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July 26, 2011
They called her "the woman a city forgot" - a 79-year-old pensioner (pictured left, in her younger days) who died in her Sydney home in 2003, her skeletal remains not discovered for eight years until this month.
Reading and watching the self-flagellating media coverage, I had to wonder how I could have forgotten a woman I'd never met, particularly one who her sister-in-law described as a "recluse" who "didn't want to be found".
It got me thinking about the modern assumption we all want to be connected, that a knock on the door, an email, or even a phone call is something that must be answered, and to not do so is somehow rude ...
Aussie musician Adam Gibson, of the band the Aerial Maps, puts it well when he sings: "I don't want to be online, on time, on-scene, on-scale, on-course or on-stream ... I wanna be incommunicado."
Surely you know the feeling? Let's face it, when someone bangs on your door, they're asking to be part of your life, regardless of how superficial or momentary that interaction might be.
It strikes me as one of the great luxuries of privacy left to us to not answer our front door, whoever is scratching, or else to switch the phone to silent and leave the emails boldly unread.
We live in an age where connectivity has somehow crawled up Maslow's hierarchy of needs to sit at the apex next above food, water, clothing and shelter, where mobile phone reception is seen as a birthright, being able to check your email or Facebook page a necessity.
It thus seems almost insulting that there are people who eschew this web of connectivity, or at least refuse to heed its every call, because they don't want to talk to us; they have no need to communicate every minute of every day, or even every day of every week.
They wanna be incommunicado.
Of course, there are also people, old and young, who have solitude forced upon them, who live lonely lives hungering for the companionship so many of us take for granted.
However, there are many like that 79-year-old lady, whose name was Natalie Jean Wood, who choose to be a recluse, who don't want to be "found".
In his outstanding essay The End of Solitude, writer William Deresiewicz confronts our obsession with social contact, saying, "This is what the contemporary self wants. It wants to be recognised, wants to be connected: it wants to be visible.
"If not to the millions, on Survivor or Oprah, then to the hundreds, on Twitter or Facebook. This is the quality that validates us, this is how we become real to ourselves - by being seen by others."
It's also why we're suspicious of those who decline the company of others, who do not answer the door or the phone, or worse, we treat them condescendingly, as the media did Mrs Wood, calling her "sad", "lonely" and "forgotten".
In an era in which people will do almost anything to be heard and seen, we don't understand individuals such as Mrs Wood, or more famous recluses such as authors J.D. Salinger and Harper Lee, musicians such as Lauryn Hill, Syd Barrett and Sly Stone or director Terrence Malick.
"What's wrong with them?" we ask, because the unspoken slur in their rejection of society is that there might be something wrong with us.
In his essay, Deresiewicz concedes this "solitude ... isn't very polite" and apt to make the recluse unpleasant to their neighbours, "to say nothing of the offence implicit in avoiding their company".
But then, how truly polite is the manufactured geniality so many of us produce or endure in our daily lives: "the weak smile, the polite interest, the fake invitation"? Deresiewicz says.
"Not for nothing does 'gregarious' mean 'part of the herd'," he writes, which is rather apt considering we so commonly term those who seek solitude 'lone wolves'.
I wonder, do you bleat or howl?
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- randomguy
- July 25, 2011
You may have missed an important aspect to this story Sam
Many people, and especially men, get more reclusive as they get older
I am noticing that I am less sociable than I was when I was younger, and I do not know why it is happening
I would take a guess that it is changes in my brain's chemistry
Hopefully someone who knows about these things will log on and explain it to me
- jayne
- July 25, 2011
I howl.
A few friends I see sparingly, family members I see rarely. Work colleagues as and when necessary.
I enjoy those encounters when they occur but only have the required energy for infrequency.
- veruca salt
- July 25, 2011
I love my own company. Not to say that I don't like people but as a hairdresser making small talk all day to people I would rarely befriend I just want to close the door at the end of the day and be in solitude. I live alone and that is how I like it. I could stay inside for weeks on end and be happy with my books and bed. Most of my friends and even my partner are unlike me and always ask me "but don't you get lonely?" Ahhh ... no. To me there is nothing more desperate than a needy person who has to have the company of others at all times. I know many people like this. I remember a neighbour I had long ago who was horrified at the thought of spending a whole weekend on her own. She was actually in tears! I think if you can't spend time on your own you obviously don't like yourself much and as Sam has pointed out these type of people need validation to prove they are liked.
- notmyrealname
- July 25, 2011
A bit worried about replying to your post - do you want us to get out of your life too?
I can be a sheep sometimes but definitely need my lone-wolf moments when I don't reply to email, and screen and choose the calls I reply to on my mobile, and don't eat lunch with my work team.
I think alot of people I know have cut alot of the 'crap' and fair weather friends out of their lives, they are simply too busy, and some of them have ummed and ahhed about it for a year or 2 but are happier that they stuck to it and feel they have more valuable friendships and more quality time to themselves - however they might not necessarily so no to a one off trip to Luna Park.
Being gregarious and part of society has its place - we are people and we have a tendency to group. J.D. Salinger and Harper Lee still adhered to social norms - they wore clothes, had some friends and did interact - they might not have been party people but they were part of quiet society.
- Albers
- July 25, 2011
Both hyperlinks are to the Daily Telegraph but your column is on the SMH website - is there some cross-fertilisation going on!
- July 25, 2011
I don't give a rats whether it is polite or not. I like my solitude. I get to potter around the house and not have to deal with anyone else's stuff.
I like having people over and I like seeing my friends and they know full well that there is no such thing as "popping over" unannounced because they won't be let in. I am also likely to still be in my pyjamas and not even brushed my hair regardless of whether it it 10 am or 4.30pm on a weekend day.
I have some wonderfully and amazingly strong connections with some dear people. I just don't want to see them all the time. DOesn't mean I don't love them or care about them.
Seeing as I live in a zombie-proof house it could be weeks before someone manages to break in to my house to see if I am alive. I am more likely to be reading the paper and just not answering my phone or emails.
- Eleanor
- July 25, 2011
I can't function without a healthy dose of solitude, and I've always seemed to need it more than many others. I don't think it's rude. It's much worse to drag yourself along to gatherings when you don't really want to be there. If I don't want to be around people I try not to be. I'd be unpleasant to be around. Surely that makes it the polite thing to do.
- enno
- July 25, 2011
This isn't news, Sam. It happens and gets extensively reported about once a year, and probably happens more often than that.
Its interesting that the reported cases occur in development areas or streets that journalists happen to live in.
I'd notice within a week if something happened to the little old lady next door to me - and she often goes away for a week or two so it would be a bit hard to tell.
- I pee on my own.
- July 25, 2011
I knew I was different when I had no need for, and shunned going to the toilets with a group of giggly girls. I also loathed birthday parties and sleepovers. I'm alright. (I think)
- Wolf
- July 25, 2011
I lost my mobile 8 days ago. I haven't bothered replacing it because it's been such a revelation about what it is like to not have a mobile phone (bliss).
I now wonder why I haven't tried this before. It's so not much that people can't communicate with me, more that it feels like a weight has been lifted that I don't feel as though I have to "perform" or be alert and ready. I only have to deal in the here and now and it is a great feeling.
Next stop, ditching the email...
- Andy
- July 25, 2011
I must say this question confused me most of my life. Of all things it was a single movie that opened my eyes to the answer.
"Happiness means nothing unless shared".
I'm talking about the movie "Into the wild". It tells the story of Christopher McCandless, A young man that gives up his life to pursue a deeper meaning of life by hiking into the Alaskan wilderness. He eventually dies after being trapped in the wild. What Chris did was both brilliant and stupid. Not taking a compass and a map for one. But on the other hand finding his peace with the world by coming across what was the answer that escaped him most of his life. He has inspired thousands to follow his journey. I encourage everyone to see it. Directed by Sean Penn, Sound track by Eddie Vedder (pearl Jam lead singer). If it doesn't change your view of the world I would be surprised.
For me it change my view of people. My view on relationships. My view of the world. I'm not saying my life suddenly became fantastic but when your feeling like the lone wolf, it reminds you of just how important any type of contact can be a good thing to have, to be thankful for it.
- Stormy
- July 25, 2011
"do you bleat or howl?"
Hmm, bit of both. Hard to be too much of a lone wolf with a wife & kids, but on the other hand I don't do Twitter or social media which you've put on the sheep side of the equation.
I like people, by and large, and I like interacting with them - provided I'm in the mood. Sometimes I do have reclusive moods and "I vant to be alone". You need some downtime to recharge your batteries every now and again.
- Sue Grabbit
- July 25, 2011
Not trying to funny but - how does the publication of this blog work?
This entry is listed as today's but I'm sure I've read it before. This happens a fair bit.
