitness Mags (thanks Mom)

I Am Hoping: Once again to be a super early riser the rest of the week life is too short to sleep it away..

I Am Hearing: Family Guy!

Around The House: There are Easter Bunnies that have made an appearance along with decoupage eggs, bunny houses, and prints of Beatrix Potter..

One Of My Favorite Things: Playing Memory games with my 4 yr old..Cuddling with my 10 yr. old...Running my fingers through my 15 yr olds hair... Coming Home ..I know thats 4

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: Write 2 research papers (on Creedence Clearwater Revival & a 1950's movie director for whom I have yet to choose) Play more educational puter games with my little man, make a run to the store for goodies, get my hair done, and get as much house cleaning done by Friday as possible.. which may be tough...Oh and watch Black Swan.

A Few Images Of My Week:

Cabana Style By The Pool


 

The Beginning Of Resort Season

04/02/2k11

First Pool Day Of The Year Spent At The Scottsdale Princess Resort

 

 

4/1/2k11

Logan & Ziggy (Marley)
Concert at Fort McDowell April Fools Day

My Favorite Things~ Writing Prompt

Set your clock for 5 minutes and just write: Your Favorite Things



Strawberry jello with bananas..woody allen movies..pedicures..john lennon..kisses and hugs..making my boys smile..starbucks..french silk pie..satin pillowcases..swimming..fushia..thrift shopping..H&M...new perfume..yellow roses..waking up early..sundays..palm springs..nag champaka....my friends at the coffee shop..pugs..back rubs...laughing..burts bees..Coy Fish...mid century modern architecture..softball..my ipod..my husbands jokes..easter..tennis..airstream trailers..making homemade pie..smoothies..rum cake..making love

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