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Quotations

7/31/2024

1. " If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put the foundation under them."- Henry David Thoreau.
2. " However mean your life is, meet it and live it; do not shun and call it hard names. It's not so bad as you are. It looks poorest when you are richest. The fault-finder will find fault even in paradise. Love your life, poor as it is. You may perhaps have some pleasant, thrilling, glorious hours, even in a poorhouse. - Henry David Thoreau.
3. " The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well." - Ralph Waldo Emerson.
4. " The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be."- Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Seasons Magazine 26/24 COPYRIGHT© 2024

7/30/2024

Short Story
The married couple were both in bed at about 10pm, when the husband's cell phone lit up the dark room. He stretched his hand to the nightstand. It was a call from his ex lover with whom he cheated with while being married to his current wife. He had apologized to his wife about the affair. She was terribly hurt but agreed to attend couples' therapy with him to work out their marriage. He had no physical contact with his ex since the affair became known.
Though she promised to leave him alone, his ex still contacted him on his office number. He was a senior manager at his company. The calls, though sparse, always came under the pretext that she was seeking advice on a corporate matter. She was also a manager at her company. She told him she respected his decision to stay faithful to his wife and that she had since moved on with her life with her new lover.
With this call at home on his cell number, she complained that she was lonely. He left his wife in bed and walked to the hallway. She lamented that her new lover was a jerk and that she has since ditched him. He was livid and asked why she chose to call him at that hour when he was with his wife. She said she couldn't think of anyone else to call to express her feelings. He told her he had to go since he was at home with his wife and felt petrified that she was hurting from this call even though she didn't quite know who was calling. He abruptly ended the call.
Before he could get back to his bedroom, she called again. He was now teething with anger. He answered her and raised his voice calling her among other things a homewrecker. She asked him since when she became one and reminded him of the months of passionate lovemaking they had together. She also jogged his memory of the compliments he paid her among them being, she was the best lover he had ever had. He ended the call again.
She called again. His wife who was now up snatched the phone from him. She answered the call. The woman on the other end greeted with a polite, "Good night, I'm sorry to disturb you, but may I speak to your husband?" His wife who suspected something was amiss said, "No, you're not speaking to him, speak to me instead." His former paramour was livid. "Hey, hey, who do you think you are speaking to me like that?'
" I'm his wife!" boomed the furious spouse. In the background her husband was heard saying, "Leave that crazy woman alone."
"Oh, I'm crazy, you'll find out who is crazy. Her husband took the phone from his wife and ended the call once more. This time he turned off his phone completely. He apologized again to his wife for the spat and advised her he no longer is romantically connected to the caller. She jumped back into bed, turned her back to him and pulled the covers. © Wallace Paul July 2024.

Happy Birthday

7/29/2024

Formula One race car driver Senor Fernando Alonso turns 43 today. Can you slow down amigo for your special day today. Gracias. Okay, " disfruta tu cumpleaños hoy"

Just one more try Dak (Prescott) and we've got the Super Bowl. We know you've tried really, really hard. But this time bro. Thanks. But why are we bothering you with that now? Hey, we should relax and let you enjoy your 31st birthday today. Happy birthday from all of us, Dak.

English football (soccer) star, Harry Kane also had a special day on July 28. He turned 31. We celebrate with you Harry.

"Crank That" because it's a "Squid Game for Soulja Boy. Yes, yesterday he grew up to be a "Man" age , 34. Not to worry bro, we'll still see you as "Soulja Boy."

All About The Music

7/29/2024

This week's pick from Atlantic Starr is a tune that appeals to the mischievous part of our makeup as humans - taking dangerous risks to satisfy that dopamine rush and the thrill it produces. This kind of action can often result in lots of regrets and heartbreak. However, it exists. The song is "Secret Lover." This is the story of a man and a woman who are having an affair with each other even though they are married to other people. The song is performed as a duet between Barbara Weathers and David Lewis of the group-Atlantic Starr.
This song peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the US Billboard Adult Contemporary in 1985.
The music is rich. The opening riff of the keyboard sends chills down your spine. Then there is the rhythm guitar with that downpicking sound and the stabbing bass guitar prepares you for the thrill that is to follow with the lyrics and the quality of singing-believable. Enjoy!!
Secret Lovers
[Verse 1: Barbara Weathers]
Here we are
The two of us together
Taking this crazy chance
To be all alone

We both know that we should not be together
'Cause if we're found out
It could mess up both our happy homes

[Verse 2: David Lewis]
I hate to think about us
All meeting up together
"Cause soon I look at you
It would show on my face
Then they'll know that
We've been loving each other
They can never know
No, no, no
We can't leave a trace

[Chorus]
Secret lovers, yeah
That's what we are
We shouldn't be together
But we can't let go, no, no
'Cause we love each other so

