sleepy thoughts...
...on a sunday night.
I am not alone. I am not alone in my feelings about Bush. I was worried about putting my naked feelings out there. I haven't really ever walked the line of politics on my blog. Because even though my views make up a big part of me, they are not the one thing I want to be identified by in this world that can seem so polorized. (and really, how well do you know someone just reading her blog everyday? people make so many assumptions. but, i guess you were safe assuming that this yoga teacher who migrated from a RED state to a BLUE state might just be a bit blue herself. it is, afterall, my favorite color.) Thank you for leaving comments so I know that I am not alone in my inability to put Bush up on my altar. And no, I didn't suddenly cut out a picture of him and put it anywhere near where I meditate. However, I have put the idea out into the universe, so maybe we can all think about less hate and more compassion.
I spent the last two days at a yoga workshop about yoga therapy with the Mohans. Incredible. My mind is still processing it all. My favorite phrase from the weekend: The mind is the corrupt prime-minister of the body.
I am getting things ready for ArtFest! I cannot believe I am going in three short days (well, really 2 1/2 now!). Please know this: I am behind in reading all the blogs I enjoy so much (see list at right). I am sorry about this because I hate missing all of your words, inspiration, and knowing what is going on in your worlds. I will be playing catch up next week because I am treading water in the deep end right now, looking for my water wings (ok, interesting image, I mean I am simply super busy). Know that I am thinking about all of you. Yes. I. Am. And appreciate you "stopping by to have tea with me" for a few seconds here.
I cannot believe The West Wing is ending. I cannot believe that I will be crying over the death of Leo soon. I have not fully mourned the loss of John Spencer because in my mind, Leo is still alive. I love this show. I wish it was real my world. I wish Hawkeye Pierce or Matt Santos could be my President. I still have the Newsweek cartoon that came out after the 2000 election where they showed Martin Sheen beating out Bush and Gore. For the last 7 years I have held on to the fact that for one night a week, Jed Bartlett was my President. I feel about this show the way my mom felt about MASH. (We love Alan Alda in this family.)
Okay, this sleep-deprived woman must get to bed now...
liz lamoreux
Reader Comments (18)
Liz,
One word...BLUE. Synchronicity.
Have to confess --- I am for Jed Bartlett
You could move to Canada- the anti Bush sentiment runs pretty deep here, you'd fit right in!
heehee...
the fine line between
tv
and
reality
is very easily blurred...
;)
I totally wouldn't judge you on your choice or not your choice of our president. I hope you enjoy your weekend art function, it sounds fun as does your yoga workshop. I love the idea of the corrupt prime minister. I can certainly agree with that sentiment on several levels.
About a week ago I read someone's post about labels and how it can be so hard to abandon using them even when we are so averse to them, it's a human trait I suppose. And as I read your last two posts all I could think about were labels and how your desire to open up and offer compassion to those with whom you disagree and those who have hurt you is one of Christianity's greatest teachings, yet America's self-proclaimed Christians are out there trying to destroy everyone with whom they disagree or who they think might hurt them. It's to a point where many people I know who celebrate a Christian tradition are afraid to label themselves Christians ... they don't want to be "one of those Christians."
It is all just too sad to process sometimes.
And then there's The West Wing, a show I always turned to because I took solace in the idea that those who lead us could be as contemplative and pensive and compassionate as people I meet in life. That they would be actual leaders. Alas, there is little to give me this hope in our current administration ... I can't even call it leadership!
More than anything, I wish we in the States could stop all the yelling and news shows out for ratings and have an actual dialogue. Just imagine what might happen if mature, respectful conversation were modeled on TV!
As always, you've given me so much to think about ... can't wait to hear about your ArtFest experience!
heehee..
i started my 21 day challenge today and i'm choosing to start a yoga practice...if you have any tips, hints, or ideas please pass them along because i'm stumbling in the dark here...
Like you, I don't speak of my political leanings on my blog. I try to keep that out of it because I have friends that think very differently and that's fine too. But I love to talk about it elsewhere. (=
Have fun at Artfest ~ I don't think I know what it is, but the 2 words together only conjures good things!
Hey Liz!! What is art fest?? Is it here in Seattle???
Have a wonderful time at ArtFest! I am so excited for you to have this opportunity. And please disregard my email ramblings to you...you are so busy right now and I totally understand. Email me when you get back...be safe, be creative, and be fulfilled!
Love,
TD
just wanted to send you a big warm hug.
i have a suggestion: go rent the first season of Huff. the second season starts this Sunday.
that will ease your pain from the loss of West Wing.
Huff is very creative, intellectual, thought provoking, shocking and comical at the same time as intense. we are very selective with what shows we watch and we were so impressed with the writers and actors on this one.
just a suggestion. ;-)
Hi Liz -- I find it a bit odd actually that politics doesn't creep into the blogging circle more often. It's a pretty huge part of my thoughts, and I tend to make the assumption that everyone who enters my sphere is liberal -- surely not true, but living in a city like Portland, and having moved here from Berkeley, I'm just surrounded by comforting, overwhelming blue. It's easy to forget the rest of the country is not like this. But anyway, I would never want to alienate any potential Republican readers of my blog, but I do in my mind sort of see everyone I like... everyone creative and interesting... as a Democrat! Can't help it! And also, I wish I was going to Artfest too! You're going to have so much fun! Can't wait to see the art you'll post when you get back. Safe trip!
Have a great time at Artfest!
Hey -
have a great time at Artfest & I have been a bit MIA for the last little while too - we'll all be here when you get back!!
P.S. i LOVE Hawkeye Pierce - definitely Alan Alda for President!!!!
hmmm...i miss your tea faces.
*wink*
have a wonderful time. see you in a few days! :)
What an inspiring week you are having! In the midst of all the busy-ness I'm glad you had some time to slow down with tea and ice cream. Have an amazing time at ArtFest. I'm sure you'll be wildly inspired!
This is a quote that I copyed last night to post on my blog, when I read your post I thought I would share it with you.
"To announce that there must be no criticism of the president, or that
we are to stand by the president right or wrong, is not only
unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American
public."
--Theodore Roosevelt--