In all seriousness - what's the go? I'm starting to worry that I'm imagining having read them before.
- HeidiG
- July 25, 2011
I don't crave solitude (fat chance of getting any as I have 3 kids) but I do like privacy. I often have my phone switched off and I couldn't be bothered using Facebook or Twit(ter)...ever!
I have lots of friends but I have no need to put them on a list or to give them daily updates on what I've had for lunch.
- hired goon
- July 25, 2011
I'm unconvinced by your description of the seeming need for people to remain connected as a recent, or even common, phenomenon.
Too many people seem to take the hyperbolic language contained within media reports (like those about the undiscovered pensioner) as gospel truth. But it isn't the case.
The situation is more complicated than your 600 or so words can adequately address.
- Millstarr
- July 25, 2011
I wondered the same thing when I read this story. Surely solitude is just as valid a choice as a yen to be in the big brother house?
I find I constantly have to explain to "friends" and "acquaintances" that they are NEVER, under ANY circumstances to visit my home unannanounced. To me, my home is my sanctuary and their assumption that I am sitting and waiting for their cheery "drop in" is simply rude to me.
They don't understand my need for the basic courtesy of an advance call or text. I don't understand their need to inflict their social expectations on me.
I find it completely reasonable to think that my skeleton may be found many years after my death on the bedroom floor. And I'm OK with that.
- [Stinky]
- July 25, 2011
You can see people these days are becoming addictive and crave for the "hit". Turn OFF and look up.
You see her as a recluse, I see her immersed in her world and enjoying life. Who's to say one way is better?
- I See Red
- July 26, 2011
As someone who enjoys my own company, I also know there are times when I am moved and refreshed by another person's smile, interest or invitation - hopefully not fake, as you put it.
Sometimes we are our own worst enemies and prone to fear and undiagnosed depression when we seek out a singular life. This does not always mean we wish to be ignored or forgotten by those around us, especially family.
It is one thing to live alone, it is another thing to be forgotten, and I don't think anybody really wants to be forgotten, no matter how desperate.
We know little about Natalie Wood apart from her sister-in-law's curt description. As always, there was more to this woman than we will ever know and summing her up as a recluse is, IMO, giving her short shrift.
- Fluellen
- July 26, 2011
Thought provoking, Sam. Thanks.
- Black and Blue Man
- July 26, 2011
Most of the time, I howl.
The older I get and the more I've learnt to live with and overcome my demons, I've come to enjoy socialising more and more - but I'm still very much a lone wolf and a Ghost. Most of the time, I prefer the peace and serenity of solitude.
The plight of Natalie Jean Wood reminds me of Clement Williams, who died in his Sydney home in 1992 but whose body wasn't discovered until 1995 - and eerily, his radio was still on. That story was a huge sensation at the time.
- Howard
- July 26, 2011
A little redundant post isn't it? Surely everyone who comments wants to be heard?
- pete
- July 26, 2011
I dont have a mobile, I dont have an answering machine, I dont have a facebook page, I dont tweet, I rarely answer e-mails, I dont like a lot of humanity, but Sam, I like your blog. Where in the great scheme does this put me? lol
- Scoby
- July 26, 2011
I enjoyed your interview in The Beast magazine Sam.
- -
- July 26, 2011
I don't think that it is normal even for a loner/recluse not be checked on in 7 years. Was she only found because of the deed to ownership? Sad. I think being a complete recluse indicates emotional or situational problems.
- shewolf
- July 26, 2011
I'm a lone wolf but like people very much. I am a bit of a walking contradiction.
- jules
- July 26, 2011
While it may be nice to be on your own every once in a while, humans are, essentially social beings. We need human contact- we crave a certain amount.
I remember watching a film about the elderly in health class in our last year of school. One woman spoke about how much she looked forward to her weekly meals on wheels delivery, as when she gave the delivery person payment she would have an excuse to touch their hand, just to touch somebody. Its truly something I will never forget.
While in this modern world we have thousands of entertainment options that may distract us for a while, I still believe we all need to have that social contact every now and again.
And it is sad to die alone. Don't tell me anyone would want their last moments to be lonely.
- BeeEff
- July 26, 2011
I love the irony of the blog post.
All the commenters saying they are howlers, a lone wolf... yet here they are amongst the sheep bleating on a blog.
Hahaha ... bleat bleat / woof woof ... can we not be equal parts of both? I'm a cross bred sholf ;-p
- Gaz
- July 26, 2011
Thanks Sam - a good topic that will probably get us all thinking. It would seem by the majority of post's on this blog so far, that we all crave our own time to ourselves at some point or another. I know I do. There is nothing wrong with it.
July 25, 2011 10:51 PM - So well said.
July 25, 2011 05:50 PM - I know what you mean about the age thing. I thought it was just me getting old and cranky. Maybe its us blokes ingeneral.
- July 26, 2011
I was one holidays recently, and my phone didnt work. Ten days no phone = AWESOME. I was however travelling with about a dozen friends so plenty of company which I really like. I found this the perfect situation, I decide if and how I interact and when.
So I am a very social being in that I enjoy being around people. So I dont think I could live alone, and if I did I wouldnt spent much time at home alone at all. I am a social creature. However in contrast I also hate talking on phones, I use them simply to arrange the next face to face meeting anything else is just me being polite while trying to get off the phone. OH and dont start me on people who want to have chats over SMS, drives me friggin nuts. Basically I dont like measures like phones, sms, skype, facebook as a way of maintaining a friendship. To me they are simply for passing on the details of our next face to face meeting.
- pinky tuscadero
- July 26, 2011
To me my levels of sociability are a pretty accurate gauge of my levels of happiness and comfort with myself. In my 20s I bounced between friendships a bit, dealt with a lot of anxiety, and probably did a lot of hiding from people. At this stage of my life I feel much more open and much happier to be in regular contact with friends.
I've always been happy to dine out by myself though or see a movie by myself - something that, strangely, to some friends sounds horribly awkward and lonely. I love the freedom of eating what and where I want, and watching what I want with no conferring with anyone else or compromising to accommodate their tastes.
I also know the people who are fully-fledged members of my inner circle - as they can appear out of nowhere on my back doorstep and I will happily let them in without a thought to what I'm wearing or the sea of rubble in the loungeroom. They can pretty much only be counted on one hand though.
- namiste
- July 26, 2011
connectivity is a product of our own (un)doing. just leave the mobile at home! is something that life threatening you need it everytime when you go to the movies or to dinner? i holidayed in europe for 3.5 weeks and left the darn thing in my lounge in australia. didn't need it or want it. i regularly go out without it. recently i was in remote tassie, no coverage. didn't matter.
just leave a message, i'll return it, but i don't need to action it on the spot. it can't be THAT important (though apparently ringing your family from the supermarket to find out what they want for dinner is highly important, even moreso if others are privvy to the conversation). i see my friends tied to their mobile phones to their own detriment of constantly being 'on'. and i wish, oh do i wish, that people would consider airport lounges a place to down tools and not use their phone. pleeeeeeeeeeeeeease.
enjoy your own company, be secure in yourself and that you don't need to constantly speak to others to validate your own actions.
to milstarr: i agree. my friends are now conditioned to making sure they arrange a visit -- no random door knocks for a cheery visit. i tend to ignore the doorbell if i'm not expecting anyone. not old and cranky, just like my privacy and times out.
- Blanco
- July 26, 2011
I enjoy and at times need time on my own but I enjoy my solutide precisely because in my soul I am connected to people that are important to me and I am secure in the knowledge that I important to them.
I believe that we feel for people like Natalie Jean Wood because it appears that they do not have a soul connection to at least one other person, which I feel that is tragic and terribly sad.
Personality wise I am at the extreme end of extroversion, however my interaction with others varies and beleive that I rarely bleat or howl, hide or seek is a more apt description for me.
I think that despite our level of interaction with others in all it forms we are all looking for the same thing: to be known for who we fundamentally are, understood and accepted.
- Andrew
- July 26, 2011
I think a lot of people want to be alone because they've had negative experiences with people. They have been abused, manipulated, judged, ostracised, rejected or worse. Being alone is a way to stop that happening. I think it does and should provoke the question: what's wrong with us? Quite a lot would be the answer.
- hired goon
- July 26, 2011
I have actually ended friendships on the basis of a 'friend' trying to make me feel guilty for not having stayed in contact... after making the attempt to reconnect was made by me.
I think that is part of the tendency for folks to make others feel awful for not staying in touch by shifting the responsibility away from themselves.
Millstarr - I think the 'drop by unannounced' thing is something that belongs more to the older generation, before mobile usage became so common. These days, I wouldn't dream of inviting myself to a friend's house unannounced. Phone calls or texts are always involved.
