Hath in the Ram his halve cours yronne,
And smale fowles maken melodye...."
Geoffrey Chaucer - The General Prologue - The Canterbury Tales - written 1386, Middle English
I'm back with some of my April cheer! Fresh is the air, and nitrogen infuses new plants to shine crystal emeralds in their dewy leaves. Silver are the drops that fall through brightening rays, and all life sings sweet songs. I want to share some of my favorite songs - besides Led Zep my religion lol! - with you and describe back stories about why I love these tunes.
I'll start with a song by ABBA. I love the line "I don't want to talk". That phrase sums up a lot for me sometimes. After "The Winner Takes It All" this blog becomes more uplifting...to show anyone how to rise from the doldrums of despair to happiness and optimism...really!!
Next, in a tribute to my sister who passed away, I have several favorite Beatles songs. My sister brought her first Beatles records when I was just a little kid - I learned much about music from her- forever grateful. When I heard John Lennon wail about his woman crying ...I felt so grown up and mature - because I totally understood..."This Boy"
Around the same era, 1964, my sister had Beach Boys albums...and they are truly uplifting all the time. I am a West Coast girl with a capital W and these boys embody all that's good about California spirit! Their lyrics include place names all up the coast, style is described and the mood is fresh as ocean breeze! After this song, I grew up appreciating a tan, going in the water, wearing harachi sandals and having a bushy blonde hairdo! Life altering...here's "Surfing USA!".
Since my recent trip to Maui, I have a new love for the ocean and admiration for the history of surfing. John Heath 'Doc' Ball was tremendously influential in the growth of surfing in California. In 1929 when he started riding the waves there were only around 20 surfers in the USA. They got the idea from Hawaiians, particularly the famous Duke Kahanamoku, surfing legend, who reintroduced this ancient sport of royalty from Hawaii to mainland America.
Doc Ball should not be forgotten, ever. His story in part is below. Check the link, please!
http://files.legendarysurfers.com/surf/legends/ls07.shtml
Now, aren't you feeling happy?! I am - enjoy the Spring!!
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