[Verse 3: Barbara Weathers]
Sitting at home
I do nothing all day
But think about you
And hoping that you're okay
Hoping you'll call
Before anyone gets home
I'll wait anxiously
Alone by the phone

[Verse 4: David Lewis]
How could something so wrong
Be so right?
I wish we didn't have to
Keep our love out of sight, yeah
Living two lives
Just ain't easy at all
But we gotta hang on in there
Or fall

[Chorus]
Secret lovers, yeah
That's what we are
Trying so hard to hide the way we feel
Because we both belong to someone else
But we can't let go
'Cause what we feel
Is oh, so real
So real, so real

[Bridge]
You and me
Are we fair?
Is this cruel?
Or do we care?
Can they tell
What's in our minds?
Maybe they've had secret lovers
All of the time

[Verse 5: David Lewis]
In the middle of making love
We notice the time
We both get nervous
'Cause it's way after 9.00
Even though we hate it
We know that's time that we go
We gotta be careful
So that no one will know

[Chorus Outro]
Secret lovers,
That's what we are
We shouldn't be together
We we can't let go
'Cause what we feel
Is, oh, so real
So real, so real
So real, so real
Writers: Wayne Lewis/David Lewis
© 1985 A&M Records

Fashion Week

7/29/2024

We conclude our publication of Vogue's top pick at the Paris Fashion Week 2024

Camille Rowe in Alaïa.

Pharrell Williams.

Pelagia Kolotouros and Catherine Spindler

Alexa Chung in Viktor and Rolfe

Flora Coquerel

People Around the World

7/27/2024

Eritrea is a country in the Horn of Africa region of Eastern Africa. Its capital and largest city is Asmara. This country is bordered by Ethiopia to the south, Sudan to the west and Djibouti to the southeast. The northeastern and eastern parts of Eritrea have an extensive coastline along the Red Sea. Eritrea's 45, 406 square miles includes the Dahlak Archipelago and several of the Hanish islands.
Anthropologists have found evidence of human existence in Eritrea dating more than one million years, and indicates that the area may contain significant records related to human evolution.The Kingdom of Aksum, covering much of modern-day Eritrea and northern Ethiopia, was established during the first and second century AD. It adopted Christianity around the middle of the fourth century. Beginning in the 12th century, the Ethiopian Zagwe and Solomonid dynasties held sway to a fluctuating extent over the entire plateau and the Red Sea coast.
Eritrea's central highland known as Mared Melash, were the northern frontier of the Ethiopian Kingdoms and were ruled by a governor titled the Bhari Negasi. In the 16th century the Ottomans conquered the Eritrean coastline. Then in 1865 much of the coastal lowlands came under the rule of the Khedivate of Egypt until it was transferred to Italy in 1885. From 1885-1890, Italian troops systematically spread out from Massawa towards the highlands eventually resulting in the formation of the colony of Italian Eritrea. Italian ended in 1942 when Eritrea was placed under British Military Administration during World War II; following UN General Assembly in 1952, Eritrea would govern itself with a local Eritrean parliament.
Today Eritrea is a multi-ethnic country with nine recognised groups each of which has its own language. This has resulted in the country not having an official language. However the recognised languages are, Tigrinya, Arabic, Tigre, Kunama, Saho, Afar, Bilen Nara, and Beja. The working languages in this country are, Arabic, English, and Tigrinya. Eritrea is the home to diverse religious groups with Christianity and Islam being the dominant faiths. It is estimated that Christians account for between 47% to 63% of the population and Islam an estimated 37% to 52%.
Though its economy is relatively small, it main exports include over $310 million in Zinc Ore, $263 million in Gold, $192 million in Copper Ore, $14.9 million in wheat and much more. Its current GDP stands at 4.037 USD.
It is worthy to note that Eritrean cyclist, Biniam Girmay created history by being the first African to win a stage, and the Green Jersey in the 2024 Tour de France.

Garden Corner

7/27/2024

Planting Maize ( Corn)

Maize is a tall stout grass that produces cereal grain. It was domesticated by the indigenous people in Southern Mexico about 9,000 years ago from wild teosinte. It has become a staple in many parts of the world with production surpassing that of wheat and rice. Much maize is used for animal feed whether its grain or as the whole plant which can be baled or made into more palatable silage. Sugar-rich varieties called sweet corn are grown for human consumption, while field corn varieties are used for animal feed, for uses such as cornmeal or masa, corn starch, or corn syrup, pressing into corn oil, alcoholic beverages like bourbon whisky and as chemical feedstock including ethanol and other biofuels.
This plant depends on humans for its propogation and if you're going to try your hand at planting some, here are a few tips:
1. Choose the Right Variety
There are different types of corn such as sweet corn, pop corn, and flour corn. Select a variety that suits tour needs.
2. Timing: Plant corn seeds two weeks after the last frost date. The soil temperature should be at least 60°F (16°C) for optimal germination.
3. Soil Preparation: Corn thrives in well-drained fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. Enrich the soil with compost or organic matter.
4. Planting: Sow seeds about 1½ to 2 inches deep and 12 inches apart in rows that are 2½ to 3 feet apart. Plant in blocks rather than in long rows to ensure good pollination.
5. Watering: Corn needs plenty of water especially during the growing season. Aim for 1-2 inches of water week
6. Fertilizing: Corn is a heavy feeder. Use a nitrogen-rich fertilizer when the plants have about ten leaves and again when the silk first appears.
7. Weed Control: Keep the area around your corn plants free from weeds to reduce competition for nutrients and water.
8. Harvesting: Corn is ready to harvest about 20 days after the silks emerge . The kernel should be full and milky when squeezed.

