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"Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine"--Rick Blaine, Casablanca
"Some men see things as they are and say why; I dream things that never were and say why not"--George Benard Shaw
Ecclesiastes 3:1: "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven:"
Philippians 3:14: "I press on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenwards in Christ Jesus"
Isaiah 40:31: "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.They will soar on wing like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint"
Isaiah 2:4: He will judge between the nations and will settle disputes for many peoples. They will beat their swords into ploughshares and their spears into hooks. Nation will not take up sword against nation, nor will they train for war anymore."
About Me
The writer is currently an Undergraduate at the University of Birmingham, UK. He wishes to espouse an amalgamation of entries and thoughts in this site with the aim not just to entertain but to provoke discussion, especially on his write ups on social issues and current affairs. Apart from heavily engaging in this activity, he enjoys a wide range dramas and musicals, especially those that carry insightful messages. He is also a self proclaimed music critic, a history buff and most recently a novelist and a scriptwriter. He holds a strong interest in the workings of macro-economics, particularly international trade policies and international development, Post-Modernism/Post-Structuralism as well as International Political Economy. Any discussion with regards his write ups or interests is most appreciated. Do kindly use the Guestbook function located below, leaving some means of contact. Alternatively, click on the “contact me” function above.
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Vale Festival 2008, Inhaling Helium, the end of Toto *
2008-06-11 11:29 a.m.
I’m still not sure about charity events for good causes. Especially since the music is there for entertainment and not to drive home any message. Especially since the area is alcohol infested. I’ve nothing against that, but well, the event eventually becomes let’s get crazy in the sun and evening. The alcohol I also believe is what keeps one chattering non stop even during a movie event…
Ok, Vale Festival 2008 was still great. Great in seeing Rhys, Laura, Janet, Helen Coy and Heather once again. Great in meeting Rhys’ girlfriend Katie. The UN Stall was pushed to a smaller corner this time but all seemed well. Half way through, it also just so happened at we had balloons to blow. It also just so happened that we had a helium tank to fill the balloons. Somehow we all got daring and tried to inhale the helium (from the balloons) to see if we could get Donald Duck like voices. Result: Didn't work. Or maybe it did on our President, but she's female and there wasn't any difference in her voice.
Yeah. Couldn’t find Catherine’s Intervol Thailand stall though. Oh, the midnight movie was Shooting Dogs, which to me was Hotel Rwanda with a sadder ending.
Oh, Toto (My now favourite band) has broken up!! See this. After more than 30 years of fame since the song “Africa”, they are gone. Incidentally, On of their latest (and now last) songs, “Bottom of your soul” fit in well with events with Vale Festival, which focused on issues like Climate Change and Water Aid. Here are the lyrics:
Botton of your soul
Where are the children we lost not long ago
Feel for the Mothers who weep for them
I pray for the Fathers who are standing by their side
In their world of pain and suffering
Have you ever seen the look in a hungry child's eyes
They can't eat money or promises
Give them your smile and try holding out your hand
Let them know you're there, let them know you're there
Chorus
Why is it always the ones that we love
Are the ones that will never come home
Why must all of the bridges we cross take their toll
Always remember the voice in your head
Speaks to you when you're alone
And it comforts you
From the top of your heart to the bottom of your soul
You can swim in a river of tears they cry
For they sleep on the winds of uncertainty
Show us a sign and make us believe again
There's no other way, oh, there's no other way
Chorus
Instrumental Break
Chorus
(Courtsey of Toto99.com)
One day, I’ll write an analysis of the song. For now, to the members of Toto, “now you’re gone and I have to say…”