"You see her as a recluse, I see her immersed in her world and enjoying life. Who's to say one way is better?"
I have a couple of recluses in my family - they are often bitter and outwardly hostile. People who are much more sociable and welcoming and value interactions with others appear much happier. So, based on that, I will say that staying connected with folks is better.
- Blah
- July 26, 2011
Great post, Sam. So beautifully sums up the stigma of the recluse. I'm intensely reclusive and spend the vast bulk of my time alone. But I don't do it for any other reason than ... it's what I'm comfortable with. I have friends and family I adore, I never ignore them or make them feel I'm off-limits (God, I hope not) and I truly value and treasure their company. But ... I'm just more at ease by myself and can go weeks, months and - in some cases - years without contacting people I care deepy for. Wouldn't be a problem except I know I also have rubbed so many people the wrong way by being like this; I know I'm seen as haughty, impolite and just plain rude for not being chatty or at ease in company when in fact I'm just shy and socially awkward. And it hurts. I know it shouldn't, I know the people who matter know me and accept me but ... it does. I've lost count of the number of times I've asked myself, angrily, "What is wrong with you?" And yes, I know it's a question that shouldn't even be considered, let alone asked, and it frustrateds me that it is.
- July 26, 2011
I love this quote:
"The price of being a sheep is boredom.
The price of being a wolf is loneliness.
Choose one or the other with great care."
Better the devil you know and be learn how to accept and enjoy your choice, because I've found it's hard to go against the grain of your being.
- Kilkenny
- July 26, 2011
Firstly to the liars out there I can highly recommend The Aerial Maps, I only know the first album 'In the blinding sunlight' but it's thought provoking, nostalgic australian story telling at it's best.
Anyway on to the topic, I read 'The End of Solitude' essay last year when Sam first referenced it and I just loved it. The contrast of the modern self once having the fear of being submerged by the mass (hell is other people et al) and this now being replaced by the fear of being cut off from the herd. To be honest though this is probably not as applicable to people over a certain age but it's the way society is heading - no doubt.
"But then, how truly polite is the manufactured geniality so many of us produce or endure in our daily lives: "the weak smile, the polite interest, the fake invitation"?"
I often crave solititude and I think it is essential to an understanding of self but in regards to the above what I crave even more is authentic connections as opposed the forced insincere politeness of many modern relationships. In the ever connected society we now live in not only is it hard to ever feel like your truly by yourself but it's hard to find authenticity as the web extends the breadth of our friendships we can lose out on the depth of our friendships - by the simple fact we have more relationships to maintain than ever before.
- tom
- July 26, 2011
Great blog. Well done
- July 26, 2011
BeeEff July 26, 2011 08:43 AM
I don't see the number of people who have commented with a preference for their own company being sheep that follow each other. Wolves also travel in packs although they have a tendency to fight for the Alpha roles in the pack with disasterous results.
So to my mind the people commenting that they like their own company are likely to tear others to shreds if their territory is invaded. I know I have felt that way a few times.
- Ash Simmonds
- July 26, 2011
Bill Watterson nailed it.
- @
- July 26, 2011
I think it comes down to introversion and extroversion. I am a borderline introvert. People who meet me would mistake me for an extrovert. I think the difference is that introverts need to recharge by being alone, and extroverts recharge by being with others.
And then there is depression.
- Devilish
- July 26, 2011
I have bleated and I have howled...
I think as you grow older you realise that time is a precious commodity. You find out who you are. What your views and preferences are.
You start to focus on what you are personally concerned about. Try and decide what your values, ethics, morale is all about.
And you start to constantly surround yourself with these things so you ultimately feel secure.
Ultimately we are all alone in our heads. We have yet to find a communication tool that allows us direct communication to each others minds.
So its all about choosing to make that effort to communicate through other means.
What you have identified as your preferred mode of communication
- pinky tuscadero
- July 26, 2011
Well - two different schools of thought on reclusiveness coming through...Andrew: "I think it does and should provoke the question: what's wrong with us? Quite a lot would be the answer."
And Blah: "I've lost count of the number of times I've asked myself, angrily, "What is wrong with you?" And yes, I know it's a question that shouldn't even be considered, let alone asked, and it frustrates me that it is."
I tend to think there is something awry with reclusiveness....I know some people think they are introverts by nature and others extroverts - but to go long stretches of time without contacting those you say you care about does seem to indicate a problem at some level to me. Its either discomfort with yourself, or unresolved hostility with others that should perhaps be acknowledged and worked through.
This doesn't mean you have to become a 24-7 people-magnet and social butterfly - but I really don't think its that positive to retreat from everyone for long stretches. Sure enough, people can disappoint you time again, but I still think they are worth interacting with - life is imperfect and we are better off connected.
- Di_R
- July 26, 2011
For me, it's a balance. I enjoy interacting with friends but also love being on my own. I hate people turning up at my door unexpectedly and normally won't let them in. I hate mobile phones and don't own one. I hate my landline too and don't answer it - I get the ansafone to pick the message up and return it if it's a friend I want to talk to. Love email though, and love meeting people face to face for a catch up.
@CS July 26, 2011 10:57 AM
Like the quote. But you don't have to be either, just a mixture of the two.
- Blah
- July 26, 2011
@pinky tuscadero
Thanks Pinky. I absolutely see your point. Big difference between reclusiveness and introversion. You can still maintain healthy, regular relationships with the latter. But the former ... well yeah, it's taken me this long to recognise just how unhealthy it is.
- enno
- July 26, 2011
Margaret Olley died at her home in Paddington. Good to know that somebody is on the job !
What kind of Wood does not float ?
- Mac
- July 26, 2011
Couldn't agree more Sam. The media said this lady was 'lonely'. How would they know? Everyone assumes these daysa that if you don't want to be continually connected with people, no matter how superficial, then there is something wrong wih you and you must be lonely.
Now that the rant is over, I join the multitudes who choose not to see people every day It keeps me sane..
- corgette
- July 26, 2011
hired goon
July 26, 2011 10:15 AM I have actually ended friendships on the basis of a 'friend' trying to make me feel guilty for not having stayed in contact... after making the attempt to reconnect was made by me.
yes so have I - and even thought twice about getting in touch with someone to make sure she was ok after a nasty break up as I knew she would make me feel guilty about not keeping in touch. she was the sort of person who remembered that i had not called her back once three years ago. so i never bothered.
the best friend are the ones who recognise that friendships are not always consistent, as long as they are constant.
- Shelby
- July 26, 2011
It's just wild. 8 years. Surely any grass must have been as high as an elephant's eye. Surely there must have been ugly weeds taking over the facade. Surely junk mail must have been spilling out of the letter box. Surely some neighbour would have been complaining of overgrown plants or rats or cockroaches, or had some reason to wonder who owned the house next door. Surely squatters would have sussed that the place was empty. Surely somebody would have tried to rob the house in EIGHT YEARS. It feels like a very cold world this week.
- July 26, 2011
How about the people who are alone and NOT by choice..
- Eric u-B
- July 26, 2011
Kinda reminds me of the excavation of Pompeii where people were killed as they went about their everyday activities to lie emtombed for thousands of years before being discovered.
There was one bloke they found who had his hand round his pecker beating off. Imagine that, emtombed for posterity as a tosser?
- Ronaldo
- July 26, 2011
I think the eagerness for solitude comes with age. Kids in buses and trains annoy me. So is the lunch crowd. Retreating to a place of peace is just logical.
I only interact with people who I have something in common with. The rest I politely decline, or outright lie of a prior engagement. If that makes me offensive or a snob, so be it.
The pensioner incident is sad but probably inevitable (at that age). It's her choice, and made an effort to be reclusive. She knew the consequences. If she'd been a cat lady, we'd known sooner.
- July 26, 2011
M July 26, 2011 03:18 PM
Then get out and be around people. Join a club or something and stop having a whinge!
That way the rest of us who want some peace can have it.
- Lurky
- July 26, 2011
@ Ronaldo
"I think the eagerness for solitude comes with age"
and housemates.
- The Scholar
- July 26, 2011
I howl in my pack.
- Ronaldo
- July 26, 2011
July 26, 201104:41 PM
Haha...been lucky in this lifetime, except for one, my ex-flatmates' been really good.
- MissTeach
- July 26, 2011
Harper Lee is often incorrectly reported as being a recluse. She is not, just rarely gives interviews. She leads a very active and well connected life with her friends and family.
Just saying!
- sj89sj
- July 26, 2011
With three young kids, there's always someone crying in my house. Quite often it's me. After a week of work and time with the kids I just want to be left alone. Often just to masturbate or read car magazines or whatever.
