Blog Posts - Rushlinebiz.com Homepage

ART

1/10/2024

"The Creation of Man" also known as "The Creation of Adam." by Michelangelo. 1508 -1512

Michelangelo was a sculpture, painter, and architect, widely considered to be one of the greatest artist of the Renaissance- and arguably of all time. Born on March 6, 1475 in Caprice, Italy. His father worked for the Florentine government, and shortly after his birth the family returned to Florence, the city Michelangelo would always consider his true home.
Because his work was recognized as extraordinary, he was commissioned by many in the upper hierarchy including the Pope Julius in 1505 to sculp a grand tomb of 40 life-size statutes. His work can be seen over many places in Italy including his famous depiction of the 12 apostles in the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and his sculpture of David. This artist lived to age 88 and is buried in the Basilica di Santa Croce.

Did You Know?

1/10/2024

Rome was founded in 753 BC by twin brothers, Romulus and Remus. Legend has it that they were left to drown in a basket on the Tiber by a king of nearby Alba Longa and rescued by a she-wolf. The twins lived to defeat that king and founded their own city on the river banks in 753 BC.
Romulus killed his brother and became the first king of Rome, which is named after him. There are seven legendary kings of Rome: Romulus, Nama Pompilius, Tullus Hostilius, Ancus Martius, Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, Servius Tullius, and Tarquinius Superbus. They were referred to as "Rex , or King in Latin. All the kings after Romulus were elected by the senate.
Over eight and a half centuries, the Roman Empire grew from a small town of pig farmers into a vast empire that stretched from England to Egypt and completely surrounded the Mediterranean Sea. This empire is speculated to have fallen sometime around 476 AD. when the eastern half officially became the Byzantine Empire.
Roman philosophy was heavily influenced by Greek philosophy , but incorporated Roman law into religion and culture. Some of it's more well known philosophers were: Marcus Aurelius, Cicero, Seneca, Plotinus, and Hypatia.

Neptune is the eight and farthest planet from the sun. It is the fourth largest planet in the solar system by diameter, the third most massive planet, the densest planet and it is 17 times the mass of Earth.
Neptune's atmosphere is composed primarily of hydrogen and helium along with traces of hydrocarbons and possibly nitrogen. It's interior is primarily composed of ices and rock.
Most languages today use some variant of the name, Neptune. In Chinese, Japanese Vietnamese and Korean, the name was translated as "Sea king star. Mongolians call it "Dalian van", the Greek say," Poseidon", in Hebrew , "Rahab", from a Biblical sea monster mentioned in the Book of Psalms. In Māori, the planet is called, Tangaroa. And in Indonesia, Nuptunus.

Quotations

1/10/2024

1. " Don't feel lonely the entire universe is inside you." Rumi
2. " If you are irritated by every rub, how will your mirror be polished?" Rumi
3. " Don't go where the path may lead you, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Ralph Waldo Emerson
4. " Dare to live the life you have dreamed for yourself. Go forward and make your dreams come true." Ralph Waldo Emerson.

SEASONS MAGAZINE 2/24 COPYRIGHT© 2024

1/7/2024

Here comes the new opportunities. The chance to take care of ourselves, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Nobody is going to do it for us. Not because they are selfish but more likely they themselves, are struggling to make sense of what they are doing from day to day.
Some people bow to the pressure of conforming to a multitude of standards, some of which might be conflicting. Because of the lack of self belief which might be the result of several factors, we might just take charge and live a balanced life, with empathy for those who might not be at a certain level of consciousness. Remember, even the teacher has flaws. Let's vigorously rub our palms together and be grateful for what is. A better year in 2024 is wished for all our followers. Choose to be thankful. Cheers!

All About the Music

1/7/2024

Born Helen Folasade Adu but professionally known as Sade (Shah-day) this Nigerian -born British singer hit the music scene with a new sound in the 80s. To categorize her blend would not be spot on. What is without a doubt is her classy presentation on every song she has given us. That contralto voice morphs so beautifully with her backing instrumentalists. That haunting saxophone, rhythmic tap on the drums, feel good riff on the guitar and you are on you your way to a beautiful journey. Sade crept up on us with hits like, " The Sweetest Taboo", Smooth Operator", Your Love Is King", " Soldier Of Love", "Still In Love With You", "Somebody Already Broke My Heart", and many more. In this issue we look at "Smooth Operator"

Smooth Operator

Diamond life, lover boy
He moves in space with minimum waste and maximum joy
City nights and business nights
When you require streetcar desire for higher heights

No place for beginners or sensitive hearts
When sentiment is left to chance
No place to be ending but somewhere to start

No need to ask, he's a smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator

Coast to coast, LA to Chicago, western male
Across to north and south, to Key Largo, love for sale

Face to face, each classic case
We shadow box and double cross
Yet need to chase

A license to love, insurance to hold
Melts all your memories and changes into gold
His eyes are like angels but his heart is cold

No need to ask, he's a smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator

Coast to coast, LA to Chicago, western male
Across the north and south, to Key Largo, love for sale

Smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator
Smooth operator...

Writers: Helen Adu/Ray St. John.
© Epic Records 1984.

Happpy Birthday

1/7/2024

Bless your heart for all those who got and invitation to the palace on Jan 9 to celebrate with British actress, Imelda Staunton on her 68th birthday. Rest assured it would be a royal affair.

It's a "Black-ish" affair, today as Marcus Scriber turns 24. Wait a minute, Marcus. Have you grown to that age already? Oh, oh, then we're getting old.

