Sun & Moon

Anybody heard of The Cat 3 lately?

CA has its moments, but in entirety: no, it's not in my Rush top 10.

10 hours ago, IbanezJem said:

I`m so happy for you!  What a lovely change from last year! 

Thank you! I'm really happy.

I like the album. It has a groovy vibe, and as Bahamas stated earlier, the album sowed the seeds of 2112. COS doesn't fit in my top 10 Rush albums, however. Maybe in top 11.

On 7/16/2022 at 7:24 PM, Alex’s Amazing Arpeggios said:

Is there an ‘ X ‘ ?🤔

For ‘ Y ‘ how about … 

Sami Yaffa 

Just saw Sami live within a month with Michael Monroe. 

Ida Nielsen.

4 hours ago, Sun & Moon said:

I had the greatest weekend with my  fiancé. 

To be more precise, he took great care of my Geddy Lee Jazz Bass: the disturbing buzz of the A string is now fixed, intonation set, every screw tightened, pots checked, body polished with a soft cloth and a strap lock attached. The action is set low. The Geddy is now even better than after its first visit at a guitar tech/luthier after I got the bass from the factory a year ago.

That's how to pamper a lady. 

(I didn't mind the start of the day with a Time Machine tour live in Cleveland 2011, a nice promenade together, enjoying tasty food in a cozy restaurant and having him cheer me at the gym, either. He's an absolute gem. )

5 minutes ago, IbanezJem said:

Ahhhh, I remember when Spurs used to be all those things. 

42 minutes ago, IbanezJem said:

Even I have cut down on my various subscriptions - I watched one of them so rarely, even though I have bags of time and the games were perfectly attractive.  Atalanta look a little weaker to me this season. Any chance of them reclaiming their rightful fourth place?

 

Oh, and I keep meaning to apologise for stealing Christian Romero. He really is the best centre-half Spurs have had for twenty years and I fully expect Liverpool, City, Real or Barca to buy him in a year or two for £100m+. 

A new season always holds a great possibility of disappointments. 

We could have had use for Romero (or the money), I admit, but to be honest I haven't devoted a thought to him since he left because we know what to do. You see, Atalanta has a long history of buying very affordable players and finishing (lower) mid-table.  

Next weekend it will be the season start in Italy. I think I'm going ba... not bald... back to reading Atalanta live scores instead of paying 30 euros a month for a pay tv I would hardly have time watching. I work in two shifts, may get to taking bass lessons with a new teacher every two weeks and start going to the gym twice a week. As you can see, my thoughts are divided into two. I'd love to have more time to watch every match but I'd need two lives.

I had the greatest weekend with my  fiancé. 

On 8/5/2022 at 9:40 PM, Principled Man said:

A retired couple from Janesville, WI went to Washington D.C. to celebrate their 56th Wedding Anniversary.

 

They were struck and killed by lightning.   Lafayette Square, just north of the White House, yesterday evening.  Two others are in critical condition.

 

   

 

 

22 hours ago, Nova Carmina said:

Today is my 28th wedding anniversary! That seems a very long time . . . 

 

I'd ask her out all over again!

 

Happy anniversary! I bet you're both glad you asked.

On 8/5/2022 at 12:00 AM, IbanezJem said:

Thank you, IbanezJem! 

I need a hug.

What do you need?

Happy birthday, Presto-digitation!

This is a nice red Strat. Make it one that pleases you and you feel good playing. I wouldn't mind a little Frankenstrat feel to it. The black PUPs are easier on the eye but make the guitar lose some of its charm. 

2 hours ago, Julista said:

I am going to read this at the weekend! Hope to enjoy it

This book was a perfect one for summer vacation. Hope you'll enjoy it as well!

And welcome to TRF, Julista!  I'm always glad to see new faces here!

15 hours ago, Rhyta said:

The premise sounds intriguing,  AI as matchmaker.  I saw one person on Goodreads called it Jane Austen with computers...have to let us know how it turns out.

It turned out to be quite a mess with that AI aspect involved.   A fun read with some witty-ish moments. A slightly different way to tell a romantic story.

I feel like taking it easy, so here's another light read for my summer holiday: Happiness for humans by P. Z. Reizin. It's been ok so far and has given me some laughs as well.

On 7/22/2022 at 11:22 AM, Moonlit Dreamer said:

Thank you to everyone who responded to me; I really do appreciate it. I'm sorry that I haven't replied yet. I am an introvert, so communicating is sometimes difficult for me. I'm also less motivated to write when I'm in this frame of mind.

 

They took photos of the house yesterday, which included photos of my personal belongings. Pictures of my life, of everything that matters to me, for all of the world to see. I feel violated. I work, I pay my bills, I abide by the law, I keep to myself, yet this is what I deserve. I feel like I am made of lead, like I'm dragging myself around. This is perhaps the worst that I have ever felt. I can't believe this is happening.

 

I would seek help, but I don't want to lose my job because I was hospitalized and unable to show up. I also need to be here for my cats and my dog, so I make myself keep going for them even though I really can't. If they weren't here, I wouldn't be either. The air in this home feels heavy, dark, and silent, like the house is aware of the hell unfolding. It seems the world was set out to destroy me from the start, and I don't understand why. I really should not be alone at this time. Then I think about my job and my four-legged companions, and I have no choice. I have reached a dead end.

I'm sorry to hear that the way they photographed your home was so poorly arranged. It's easy to understand that it feels very bad.

I'm happy that you have your four-legged friends. They are precious and so wise. Hang on in there, Moonlit Dreamer! Better days are coming. Dark night will not last forever. I'll keep you in my prayers.

On 7/24/2022 at 12:00 AM, Rhyta said:

So sorry to hear this, I hadn't logged in for a few days and just saw this today.  It was good that you had time with her but I know it hurts to lose someone so close to you.  You are in my thoughts and prayers my friend

Thank you, Rhyta! Your kindness is highly appreciated.

13 hours ago, zepphead said:

Thanks Sun & Moon.

It's hard to believe that I have the change the words of that Beatles song from 'When I'm 64' to 'Now I Am 64'! lol.

6 hours ago, blueschica said:

 

I'm sorry to hear of your loss- she sounds like she was a great friend. I'm glad you were able to visit her- I'm sure it meant a lot to her to have support.  

Thank you, blueschica.

Happy belated, Tony!

Happy, happy belated, Rhyta! I'm sorry I missed your birthday. I hope you enjoyed your special day, my friend!