- chief wiggum
- July 26, 2011
Simon and Garfunkel
A Most Peculiar Man (P. Simon, 1965)
He was a most peculiar man.
That's what Mrs. Riordan said and she should know;
She lived upstairs from him
She said he was a most peculiar man.
He was a most peculiar man.
He lived all alone within a house,
Within a room, within himself,
A most peculiar man.
He had no friends, he seldom spoke
And no one in turn ever spoke to him,
'Cause he wasn't friendly and he didn't care
And he wasn't like them.
Oh, no! he was a most peculiar man.
He died last Saturday.
He turned on the gas and he went to sleep
With the windows closed so he'd never wake up
To his silent world and his tiny room;
And Mrs. Riordan says he has a brother somewhere
Who should be notified soon.
And all the people said, "What a shame that he's dead,
But wasn't he a most peculiar man?"
- realto
- July 26, 2011
"Taciturn, silent, insensible to the new breath of vitality that was shaking the house, Colonel Aureliano Buendia could understand only that the secret of a good old age is simply an honorable pact with solitude"
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, One Hundred Years of Solitude.
Of course, a pact with solitude implies an acceptance that there will be a lonely death. None need feel guilt over it.
- retired@33
- July 27, 2011
Nice article Sam. I'd recommend checking out this book as it expresses an introverts perspective brilliantly:
Also concur with a previous comment about dying alone and forgotten being something I expect and am untroubled by.
Everyone "dies alone", it is not a sharable experience though we try to comfort ourselves with that idea.
Your consciousness is extinguished. It's all over.
Whether you die in a nursing home surrounded by family, a hermit rotting away in an isolated farmhouse, in a nuclear attack, or have a heart attack on the toilet you are no longer aware you ever existed, so why give a rats?
The need to feel that you will be "remembered" stems more from personal vanity. That said I respect that extroverts need their rituals - just as long as they respect my wish as an introvert to be left alone and forgotten.
These lyrics from the song "Solitude is Bliss" by Aussie psych rock band Tame Impala sum it up for me:
Space around me where my soul can breathe
I've got body that my mind can leave
Nothing else matters, I don't care what I miss
Company's okay
Solitude is bliss
There's a party in my head and no one is invited
And you will never come close to how I feel
- diamondback
- July 27, 2011
Black and Blue Man
July 26, 2011 03:02 AM
The plight of Natalie Jean Wood reminds me of Clement Williams, who died in his Sydney home in 1992 but whose body wasn't discovered until 1995 - and eerily, his radio was still on. That story was a huge sensation at the time.
Reminds me of this song by Eric Bogle:
- AdamV
- July 27, 2011
Shelby July 26, 2011 02:41 PM
Haha - yeah, damn those socially irresponsible burglars!
I just think somebody should/would have noticed the smell.
Lot of people claiming to be wolves - I guess that's why we're all on the internet and not out with friends. Anyway. I love having friends and a girlfriend that I can hang out with regularly, and I often count the weekend a failure if I haven't gone out and torn it up with a bunch of people. I wish I caught up more with some of my friends. By the same token, I like having friends that I don't have to be constantly in touch with to maintain the friendship.
As for Natalie Jean, well, like Donnie Darko tells us, every living thing on this planet dies alone. Once you're dead I don't suppose it matters to you what happens to your body.
PS - I've always thought of the "lone wolf" metaphor as stupid (even though it sounds way cool). Wolves are fiercely loyal pack animals. You'd be hard-pressed to find an animal that prefers being alone. Whales, maybe? I think there would be less people claiming to be wolves if we had an equally cool collective animal, like a lion. Lions are awesome.
PPS - Anyway, sheep move in flocks, not herds.
- Lurky
- July 27, 2011
On a linked but slightly different note: a 57 year old woman was found (in a confused state) at Etihad stadium yesterday (Tuesday 26th July). It's being reported today that she had been there since the last AFL match was played there on Sunday.
No one reported her missing. I'm guessing she wasn't seeking solitude at the football.
- costa parki mik
- July 27, 2011
I'm in my mid 50's, friendly by nature, love to laugh, always joke around and look out for the weakest in the group, don't do ego. When I get home... I shut the door and I don't want to hear or see anyone (unless it's a friend) till I open the door again to go to work or do business.
I am so over listening to insecure, ignorant, passive aggressive, pre ejaculating stupid big mouthed idiot blokes who couldn't manage a root in a brothel or women who display their stupidity like it's a God given trophy, together with their insecurities,their barely disguised inherent nastiness and jealousy under a veneer of sincerity and concern. Bahh.
Yes that happens as you get older, you don't give up fully... you still keep turning over every pebble and listening to every nuance carried by the breeze in the hope of finding someone sincere, kind and tuned in.
Thank goodness for books and good tea and chocolate.
- tba
- July 27, 2011
Well if NJW wanted privacy her right to it was certainly crapped all over once she died.
I live alone and sometimes that makes me restless, other times im too comatose to even notice it. I love people and social contact; conversation especially keeps my passions alight. Well some conversations.
Come on, is there anything better on earth than a deep and heated debate with a person you find attractive? Up there for one of the best feelings on earth!
- Stormy
- July 27, 2011
July 27, 2011 09:37 AM
"PPS - Anyway, sheep move in flocks, not herds"
So do seagulls.
cue - "And I ran, I ran so far away..."
Isn't the point of the "Lone Wolf" metaphor that the person (or animal) is breaking with the pack mentality and going it alone? I never took it as meaning that wolves were solitary creatures.
In World War II, both German U-Boats and US submarines utilised a tactic called the "Wolfpack" - i.e. hunting en masse rather than individually. The US Navy still used the term in the Iraq War.
I think the point of using the term Lone Wolf was to signify being an outsider. Hence why Lemmy sings "I'm a lone wolf ligger, but I ain't no pretty boy" in Killed By Death.
- July 27, 2011
M July 26, 2011 03:18 PM
I feel the need to apologise for my abrupt comment.
I spend my days at work surrounded by people who whinge and complain that the world is not how they want it to be and do nothing to improve their lot or that of others. I don't know if they are just offloading or wanting me, or someone, to fix it for them.
My solitude is that I am with my own thoughts and my own self and if I don't like something I can fix it and not have to have others leeching my energy and optimism.
There are plenty of people in the world who have great troubles to face and being alone is the least of their worries. I look at the people in Norway and have no idea how I would cope in their situation and thank the gods that there haven't been nutters like that in this country for quite some time and pray to the gods that there never will be.
The part of my comment about going out and doing something different or joining a club or something like that in order to be around people and not feel alone remains my advice to you.
- For Real
- July 27, 2011
Interesting - I enjoy my solitude, when I can get it (I have a child). I also enjoy spending time with friends. And like most posters have said, my "friend" time is usually on my terms. "Pop-ins" are OK, as long as they're not habitual. I'm fairly easy going so it doesn't overly concern me if friends do pop over. I think the most important aspect of this discussion is whatever the individual feels comfortable with. If you're happy being alone and accept you may die alone and not be found immediately, good for you!!! If you want to be surrounded by friends, real friends that is, not FB or Twit friends, then likewise, good for you!! Each to their own ....
- AdamV
- July 27, 2011
Stormy July 27, 2011 11:44 AM
Well, now I just feel stupid. Thanks, bud.
I still think it's just that loners chose that animal to make themselves sound cool. "Lone sheep" works just as well in that case. Less romantic imagery, though.
Thanks for the history lesson too, but I cannot hear the term "Wolfpack" anymore without going straight to The Hangover...
- Kung
- July 27, 2011
Kung avoids the company of fools.
- teebee
- July 27, 2011
Simon And Garfunkel I Am A Rock Lyrics
A winter's day
In a deep and dark December;
I am alone,
Gazing from my window to the streets below
On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow.
I am a rock,
I am an island.
I've built walls,
A fortress deep and mighty,
That none may penetrate.
I have no need of friendship; friendship causes pain.
It's laughter and it's loving I disdain.
I am a rock,
I am an island.
Don't talk of love,
But I've heard the words before;
It's sleeping in my memory.
I won't disturb the slumber of feelings that have died.
If I never loved I never would have cried.
I am a rock,
I am an island.
I have my books
And my poetry to protect me;
I am shielded in my armor,
Hiding in my room, safe within my womb.
I touch no one and no one touches me.
I am a rock,
I am an island.
And a rock feels no pain;
And an island never cries.
- Pat
- July 27, 2011
This happens in Japan too. There was an elderly chap in Kobe whose body wasn't discovered for some years. Put it down to poor urban planning in the post earthquake reconstruction. The destroyed houses which previously formed part of a vibrant community were replaced with big ugly apartment blocks.