Happy planting and harvesting.

Health News

7/25/2024

Signs You're Bipolar

What Is It?
Sometimes called manic depression, bipolar disorder causes extreme shifts in mood. People who have it may spend weeks feeling like they're on top of the world before plunging into deep depression.
The length of each high and low varies greatly from person to person.

What The Depression Phase Is Like
Without treatment, a person with bipolar disorder may have intense episodes of depression. Symptoms include sadness, anxiety, loss of energy, hopelessness, and trouble concentrating. They may lose interest in activities that they used to enjoy. It's also common to gain or lose weight, sleep too much or too little, and even think about suicide.

When Someone Is Manic
During this phase people feel super -charged and think they can do anything. Their self-esteem soars out of control and its hard for them to sit still. They talk more, are easily distracted, their thoughts race, and they don't sleep enough. It often leads to reckless behavior, such as spending sprees, cheating, fast driving, and substance abuse. Three or more of these symptoms nearly every day for a week accompanied by a feeling of intense excitement may signal a manic episode.

Bipolar 1 vs Bipolar II
People with bipolar I disorder have manic phases for at least a week. Many also have separate depression phases, too.
Those with bipolar II, have bouts of major depression, but instead of full manic episodes, thay have low-grade hypomanic swings that are less intense and may last less than a week. They may seem fine, even like "The life of the party," though family and friends notice their mood swings.

What's A Mixed Episode?
When people with bipolar disorder have depression and mania symptoms at the same time, or very close together, this is called manic or depressive episode with mixed features.
This can lead to unpredictable behavior, such as taking dangerous risks, when feeling hopeless and suicidal, but energized and agitated. Mood episodes involved mixed features may be somewhat more common in women and in people who develop bipolar disorder at a young age.

What Are The Causes?
Doctor don't know exactly what causes bipolar disorder. Current theories hold that the disorder may result from a combination of genetic and other biological--as well as environmental-- factors. Scientists think that brain circuits involved i the regulation of mood, energy, thinking, and biological rhythm may function abnormally in people with bipolar disorder resulting in the mood and other changes associated with the illness,

Who Is At Risk?
Men and women both get bipolar disorder. In most cases symptoms usually start with people who are 15--30 years -old. More rarely it can begin in childhood. The condition can sometimes run in families, but not everyone in a family may have it.

Risky Behavior.
Many people with bipolar disorder have trouble with drugs or alcohol. They may drink or abuse drugs to ease uncomfortable symptoms of their mood swings.
Substance misuse also may be prone to occur as part of a reckless or pleasure-seeking associated with mania.

Suicidal Thinking
People with bipolar disorder are 10-20 times more likely to commit suicide than others. Warning signs include talking about suicide, putting their affairs in order, and doing very risky things. If you know someone who may be at risk call one of these hotlines:800 SUICIDE (800-784-2433) and 800-273 Talk (800-273-8255). If the person has a plan to commit suicide call 911 or help them to an emergency immediately.

What Medicines Treat It?
There are several types of prescription drugs for bipolar disorder. They include mood stabilizers that prevent episodes of ups and downs, as well as antidepressants and antipsychotic drugs.

Credit: WebMD

Humor Corner

7/24/2024

A man is drinking in a bar when a nun harasses him about drinking. In self -defence the man asks,"Who told you drinking was bad?"
The nun replies,"Mother Superior told me."
To which the man asks, "Have you ever tried it?"
The nun replies, "No I have never taken a drink of hard liquor."
The man says,"Well don't criticize me if you haven't tried it. I tell you what if you try it and don't like it I'll give up drinking for life."
The nun agrees, "Bring it in a teacup. I don't want people to think I'm drinking."
The man goes up to the bartender and says, "Bring me a couple of shots of vodka but bring one of them in a teacup."
The bartender looks at the man and says, "Is that nun in here again?"

ART

7/24/2024

"The School of Athens"-- 1755 -- Italian Renaissance artist, Anton Raphael.
In this captivating scene you'll find a gathering of illustrious figures, including Socrates, Pythagoras, Archimedes, Heraclitus, Averroes, and Zarathustra.