Mortality and I have never met up, not really, not even when I lost someone who had once meant the world to me. Though I must admit, as I sit here sifting through the contents of my head, and the feelings that spin and shake inside myself, I know that his death probably has more … Continue reading Don’t stop me now
My Favorite Albums :: U2 :: The Joshua Tree
U2 :: The Joshua Tree (1987) I was never much of a U2 fan before the release of The Joshua Tree. Their music was around of course, playing somewhere in my musical peripheral, on the radio, out of friends’ stereos, and at past high school dances. I also knew plenty of people who raved about … Continue reading My Favorite Albums :: U2 :: The Joshua Tree
Monday Movie Moments :: Almost Famous
Almost Famous (2000) Looking backwards, I always hoped that I made some kind of impact on my younger brother. I hoped that I taught him about life, about having an open heart, that dreams and hopes are important, and that music will save your life. I watch this scene and I see a similar dynamic, … Continue reading Monday Movie Moments :: Almost Famous