Doesn't happen here though. Everyone knows everyone else. Our door is always unlocked and open for visitors to let themselves in. It would be rude not to. Can be a pain sometimes especially when Shigemi san drops in, drinks all my Asahi and passes out on the floor at which point I have to phone his wife to come and collect him.
There is a reason that solitary confinement is considered a punishment. Perhaps some folks want to be punished or perhaps they just enjoy the company of memories. Each to their own.
But really to socialise only on one's own terms ? Not very fair on one's friends. Sometimes you need to socialise on their terms, just grin and bear it. That's the way I feel at work functions, a necessary evil.
Most of us are sheep, even if we don't realise it. I am, well at least my Shetland Sheepdog thinks so. Now if you want to escape people and crave company get yourself a dog. I may indeed be a bleater, but I am a big woolly prize Merino in the midst of a flock of ragged and scrawny mutton :).
- Stormy
- July 27, 2011
July 27, 201103:01 PM
Now a lone sheep would be making a statement!
Sorry if I came across as meaning to suggest you were being stupid, not at all what I intended. Will remove foot from mouth now.
I haven't seen The Hangover but I have had a few.
- ??
- July 28, 2011
i use to be the life of the party, but the last 5 years or so, i really enjoy my own company (and spending time with my partner, family members and 1 friend). Not sure how this came about, but i have slowly been heading this way. now i hate too much noise, too much talking and too much BS. i use to be very social when i was in my teens, 20's and 30's. i made friends really easy, and would/could talk to anyone. now, i like the opposite. i like to pass by unnoticed and not making too much fuss.
- July 28, 2011
Not wanting to respond to a text to meet up for a drink is no doubt a little different to being an elderly woman falling over and unable to move or make anyone hear her call for help which may have been the scenario. Also there's a difference between being reclusive and being depressed.
- Kali
- July 28, 2011
Ugh. That guy.
Why didnt he just link to the Essay and leave it at that? His article didnt add much value. He passed some quotes, and commented on them but thats it.
The quotes are out of context so the first, and then second time I read it I couldnt work out what was going on at all. I had to read it a few times to make sense of it. Im sure if I bother to go back and read it a 7th time Ill go Wow, hes so wonderful... but Ive got better things to do.
He didnt write a conclusion, it was like he was poking me and saying Hey, isnt THIS weird? every few lines. And then ending on a question that I presume made him think Man, Im deep and thoughtful... Ill leave them with this philosophical question. and then go Flagellate himself in the corner.
(did you send that link to Troll me?, if so; thats pretty funny)
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Tyndale Theological Studies Collection (5 vols.)
by Cone, Christopher, Olander, David, Cooper, Kenneth R.•
Tyndale Theological Seminary 2008–2009
The Tyndale Theological Studies Collection brings together five diverse publishings from Tyndale Seminary Press. From collected essays on dispensationalism to a discussion of important pastoral topics, the resources contained in this series are informative, highly practical, and theologically rich. These five volumes are composed of writings by noted biblical scholars and theologians, including Charles Ryrie, David Olander, Christopher Cone, Charles H. Ray, and many more.
In digital format, searching these volumes becomes a breeze. What's more, the Logos edition contains tagged Scripture references—making the verses accessible with a simple mouse-over. Whether you are a pastor, teacher, or lifelong student of the Word, you will find this collection to be a pivotal reference point for your biblical studies.
Key Features
- Superb scholarship from dozens of noted biblical scholars
- Fantastic writings from a dispensational viewpoint
- Includes essays with practical application for pastors
Product Details
- Title: Tyndale Theological Studies Collection
- Publisher: Tyndale Seminary Press
- Volumes: 5
- Pages: 1,862
Individual Titles
- Dispensationalism Tomorrow and Beyond: A Theological Collection In Honor of Charles C. Ryrie
- Prolegomena: Introductory Notes on Bible Study and Theological Method
- Life Beyond the Sun: An Introduction to Worldview and Philosophy Through the Lens of Ecclesiastes
- Practical Aspects of Pastoral Theology
- The Greatness of the Rapture: The Pre-Day of the Lord's Rapture
Contents and contributors:
- "The Necessity of Dispensationalism," by Charles C. Ryrie
- "Four Pillars of Dispensationalism," by Christopher Cone
- "Priorities in Presenting the Faith," by John C. Whitcomb
- "Basic Distinctives of Dispensational Systematic Theology," by Charles H. Ray
- "The Importance of Biblical Languages," by David E. Olander
- "The Principle of Single Meaning," by Robert L. Thomas
- "The Role of Israel in Dispensational Theology," by Arnold G. Fruchtenbaum
- "Dispensational Definition & Division Revisited," by Christopher Cone
- "The New Testament Use of the Old Testament," by Robert L. Thomas
- "Do We Really Hold Scripture to be Sufficient?" by John A. Tucker
- "Content, Object & Message of Saving Faith," by Jeff Heslop
- "The Times of the Gentiles," by David Criswell
- "The Pre-Day of the Lord Rapture," by David E. Olander
- "Daniel 9:24-27 Considered, Part I," by Charles H. Ray
- "Daniel 9:24-27 Considered, Part II," by Charles H. Ray
- "Metaphor & the Rapture," by Kevin D. Zuber
- "The Two Witnesses," by John C. Whitcomb
- "The Realization of Ezekiel's Temple," by Jerry Hullinger
- "Released From the Law for Sanctification," by John F. Hart
- "The Kingdom of Emergent Theology," by Gary E. Gilley
- "The Church & Social Responsibility," by Ron J. Bigalke, Jr.
- "Is Dispensationalism Hurting American Political Policies in the Middle East?" by Michael Stallard
- "Biblical Prophecy: An Essential Element in Living a Genuine & Useful Christian Life," by Paul N. Benware
This book in honor of Dr. Charles Ryrie was written by scholars who hold to the same basic view of Dispensationalism for which he is noted. In their chapters they address subjects related directly or indirectly to that system of theology. They exhibit a confirmed commitment to the authority, power, sufficiency, original languages, and correct interpretation of the Scriptures. Their work reflects careful exegesis of pertinent Biblical passages and significant interaction with writings of scholars who disagree with the Dispensational view of the Bible. Readers will be introduced to subjects not normally addressed by Dispensational authors. . . .
—Renald Showers
Christopher Cone, Th.D, Ph.D, is President of Tyndale Theological Seminary & Biblical Institute (Fort Worth, TX). He is also the author of The Promises of God: A Synthetic Bible Survey, and general editor of Dispensationalism Tomorrow & Beyond: Theological Essays in Honor of Charles C. Ryrie.
With insight and passion, Dr. Cone lays the foundation for the theological method he advocates by placing it squarely in the center of biblical theology, establishing that context effectively, and wrapping it all up in the literal-grammatical-historical method of hermeneutics. As he develops this context, Dr. Cone shows that biblical theology bears a vital relationship to philosophy, science, epistemology, and worldview. Dr. Cone develops his thesis around four pillars, which form the main body of his work:
- The existence of the biblical God
- God's authoritative self-revelation to man
- Natural-man's incapacity to comprehend God's revelation
- A consistent hermeneutic
Although all four pillars are important, the fourth pillar provides the real meat of the work by advocating a consistently literal hermeneutic as a means for understanding and developing the truths in the other three pillars and as the only hermeneutic that can correctly interpret Scripture and exegete truth from the biblical text. In addition, the book contains an extensive bibliography for further study.
Prolegomena is the study of presuppositions, definitions, and theological methods which are foundational to any doctrinal system. This volume concerning prolegomena is decidedly dispensational in approach and thus lays the groundwork necessary for understanding Scripture dispensationally. . . . offers an excellent theological study which is basic to systemic theology.
—Gary E. Gilley, Pastor-Teacher, Author
Solomon, in the book of Ecclesiastes, offers one of the most insightful earth-centered perspectives on the world and life in it. He examines succinctly the futility, the emptiness, and the hopelessness of life under the sun, life apart from God. At the same time, he suggests the wonder and value of even the simplest act when performed in the context of God's glory. In Life Beyond the Sun, Dr. Cone introduces an overview of Solomon's worldview and discusses how it seems to anticipate the worldviews of philosophers who came after him. As he discusses the various aspects of Solomon's Biblical worldview, Dr. Cone supplies a generous amount of parallels from philosophers through the ages for comparison. He notes how Solomon's criticisms of the endeavors of godless men seem to apply so well to some of the world's greatest minds.
Seventeen contributors offer valuable insights on many aspects of pastoral ministry. Subjects range from defining what a pastor is and describing his function within the church through the practice of church discipline, the role of a pastor's wife, the mission of a church up to the measure of success in pastoral ministry, all with the consideration of God's purpose and glory. Nothing of importance is left out.
