Sunset : Whitney Houston

I mimicked your every turn, note, breath, pause, in hopes of mastering your songs even remotely close to your mastery.  Through you I became a better singer. I dreamt of becoming a singer, having your poise and grace, and your intense control and fluidity.  I dreamt that I would meet you and be able to share with you how much I enjoyed your music and how much your voice impacted my determination to sing with strength and emotion, sounding as effortless and as angelic.

Life takes us to unexpected places, sometimes dark and treacherous, and although I can't imagine the breadth of difficulty you faced, I always hoped with hands clenched tightly that you would find your peace with us on earth, find your way to sing again, even if not perfect, but find the beauty in sharing your gift.  You leave us a tremendous gift that can be shared forever, and countless performers were born from your presence and music.  That I do not consider a waste of life.  You lived a full life in a short span, and all I can hope for is that you somehow know how much you were cherished, and hope you are resting in loving peace.

Now, to play what became one of my favorite songs of yours, which came later in your career, an album I wholeheartedly admired and felt had more of your own soul within it.  I cherish these lyrics and how you sang them everyday, as I will cherish all of your contributions to this lifetime.

OCCUPIED

To be seen by many one must get on a really big stage.

I agree that Wall St. is the best stage for such a display of severe discontent; rapidly growing wealth disparity, vast tidal waves of unemployment and foreclosures, the ever increasing profits of large corporations and banks in times of turmoil, various Government officials' constant blame game and media antics leading to Government inaction, leading back to the scene of major crimes committed against the lower and middle class, Wall St.

Watch (at times) live independent coverage here:

globalrevolution on livestream.com. Broadcast Live Free

LEE CAMP: THE TRUTH ABOUT OCCUPY WALL STREET : MOMENT OF CLARITY

Music is Alive and Well

Anthony Keidis says, in essence, if you aren't hearing good music, you are just not looking hard enough, and I completely agree. Go look.

DEAD CAT BOUNCE

Come support their new album release!!

Lavender Jones and the Dead Giveaways - March 29th

Lavender Jones & The Dead Giveaways
also performing: Hannis Brown Band and Dark Inc.
Southpaw Brooklyn
$10
http://www.mattsteckler.com/lavenderjones.html
http://spsounds.com/calendar/
... with: Nate Peck, Yayoi Ikawa, Oscar Bautista, Rodney Ledbetter, Megan Demarest, Alaina Acosta

Come out for a good time! 125 5th Ave BK NY.

Minimal Treasury

Snowed~In~Radio~

Snowstorm #1 of 2011...The plows are out... The flakes are sticking...

Snowed In Radio

Hot NYC Fun In the Summertime: Part 1, FREE!!!

Who says you have to empty your pockets to have a fun summer in the Big Manzana? Tons of FREE events in NY this 2010. Found a nice comprehensive list on About.com.

Tierra De Eden

On this day, New York city leads everyone on a parade of National pride for a soulful beautiful island, home to the birth of a culture that birthed rhythm into my own life.

Gota De Luz Giveaway Winner

A big thanks to fellow Etsy-er Linda Pruitt for entering the contest and sharing with us about her recommended charitable organization, Portland Strides. She wins a Gota De Luz bracelet, and proceeds from the sales of the Gota De Luz bracelet during the entire month of May will help raise funds to donate to her walk this year, a walk sponsored by The American Cancer Society to raise awareness of and to help fight breast cancer.

We also send a warm hug to Linda, a cancer survivor herself. To help sponsor Linda's walk, please check out her Portland Strides profile and help become a drop of light in someone's life.

And be sure to check out Linda's Etsy Shop!

Spanglish Team Treasury East

Check out the new Etsy Treasury East, lists that never expire. I have created my first, preparing for a Hot Spanglish Summer!

SPANGLISH TEAM ETSY TREASURY EAST

Love Thy Neighbor...

