Watched 75% of Ketanj Brown-Jackson’s confirmation hearing yesterday. Unbelievable how stupid some of those senators are. Then when Ketanji explained her decisions were based on what congress had legislated for her decisions a rapid change of subject occurred or storming of the room.
Take a look today at those we put in power and how they conduct themselves.
It’s a wonder anything gets done.
Reading this book after an intriguing NPR interview with Anita by Terri Gross on Fresh Air. Recalling her treatment by the Senate hearings I cringe as now as Ms. Brown-Jackson is being interrogated currently.
Today Senator Durnbin defended Ms. Brown-Jackson’s record on Senator Hawley claim she was soft on porn crimes. Senator Hawley needs to be censored on this “smear.” Was pleased to see someone come to her defense, perhaps we are seeing a change, and we will be able to believe? Will continue to watch.
This artist is struggling with mental health issues. Because of his inability to get this under control his wife left him. He now threatens her with non-stop texts, and other means. This has extended to all in her sphere with her current beau in jeopardy.
While having 5 nominations for Grammy Awards West may attend the awards, however, he is not being allowed to perform.
In 2020, it is noted that one in five Americans have a mental illness (52.9 million). A 2016 statistic states 40 million are on psychiatric medication with a 2015 statistic asserting only 57.5% adherent to medication.* This is particularly concerning for those in the path of the mentally ill who may be traumatized or worse by this non-adherence.
No easy answers here, let’s hope there is good security at the Grammy Awards.
*stats from the internet
Watched Margaret Brennan in action earlier today. She went after a Chinese diplomat tooth and nail about making more attempts to call Russia out… While I applaud her attempts it was one of those moments where she could have stopped – as she had him at hello with his comment, “We share a 4000 mile border with Russia.” While not a huge fan of China I can understand their position.
The US is across the ocean while China is the next door neighbor. And the way this Russian madman is going who is to say he couldn’t change direction, find another 150,000 troops, and cross the Russian-Chinese border?? The world is watching…………………….
Which brings me to Lindsey Graham, another guy who I am not a fan of, nor respect. However, on his point of assassinating this narcissistic demon I believe he is correct. I’m told there are several bounties on the devil’s head, even one on a go fund me page for 50 million.
It’s worth a try by some terrorist, and who knows what’s in the works??
This week on US1 in Florida I was almost run off the road by a guy in a big truck with Ziggy plastered on the back of it. He screamed obscenities at me for the Biden sticker on my car. Maybe we could send him.
You know what they say about guys with big trucks, they have little d–ks.
Let’s send Ziggy, a real test for his masculinity rather than terrorizing a 65 year old woman.
Caught this exhibit as my final event before leaving New York. This was another facet of this enigma, his Catholic side. Little insight was gained from the exhibition, however, my wallet was lighter after a 40 plus dollar charge for myself and daughter’s beau. All that said let’s visit..
Warhol was a homosexual and during his time the Catholic Church did not acknowledge, but rather ignored the issue. If only they did the same with abortion, I digress… Raised closely in a healthy relationship with his mother, (his father died prematurely), he attended The Byzantine Catholic Church regularly.
In the 1950’s Warhol became a successful New York illustrator. His Christmas cards often had religious themes.
Later in 1985, Christian consumerism was seen in his works. Here the Madonna from the Sistine Chapel with a $6.99 price tag.
In Two Heads and Clasped Hands, 1955, a gay man is attempting to understand the Catholic Church’s view of homosexuality.
Warhol also met the Pope during a visit to Italy.
After his near death experience he became more faithful with regular church attendance. A woman who claimed he stole her screenplay shot Warhol numerous times. After this incident his life was never the same, and he became more protective of his life and privacy.
Picture of the wounds inflicted on Warhol post shooting- he was required to wear a girdle to keep his organs protected after this incident.
Some works which came from this incident.
The exhibit also had one of his films, The Chelsea Girls, 1966, playing continuously. Graphic in nudity, and sex, it portrayed glamourous women of this NYC era. It was his most commercial success in this genre and there were references to Catholicism, however, those viewing along with me were quite repulsed. Not a good way to end my New York City adventure.
Some final works from the exhibit.
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On the same floor as the Warhol exhibit was Monet to Morisot. This exhibit was refreshing. Take a gander.
One final note… Â
Donate, pray and do whatever you can for the people of Ukraine.
We are so blessed.
Received an email from https://www.lincolncenter.org/lincoln-center-at-home, only to discover the myriad of events available at the Juilliard School. Prices are reasonable and school related programs are often free with the students giving world class performance. The Juilliard box office is open 10-6, and some tickets are available on line. The School and stages are adjacent to Lincoln Center on 65th St.
On this evening for a mere $20., I delighted in a performance by an ensemble of 20 for over 2 hours. The music was Latin/Cuban and amazing! Their guest conductor, Jose Madera, was a man with a lengthy c.v. of jazz related experiences and credentials. If in the area pick up a calendar of events at the school.
The event was also available on line, and information can be obtained on the website. https://www.lincolncenter.org/lincoln-center-at-home.
And who knows who’ll you recognize in later years. When I was doing psychiatric nursing at St. Luke’s Hospital in NYC, a young student named Jon Batiste, and his fellow Juilliard students played for our patients.
Was excited to hear the New York City Ballet has returned. Attended a January 2022 performance with three works:
Tickets were a mere $38. for a delightful 2 1/2 hour performance. What a steal!
The New York Public Library has 56 million items of “treasure,” and how they culled it down to this exhibit one can only imagine. The items span 4,000 years, and as the literature states are exceptionally rare, and/or beautiful. The exhibit is free with donations accepted, that said, let’s take a peek.
Some poster memorabilia..
Other oddities..
Portraits..
Interesting Books and Historical Folk
Mary Wollstonecraft was a British woman who fought for equality in the sexes in the 1700’s. Below appears her picture and draft work. “The end, the grand end of (women’s) exertions should be to unfold their own faculties and acquire dignity of conscious virtue..” Was pleased to overhear a father explaining this women to his 10 year old daughter at the exhibit. Maybe we have come a long way. Thanks to dad’s like this..
Another prominent woman – Ida B. Wells-Barnett was an investigative journalist/activist who did an expose on lynching in the South. She found between 1864 and 1894 more than 10,000 African Americans had been lynched. A copy of her work and photo.
The fight for rights and equality posters.
The Moving Image Clips. Could have watched these all day, here are a few..
Broadway show and jazz performances, as well as notable political figures footage also graced these doors. Stay awhile, it is intriguing.
What a phenomenal exhibit, be sure to make a reservation to attend.
What a fun time, here’s the specifics:
Now on to the show, which lasted an hour and 30 minutes:
The Maestro – this Queen hails from Russia and kept the audience in stitches with her raw, sexy monologue. The theme of the Brunch was cartoon characters. She started the show as Beetlejuice.
Another Russian Queen as Anastasia
Waitresses also are Drag Queens
What a fun time, great for pre bridal parties, birthdays and the like,
and also open for dinner..
Currently at the Neil Simon Theater on 52nd Street is MJ, The Play, based on the book by Lynn Nottage. The play captures the tortured life of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his 1992 world concert tour. While the focus is on tour preparation, there are flashbacks to Michael’s life and his rise to fame.
Themes of his life were explored in the Play through the eyes of MTV staff developing a documentary on his musical art and methods of creativity. His father’s abuse, drug problems, which originated after burns from an ill-fated Pepsi commercial, and other “demons” were mentioned. His drive to perfect the tour even caused him to mortgage his beloved Neverland.
The music and choreography befit a five star production. Story line was strong and recommend a visit to this walk through time with the King of Pop.
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