Contents and contributors:
- "What is a Pastor?" by Joshua Bailey
- "A Preacher or a Teacher?" by Patrick Belville
- "Evangelical Feminism & Church Leadership," by Andy Woods
- "Principles of Financial Integrity as Illustrated by King Joash," by Vern Hargrave
- "The Plurality Principle," by Christopher Cone
- "Israelology & the Pastoral Role," by Arnold Fruchtenbaum
- "Time for Greek & Hebrew," by Dave Olander
- "A Biblical Model for Church Growth," by Ralph N. Cone Jr.
- "Early Challenges in Pastoral Ministry," by Shaun Richard
- "Priorities in Pastoral Ministry," by Steve Spurlin
- "Church Discipline: The Road to Restoration," by Gary Gilley
- "Pastoral Counseling," by Jerry Pelfrey
- "An Open Letter to Pastors from a Pastor's Wife: An Appeal to Vigilance," by Charlene Pelfrey
- "Help! I Married a Pastor! Encouragement for Wives of Pastors," by Lucy Cone
- "Glory to God Through Missions," by Jeff Heslop
- "Pastors are Planters," by Henry Vosburgh
- "Legal Considerations in Pastoral Ministry," by J. Shelby Sharpe
- "Pastors, Computers and XXX," by Jerry Pelfrey
- "Measuring Success With God's Purpose in Mind," by Christopher Cone
What is the rapture? What does it involve? When does it take place? How does it relate to other events in the last days? With insight and clarity, Dr. Olander answers these and other questions, while at the same time developing a new approach to an old subject.
In this book, Dr. Olander makes a tremendous contribution to end-times studies by introducing a more theologically sound terminology. In place of the concept of a "pre-tribulation rapture," Dr. Olander introduces and develops the idea of a "pre-day-of-the-Lord rapture" of the church. As he further develops this idea, Dr. Olander offers a better and more thorough understanding of the rapture itself, as well as a clearer understanding of the Day of the Lord.
David Olander, Ph.D., Th.D., is professor of Biblical languages at Tyndale Theological Seminary & Biblical Institute. He has been involved in missions in Germany, Italy, and Spain and has also served on the faculties of the International Bible College and Seminary and the Southern Bible Institute. He recently wrote The Greatness of the Rapture: The Pre-Day of the Lord Rapture.
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- Life Beyond the Sun: An Introduction to Worldview & Philosophy through the Lens of Ecclesiastes
- Dispensationalism Tomorrow & Beyond: A Theological Collection in Honor of Charles C. Ryrie
- The Greatness of the Rapture: The Pre-Day of the Lord Rapture
- Practical Aspects of Pastoral Theology
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The OneMinutesJr. gives youth the opportunity to have their voices heard by creating one minute videos that share their ideas, dreams, fascinations, anxieties and viewpoints on the world. The OneMinutesJr. held a workshop in Zaatari refugee camp, Jordan 18-23 January 2014. Read Part Two and Part Three.
Kids quietly filed into a pre-fabricated caravan for the first day of the OneMinutesJr. workshop. We are in base camp at the Za'atari refugee camp in northern Jordan, and today we begin a workshop on the theme "Our Now, Our Future."
The kids all live here at Za'atari, some coming almost a year and
a half ago. They are all from Syria and the majority have come
from Daraa, a city in southwestern Syria, just north of the
border with Jordan. The Za'atari camp hosts about 85,000 refugees
from the conflict in Syria.
Most of the seventeen participants of the workshop have never held a video camera before and their image-taking experience is mostly limited to mobile phones. Some of the ideas behind creating imagery are fairly distant for them, but we have faith that they will pick it up as the week goes on.
We try to strip down our teachings to the basics to give us more time, but it is still important to convey the essentials of camera shots and storytelling so that they can develop their ideas. Since the kids don't have any experience in this realm, we end up spending more time than usual to make sure they really understand the concepts.
To get the creative juices flowing, we conduct a free-form drawing exercise that will hopefully produce images to help in our conversations. The longer teaching time, combined with the translation needs and the limited hours in the camp, means that we don't get to discuss many of the participant's ideas today. However, the conversations we do have are very enlightening.
A common theme running through our first conversations are how much these kids miss Syria. Many of their drawings are things that they miss or had to leave behind. Mohammed (15) talks about the pot they used for coffee and tea which he would take to the farm, where they grew potatoes, cucumbers and tomatoes. He remembers how many stars he could see at night and the orchards they used to visit. When the violence started, they moved here and he has not seen his friends since. He has 8 brothers and sisters and he tries to be a good role model for them. He teaches them not to throw stones because it is a shame to do so and they will start a conflict. There are many incidents of children throwing stones here and this strikes us as an interesting aspect to show. So, we recruit some of the NGO workers in the base camp to act in the film. Watch it.
Batoul (14) wrote a beautiful text about her love for Syria. "I always think that Syria is paradise. I always imagine myself going back to Syria. The memories of Syria are great in my heart." She talks about her memory of the sun and when we point out that it is the same sun here, she says "This sun is not the Syrian sun. Here the sun is just like any sun." Even with her strong memories, she also points out that it's more important to focus on the future: "Even if I can't go back to Syria, I will have to deal with it." She tries not to have free time and reads a lot to learn about different cultures so she can fit into this society. We are struck by the idea of the sun being different and decide with Batoul to focus on this concept. Watch it.
Mazoun (16) is very well-spoken, which is not surprising considering she wants to become a journalist. Her goal is to focus on the future and she believes if you overcome the changes, you feel the joy of life…because the joy comes after effort. She has already faced a lot in her life, and has felt this sentiment in reality. When she was going to school in Syria, bombs were going off, but it didn't stop her from going. And here in Za'atari she is committed to going to school because she thinks it's very important. Since she wants to become a reporter, we ask her to interview the kids in the group about their happy and sad moments, and also what they want to be in the future. Watch it.
Much more talking needs to happen on the second day, but if we're lucky, we might get to start filming something.


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The children are nestled
All snug in their beds,
While dreams of a snow day
Dance in their heads.
It's snowing tonight in Christian County. Big wet flakes started falling about 7:00 p.m.Some of the "flakes" have been slushy rain. The grass is mostly covered with white, but on the sidewalks, the snow has been melting as it falls.
If the temperature drops just a couple degrees, and if the snow continues to fall, the roads may be a little slick tomorrow morning. Maybe school will be set back an hour or two, or perhaps it will even be cancelled.
If you could hover above Christian County tonight and tune into the thoughts of Christian County's children, you'd hear a chant of little mind-voices: "Please, let school be cancelled tomorrow. Please, let school be cancelled tomorrow."
That decision will be made about 5 a.m. by a team of school administrators. They drive out into the county and check some of the less-traveled backroads that are likely to have an accumulation of snow or ice. Then, if school is to be cancelled, a bulletin goes out to the radio and TV stations before 6 a.m.
It would have to snow a lot before Isaac's classes at the Community College were cancelled. And the roads would have to be truly impassable before I'd be able to skip work.
Dennis, however, has signed up to be a school cafeteria substitute worker. Currently, he's doing a two-week stint in one of the elementary schools. He's the only one at our house who has a chance of getting a surprise day of vacation tomorrow, due to the weather.
Often, the residents of Hopkinsville wonder why school was cancelled because the streets in town are clear. However, I can vouch that the rural backroads are often slick and treacherous, even though main roads and town streets are fine. It gets colder out here in the country, and we don't have much traffic, so snow and ice are more likely to stick.


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All week I've been trying to stave off the grippe. Not happening, my drippy nosed head is telling me. In my benedryl fogged haze I'm forcing myself to sit, quietly and do a little lap-top window shopping at, the aptly named: 'The future perfect' ~which carries, great tongue in cheek chic design.
'freck specs'~$600.00face 'jury' {btw, I was told this is the real way to pronounce 'jewelry'} for all of us freckle-less faces who always wished for nature's sprinklin's. 'three sixty table' ~ $1795.00 good ollie, this is awesome. 'graffiti pillow'~$175.00
graffiti needle pointed pillow. wow. I do so love this. It's granny tagger street chic, mon dieu.
'new york delft'~ $100.00 is new york the new amsterdam? hmmm.'london toile' wallpapers~$242.00 a roll
my sister can't live with toile~ as our dentist's office, growing up was plastered in it. I, on the other hand, will never tire of the detail patterny-pattern busy-ness of it. I also, love most timorous beasties wallpaper.'frutti di mare etched crystal'~ $298.00/pairI love a good frutti de mare themed table top piece {beats that tired old coral motif} 'franky tattoo cutlery'~$960.00 six person set sleeve your flatware, kid.it's like kirk repose´ for the inked crowd. beautiful and modernhappy friday, I need to go take another benedryl and dream of my future perfect.