Hey, Kenny Loggins, "I'm Alright", we mean you're alright because today - Jan 7 you celebrate your 76th birthday. Got to be a rocking hell of a time. Good for you.

From "Growing Pains", to "Jo McGuire", Hallie Todd, girl you have matured to 62 today- Jan 7. What a journey. Just want to let you know we enjoyed all of it. Have a great day.

Fashion Week

1/7/2024

The Paris Fashion Week (Men Category) is the next big event to be staged. This spectacular affair will be held in Paris from Jan 16 to 21 this year. Here, designers will present their collection to buyers, media, and other industry professionals through runaway shows and presentations.
Some clips from last year's show.

People Around the World

1/7/2024

Poland

The Republic of Poland, is a country in Central Europe. It is divided into 16 administrative provinces covering an area of 120,700 sq mi. The country is bordered by Lithuania and Russia to the northeast, Belarus and Ukraine to the east, Slovakia and the Czech Republic to the south, and Germany to the west. It also shares maritime boundaries with Denmark and Sweden.
It's population of 38 million ranks it the fifth most populous state in the European Union. Warsaw is the nation's capital and it's largest metropolis. Other major cities include, Kraków, Wroclaw, Lodz, Poznan, Gdansk, and Szczecin.
Prehistoric human activities on Polish soil dates back to 10,000 BCE During the mediaeval period the region became inhabited by tribal Polans, who gave Poland it's name. The establishment of statehood took place in 966, coinciding with the conversion of a pagan ruler to Christianity under the auspices of the Roman Catholic Church. The Kingdom of Poland emerged in 1025, and in 1569, Poland and Lithuania had a long standing association forming the Polish-Lithuania Commonwealth.
Over the years Poland was partitioned by neighboring states by the end of the 18th century. However, she regained her independence in 1918 as the second Polish Republic and successfully defended herself against the Soviet Union from 1919 to 1921. It's official language is Polish, with 98% of it's population being of Polish ethnicity. 72.2% of the population identify as Christians, 6.9% no religion and 20.5% unanswered.
Today Poland is a parliamentary republic, with it's bicameral legislature comprising the Sejm and the Senate. It is a developed market and high-income economy. It provides a very high standard of living, safety and freedom, as well as free university education , and a universal health care system.
Poland's economy is driven by the manufacture of mechanical machinery and equipment, electrical machinery and equipment, dairy products, albuminoidal substances, glues and enzymes, preparation of cereals, flour and starch. This country most productive sector is the financial industry, one of the best in Europe. Its current GDP stands at 842.172 billion USD.
Soccer is a huge sport in Poland, with tennis, skiing, and hockey among the other popular sporting activities.

Health News

1/4/2024

Ways to Fight the Aging Process.

1. Little Aches and Pains

Whether it's an old injury that keeps flaring up or the start of arthritis, you're likely to feel a few aches more often as you age. Regular movement can ease pain and make your joints more flexible. Try low-impact exercise like swimming, yoga and tai-chi. Heating pads or ice packs can help, too.

2. Wrinkles.

These show up as your skin gets thinner, drier, and less elastic. But some things can make them worse, like smoking and ultraviolet rays from the sun or a tanning bed. to ease these signs of aging protect your skin from the sun, and if you smoke, quit. Some skin products like moisturizers or prescription retinoids, might make wrinkles less noticeable.
Give them time to work- 6 weeks to 3 months.

3. Getting Enough Sleep

Older adults who regularly get a good night's sleep reported improved cognitive function, improved memory, and better mental health. This is important for preventing age-related cognitive decline and dementia, as well as playing a roll in preventing depression, which is a common mental health disorder among older individuals. Coffee and alcohol can cause issues, so cutting back on them can help.

4. Cut Saturated Fats.

Saturated fats are bad for for heart. Major health groups like the American Heart Association says getting a lot of saturated fats raises your chance of getting heart disease.

5. Loss of Muscle

Many people lose strength and endurance as they get older, but the reason isn't about the aging process. Many people just stop working on key muscles. The phrase "use it or lose it", applies here, so see if you can start weight training to build up your strength. Regular exercise like, walking, gardening, or swimming, can help too.

6. Memory Glitches

They might feel alarming, but they're part of the aging process. Your brain changes as you get olde, which can affect how well you remember things. You may need to learn a few tricks, like keeping lists, following a routine, and putting items in a set place. But some habits also help you keep your memory sharp. Also, being around friends and family often has been shown to boost your brain power.

7. Changes in Your Sex Life.

Erectile dysfunction, vaginal dryness, and other conditions that become more likely with age can make sex a challenge.Talk with your partner about how you're feeling and if you want to try different ways to be intimate.
Over-the-counter products like vaginal lubricants can help some issues. Keeping yourself healthy overall will help, too. Exercise boosts blood flow and sex hormones, and helps you feel good about yourself.

8. Better Sex

Older women may have sex less often than when they were younger, but apparently they make it count.
In a study of women of 40 and over, researchers found that sexual satisfaction improves with age.
Women over 80 are more likely than between 55 and 79 say they were satisfied during sex.

Credit: WebMD

Humor Corner

1/3/2024

1. Q. What is your new year's resolution?
A. Something that goes in one year and come out the other.
2. Did you hear that gyms get really busy around the new year as people make their resolutions?
So it's best to wait for it to die down, usually around January 2nd.
3.Did you hear about the guy who was able to keep all his new year's resolutions?
...tucked away in a journal on his bookshelf.
Credit: Jessica Amlee