AUGUST CURRENTLY....HIPPIE CHICK STYLE!

It's a quiet first Friday in August here and I am communing with my hounds, wearing my favorite tie-dye t-shirt, listening to acoustic folk rock music, and preparing this post for the monthly CURRENTLY link-up party hosted by  the always-fabulous and fun Farley   over at  

    Are you curious about what is happening in my life as the new month unfolds?   Read on for a somewhat sentimental list....    

   

 LISTENING

Acoustic folk rock music is my favorite, and 

I've admired Neil Young's thoughtful lyrics and signature guitar riffs 

since the early '70's.  I've included the words and

videos of two of my favorites, so that you can listen too!

Feel free to sing along and smile.... 

 

OLD MAN  by Neil Young 

Old man look at my life
I'm a lot like you were
Old man look at my life
I'm a lot like you were

Old man look at my life
Twenty four and there's so much more
Live alone in a paradise
That makes me think of two

Love lost, such a cost
Give me things that don't get lost
Like a coin that won't get tossed
Rolling home to you

 Neil Young - Old Man Lyrics | MetroLyrics

  FOUR STRONG WINDS  by Neil Young

Think I'll go out to Alberta, weather's good there in the fall
I got some friends that I could go to working for
Still I wish you'd change your mind,
If I asked you one more time
But we've been through this a hundred times or more...

Four strong winds that blow lonely, seven seas that run high
All those things that don't change come what may
If a good times are all gone, and I'm bound for moving on
I'll look for you if I'm ever back this way.

If I get there before the snow flies, and if things are looking good
You could meet me if I sent you down the fare
But by then it would be winter, not to much for you to do
And those winds sure can blow cold way out there...

Neil Young - Four Strong Winds Lyrics | MetroLyrics

LOVING

I always tell people that being the mother of these two

children has been, and continues to be, 

my

"greatest work."

My heart belongs to them, and they make

me so very proud.....

 THINKING

This novel was recommended to me by a 5th grade teacher at my school.  It is about a young boy named Auggie who was born with with severe facial deformities, a kind heart, sharp wit, and keen intelligence.  The story describes his experience in middle school from his perspective, as well as from the viewpoint of his teachers, peers, family members, parents, and administrators.

Please promise me that you will read it before your school year begins, because it will remind you of this very simple but important 

classroom rule and precept.....

When given the choice between being 

right and being kind,

choose kind.

 

 WANTING

Tomorrow I am supposed to drive out to a lovely, rural arboretum to enjoy an afternoon of hand-crafted arts & crafts, good food, and live, Woodstock-era music.  I am hoping that the rain that is predicted will NOT dampen the festivities, and that the sun will shine on 

the "hippie chick" in my soul and honor the wisdom

of these words.....

NEEDING

While I was at school today unpacking boxes of new materials and feeling quite overwhelmed, I unearthed this note from my desk drawer.  It was written by one of my students last May as our year together was winding to a close.  Finding this tiny piece of "fan mail" was just the boost I needed to 

help me get enthused and excited about meeting 

my upcoming group of students...

As always, thanks for being a loyal reader and follower.  Know that your time, ideas, and comments are indeed appreciated!

 

Be sure to circle back to Farley's website and enjoy more reflections from a variety of other bloggers!

 May you continue to teach your children well, wish upon a star, follow your dreams, share your story, hold a song in your heart, and 

do what makes you happy.....

Peace out,