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Thursday, February 26, 2009
::larry sultan::
Thanks for the correction, reader 'K' made re: today's post on Tina Barney. Naively, I attributed a shot by Larry Sultan to Tina Barney {above}
The photograph, of his parents, is part of a decade long series, Sultan worked on during the 70s and 80s. His father, Irvin, had recently been forced into retirement from his position as VP of Schick razor company. As initially conceived, the project was to be about "what happens when – as I interpreted my father's fate – corporations discard their no-longer-young employees, and how the resulting frustrations and feelings of powerlessness find their way into family relations," explains Sultan.
The similarities between Barney and Sultan's work are obvious. However Sultan's work invites you into a little grittier, suburban -less patrician- world {one series includes shots taken on porn sets} While I love the patrician elegance of Barney's work, Sultan's work is equally as beautiful and 'textured'.
"The daily practice of a photographer is to be distanced, to have a little bit of room between what you're doing and how you see, what you look at. For me the biggest surprise was that the distance I thought I needed as a photographer slipped. It wasn't about 'these' people it was about 'us'."
sorry Tina, sorry Larry......Thank you, K, for the clue in.
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Wednesday, February 25, 2009
:: tina barney ::
jill and polly in the bathroom, 1987
Allison Sarofima large-format, 8-by-10-view camera Barney is able to capture details and nuances of her sitters banal day-to-day goings on while never losing the richness and complexities of their surroundings. The final product is produced on enormous, 4 by 5 foot prints. Her work is almost like a 20th century, John Singer Sargent. When you see one of her pieces, it's as if you could climb up into the photograph and be in the room with the subjects. The colors are so rich and the details so precise.
There's a great, Tina Barney documentary on Sundance called, 'Social Studies'. I highly recommend.
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Tuesday, February 24, 2009
right now...
i'm jonzing for a warm summer's night and one of those impromptu dinner parties, the kind where your guests show up on bikes, wearing flip flops, sandy legs and expectations off.
"liberty london" for daisy hill sue fisher king you know, a casual, 'we were out riding bikes on this glorious warm evening, and thought we'd pop by. See what's shakin' scenic dinnerware$16.00 a popanthropologie
you take a quick spin to the market, grab a few things for the grill, bread, a couple bottles of wine...
rattan charger, sur la table4 for $40 pull together a table and grab a few extra chairs... william yeoward ,'fern' goblet a bit more than $40 *here*
alain st joanis flatware sue fisher kingsit late into the evening with easy conversation....yes, I'm jonzing for sure.
The most perfect pre-dinner, summer cocktail:I'm not much of a mixed cocktail gal, but this drink was introduced to me by my friend holly, and it's delish. St germain, is a liqueur made from elderflower blossoms {how can anything that tastes like a flower be bad?}
Monday, February 23, 2009
altered states
"The States is an ongoing personal project meant to be an exploration of form. The rules are simple: take the silhouette of a US state, and fit something inside of it."~illustrator Frank Chimero.
while the images used don't always reflect the culture of each state, Chimero likes to throw in a little visual reference here and there.
"idaho"he also makes really cool gig and inspirational posters among other great prints, like this one:
to see if your state made the cut or to buy a print *go here*
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Thursday, February 19, 2009
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barefoot sneaker
I want somebody to make these. Right about now, doesn't every one have really ugly, winter feet? What a genie of an idea. Paint your own, ideal 'summer feet'. nothing looks better than summer feet sticking out of a pair of jeans, after all. And if you have kids? OH. the ideas I have for you. Dinosaur feet? Furry paws? Bejeweled toes with crazy painted nails? This idea is ripe for interpretation. barefoot feet. the works of okat
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
impress me
designed by Jungyun Yoon {can we all stop, and collectively, say this name out loud?} was inspired by a Korean love song about a guy who discovers a sunburn mark where the ring of his ex girlfriend's once sat. They come with two sayings, 'will you marry me' and 'always'. I love any thing secrety like this.
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Monday, February 16, 2009
right on, target
Target you so crazy. First you invite Michael Graves to design for you, followed by Isaac followed by every other Tom, Dick and Harry of the design world. Now you're making, dirt cheap, great looking, upholstered chairs? Good work by you. I stumbled across these the other day looking for something completely unrelated and was really surprised. These are all around $300.00. And honestly, my guess, they're probably the same quality as Pottery Barn. check this {above} pattern out. Thomas Paul. right? I'm not sure what's going on there, but compare it to the Thomas Paul pillow below and be the judge:
oh and god forbid, it's ikat. Some loftier types say it's no longer 'happening'. I say it's been around forever and will continue to be a great graphic and organic 'kick' to any space. And at this price, what's to lose. personally, I'm still waiting for the, Rose Cummings wallpaper line for Target. But I have hope.
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Friday, February 13, 2009
peace out
Thursday, February 12, 2009
valentines from the heart
The other day, while standing in line at Von's my daughter grabbed a box of Valentine's. Dogs with computer manipulated over sized Keane-like heads and eyes, that if you moved the right way, would get even bigger.
More creepy than cute.Never one to take the road of least resistance, I insisted we make our own {oh I saw the best idea on-line, trust me it will be great}
*felt fortune cookies. I know, I haven't any idea what, cookies that have been falsely attributed to the Chinese culture, have to do with a Hallmark invented holiday. But, they sure look darn cute.
and when your mom is that excited about your valentines, you sort of have to stand back and let her wind up. The whole process was easy-peasy, and this year, the two girls were able and willing to partake.
I saw this idea on petit elefant blog~thank you! My older daughter at one point asked, 'do you think people are just going to throw these away?' um. probably, but it's all about the creating process
the directions are here at martha's website I chose to use pipe cleaners and a glue gun {we like instant satisfaction around here} If all of that sounds like too much, the above idea was posted on black*eiffel really cute and customizable to your hears content. happy valentine's day
*You can't really put candy in these. I ended up buying glassine bags to hold the fortune cookie plus a few chocolate candies, tying it off with a black and white polka dot ribbon.
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Wednesday, February 11, 2009
i like your wheels
vintage skateboards: surfing cowboys
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2014 Chevrolet Malibu Offers Improved Connectivity Features
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- Siri Eyes Free for users with compatible iPhones
- Standard MyLink system for mid-range and top-trim Malibu
The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu offers some new connectivity functions that could help drivers avoid distraction. Chevrolet's MyLink system includes a text-to-voice function that is capable of reading incoming text messages aloud so drivers can keep their eyes on the road. Drivers can also send limited responses without picking up their smartphones. For certain iPhone users, the latest Malibu also offers Siri Eyes Free, which further expands connectivity capabilities.
MyLink is Chevrolet's solution for connected information and entertainment. The system can be operated through a touchscreen, steering-wheel-mounted controls or voice activation. MyLink handles audio, vehicle information, apps such as Pandora and smartphone integration using Bluetooth. MyLink also includes OnStar functions and, on vehicles so equipped, navigation. The newly added text-to-voice functions and the Siri Eyes Free compatibility build on MyLink technology.
With the text-to-voice feature, connected smartphones deliver an incoming message to MyLink via Bluetooth. The driver is alerted of a new message and can choose to play it back or disregard it. MyLink reads the message aloud and allows the driver to respond with a preprogrammed message. Generic messages include "I'm driving and will contact you later." Drivers can also program their own messages when the vehicle is parked.
Siri Eyes Free will read back text messages, as well, but the technology for iPhone users with iOS 6 and iOS 7 goes even further with additional voice-activated features. For example, drivers can choose a song from their iTunes library, access their calendars, and compose and send custom text messages without picking up the device.
For 2014, MyLink is standard on two of the three trim versions (LT and LTZ) and is offered as an option on the base Malibu LS. Malibu isn't the first Chevy model to receive Siri Eyes Free as part of MyLink. The automaker offers it on two subcompacts, the Spark and Sonic. Chris Perry, Chevrolet's vice president of U.S. marketing, says a positive response from customers led to expanding Siri Eyes Free to more models.
"The response to Siri Eyes Free integration in Chevy Sonic and Spark from our customers has been remarkable," said Perry. "Easy, reliable and portable connectivity is a top priority for our customers, and Siri complements MyLink's existing capabilities to help deliver an incredible driving experience."
In addition to the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu, other 2014 Chevy models also offer Siri Eyes Free, including the Camaro, Cruze, Equinox, SS and Volt. The new features may not eliminate the potential distractions of mobile technologies for drivers, but they could help to keep drivers' hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
What it means to you: If you depend on text messaging to communicate as much as you depend on your vehicle to get you from place to place, consider a MyLink-equipped vehicle with text-to-voice or Siri Eyes Free, such as the latest Chevy Malibu.