I always hear some sort of complaint about Valentine's day, "I show my love everyday, I don't need a holiday for it", "its a scam" or just a simple "I hate Valentine's Day". Since this holiday will not be disappearing from our calendars anytime soon, we have an opportunity to make this greeting card holiday into something much more meaningful. Forget the chocolates and flowers, greeting cards and balloons, show your capacity for love to the world around you...

Volunteer Match
American Red Cross
CARE
Habitat for Humanity
The Nourishing Kitchen of NYC
Disney's Give a Day

3-2-1 Jello, Oh How I Miss Thee

I figured that someone would have found or figured out the recipe to one of my favorite childhood desserts. Although I wish I could find a picture of this Jello product, the idea is simple. This version of Jello would set into three layers, the first two being a mousse consistency, and the last being the jello layer. Apparently this recipe works with any packet of jello, but will I be victorious and be able to replicate the magic of 3-2-1 Jello?

From Boston-Baden.com
"After adding the boiling water, the mixture was blended for 30 seconds, then blended at high speed for 1 minute, then add a cup of ice water and blend on high for 1 more minute. You fill each glass HALF FULL, then refill the glasses completely in the same order. It 'automatically' separates into 3 layers upon chilling. Basically they call this gelatin with 2 toppings (on the box). Molding this product is NOT recommended."

Let's see if this works! Their Sherbert 1-2-3 recipe also looks fantastic.

Christmas Time Is Heeeeere!

SNL Christmas Song | Movies & TV | SPIKE.com

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

-Lainey

SVPPLY.COM

Its always fun to find how people find my Etsy shop.

Check out this compilation of members bookmarks and listings of their favorite retail items. Thanks to typeis4lovers for marking my Long Isis Berries Necklace :)

SVPPLY

Pixies @ Hammerstein Ballroom 11/25

Fantastic show at one of my favorite venues. Waiting for those pre-sale tix were completely worth it. As they did all week long, they began with Doolittle b-sides, but I think this encore was the best (see setlist here). Seeing the kids amp'ed and ready for show # 2 starting at 1am made me feel extremely old, well, that and I had to wake up at 5am to watch a 20lb. turkey battle a slightly confused 40 year old Caloric oven.

They ended the first show with VAMOS

The Etsy Spanglish Team Anniversary Giveaway!

You could win a piñata full of wonderful Etsy Spanglish team gifts starting today (including a bracelet by Piruli Jewelry). The contest ends November 15th. For entry rules and a special look at all of the prizes in the piñata, please visit our Etsy Spanglish Team Blog.

Camaraderie = #27

...Can't buy or sell it. Its the magical essence of a successful team, whether on the field, in an office, or at home. Sure I haven't agreed with certain decisions made by the team or organization, but it sure was a fun year for watching Yankee baseball, and I will always enjoy watching the Yankees play when they play with this kind of charisma and camaraderie. Congratulations to the NY Yankees for #27. Its nice to see all of the smiles in my hometown (Boogie Down Bronx forevah!) and on the faces of Yankee fans all around the world. I LOVE BASEBALL!

Featured On Etsy's Front Page

I am very happy, extremely fortunate and grateful to announce that Piruli Jewelry was featured on the Etsy Front page yesterday!! This time, as a part of a rustic collection selected by the Etsy team. Continuous thanks to the Etsy team, family, friends and fans for your support and love.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Is Almost Over But...

Many of us unemployed folk do not have access, do not qualify for or can afford health insurance. This does not mean that we cannot be screened and tested for life threatening diseases. In many states, residents have access to programs and organizations hosting free screenings for a myriad of diseases, especially cancer. I came across a few websites, not only listing information free screening services for Breast Cancer, but also includes information on events raising money to continue such services.

National Breast Cancer Foundation
Healthy NY Cancer Services Program for NY State
Cancer Vixen Fund
Avon's Breast Health Resource Guide

Etsy Spanglish Team members are curating Pink themed treasuries throughout the month of October, here are a few currently running (treasuries are only active 2-3 days at a time) A few of the items included in these treasuries are donating profits to cancer organizations and research.

BululuStudio's Treasury



GarageInc's Treasury



MissButler's Treasury