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After many months of designing, coding, reviewing, testing and documenting, Qt 4.7.0 is finally ready for the big time. Although it's a little more than nine months since Qt's last feature release (4.6.0 on December 1, 2009), the seeds of some of the new stuff in 4.7 were sown much earlier. Indeed, many of the ideas behind the biggest new feature in Qt 4.7.0, Qt Quick, were born more than two years ago, not long after Qt 4.4 was released
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MACON, Ga. - Seven Atlantic Sun Conference institutions received public recognition awards from the NCAA for their latest Academic Progress Rate scores. These 12 teams posted multi-year APR scores in the top 10 percent of all squads in their respective sports.
Belmont University led the way for the A-Sun as four programs (men's basketball; men's soccer; men's tennis; women's tennis) garnered public recognition for posting APR scores ranging from 975 to a perfect 1000.
Campbell University placed its women's cross country and women's swimming programs on the list while Lipscomb University landed honors for its men's tennis and women's basketball squads as the only other institutions with multiple teams recognized. Gardner-Webb University (women's tennis), Jacksonville University (men's cross country), Mercer University (men's tennis) and Stetson University (women's crew) also featured programs spotlighted by the NCAA. Second year members University of North Florida and Kennesaw State University were not included in the rankings as they continue their reclassification process.
"These teams prove once again that student-athletes are students first, and many of them are excellent students," said NCAA President Myles Brand. "I want to personally congratulate these teams and their student-athlete who are working hard in their sport and in the classroom and setting a great example for all students."
A total of 839 teams received awards this year representing 217 Division I colleges and university. Of the teams receiving awards for their latest academic performance are 366 men's and mixed teams and 473 women's teams. The men's sports with the highest number of teams garnering public recognition are golf (51), cross country (49) and tennis (40). The women's sports with the highest number of teams receiving awards are tennis (64), volleyball (54) and golf (52).
The 12-member league headquartered in Macon, Ga., consists of Belmont, Campbell, ETSU, Gardner-Webb, Jacksonville, Kennesaw State, Lipscomb, Mercer, UNF and Stetson with Florida Gulf Coast and USC Upstate beginning competition in 2007-08.


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Oak Ridge senior Jordan Lane was perfect through five innings only to see Karns score three runs in the final two frames to win 3-1 at Hopkins Fields on Tuesday.
Disgust is a tough emotion to hide. It wore on the Oak Ridge baseball team pretty heavily as they knew they had let a win slip away.
Oak Ridge senior Jordan Lane was perfect through five innings only to see Karns score three runs in the final two frames to win 3-1 at Hopkins Fields on Tuesday.
"Baseball is a crazy game," coach Tom Froning said. "That's why at the high school level we play 35 games, in college you play over 50 and in the majors you play 162.
"They just outplayed us (the last two innings)."
Lane threw a marvelous gem going the full game striking out 11, allowing just five hits and one walk and two earned runs.
"Jordan threw an incredible game," coach Froning said. "You have to win a baseball game like that."
Of the 84 pitches the Western Kentucky signee threw, 59 were strikes and 19 of those were first pitch strikes in an extended zone that proved great for him and Karns pitcher Aaron Clark but bad for the Wildcats and Beavers batters.
After smashing out 14 hits against Sevier County and 11 hits against Webb on Saturday the Wildcats were held to just four hits against Karns.
"In 0-1 strike counts, we didn't get our pitch and lace it," Froning said. "We got a pitcher's pitch and he did a good job of keeping us off balance."
Oak Ridge's lone run came in the fourth with two outs. Prentice Young singled to left allowing Ralph O'Neal to advance to second.
Traven Proveaux then roped his second pitch toward the shortstop who committed an error on the play and allowed O'Neal to score.
Lane had two outs in the sixth inning and was looking in control and on pace to get his first perfect game of his high school career but a lazy ground ball back to him proved costly.
First baseman Luke Hebert couldn't make the catch with the setting sun blaring in his eyes. The Karns base runner advanced to third and scored on a single.
The Beavers filled the bases but Lane collected his poise and struck out the next batter to end the threat.
Three straight singles would add a run to the Karns tally in the seventh and a sacrifice fly would be enough insurance against an Oak Ridge (3-3, 0-2 in District 3-AAA) comeback.
Hebert led off the seventh for the 'Cats and scorched a line drive down the third baseline but it was caught saving the tying run from coming to the plate in the inning.
Young led Oak Ridge in hits. The senior went 2-for-3. Stephen May and Matt McDaniel each went 1-for-3.
Clark scattered four hits for Karns throughout the full seven innings walking none and striking out seven.
"We aren't going to press the panic button," coach Froning said of the loss.
Oak Ridge travels to Kingsport for a doubleheader against the Dobyns Bennett Indians and Sullivan South Rebels Saturday. The first pitch is at noon against the Indians at DBHS.
Robert Holder can be contacted at (865) 220-5508.


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Melt-in-your-mouth whipping cream pound cake that is moist, flavorful, and delicious.. Incredibly light and fluffy! Super moist with a crunchy outside layer and the inner texture is light, spongy, and airy just like the market pound cakes. Eggs are the base of this cake; kind of rising agent (that makes the cake rise) so mix it well. The more you mix the more air is incorporated in the batter which is essential for this cake. This cake has a slightly dense texture.
Cake flour when combined with whipping cream creates a wonderful cake with the most incredible texture! My hubby and older one couldn't take their hands off this cake. He said this is an Ultimate Pound Cake! It was wiped out in 2 days and I am up for making another one tomorrow 🙂 . As said above this cake has a delicious crunch to the crust so it needs no frosting. But again dusting it lightly with powdered sugar will hide all the imperfections from baking.
PLEASE NOTE – In the pic below melted butter was added to the recipe but the original recipe calls for soften butter and I will go with soften butter. Soften butter when creamed with sugar creates air pockets which is very essential for soft and fluffy cakes. On the other hand, melted butter fails to create air bubbles/pockets. Melted butter cannot emulsify because its a mixture of fat and water and it's emulsion is already broken. I have tried with both soften and melted butter and soften butter yields great results – softer and moist textured cake.
Though this recipe uses 6 eggs; but surprisingly it has no after taste of eggs once its baked. And whatever egg flavor was left in the cake was taken care by adding 1.5 teaspoon of Vanilla essence to the batter 🙂 . A versatile cake that can be used as a base for any cake recipe. As per one's preference you can add lemon zest or orange zest to give it a citrus flavor.
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The Central Connecticut men's golf team is in a sixth place tie after day one of the 2012 Northeast Conference Championships. The Blue Devils shot a 314 in the tournament's opening round which was held on Friday, May 4th.
The Northeast Conference is hosting the three-day, 54-hole championship tournament at LPGA International Golf Course in Daytona Beach, FL. The par 72 course is playing 6,919 yards long.
Mount St. Mary's (297) is the tournament's leader after one round of championship stroke play. Trailing the Mountaineers is second place Fairleigh Dickinson (301) and third place St. Francis (PA) (305). Robert Morris (309) and Sacred Heart (309) are knotted up in fourth place and Central is tied with LIU Brooklyn (314) for sixth. Monmouth (318), Wagner (328), and St. Francis (NY) (345) round out the 10-team field.
Junior Dan Fanion leads the Blue Devils after posting a 75 (+3) in the first round. The junior carded two birdies and made par nine times while marking down an eagle on the 14th hole. Fanion trails the tournament's individual leader, Sacred Heart's Leo Garcia (72), by only three strokes.
Cracking the top-20 individually was freshman Monte Mullen who registered a 77 (+5) on his first 18 of the tournament. The first-year Blue Devil birdied the fifth and eighth holes while making par an impressive 11 times.
Junior William Finnerty broke 80 on Friday shooting a 79 (+7). Finnerty birdied the 14th hole and made par on 10 of 18 holes played.
Sophomore Daniel Morgan (83) is in 41st place and senior Kevin Josephson (87) is tied for 50th.Team Results 1 Mount St. Mary's +9 297 297 2 Fairleigh Dickinson +13 301 301 3 St. Francis-Pennsyl. +17 305 305 T4 Robert Morris University +21 309 309 T4 Sacred Heart +21 309 309 T6 Long Island U-Brklyn +26 314 314 T6 Central Conn. St. +26 314 314 8 Monmouth University +30 318 318 9 Wagner College +40 328 328 10 St. Francis Coll-NY +57 345 345


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It's hard to say where Friday night's 10-6 win over Fresno State at Beiden Field ranks among the signature wins for the Lipscomb Bisons in the past two seasons, but beating the defending College World Series Champion is no small feat.
"You've got to know that it is great to beat the defending national champion," said Bisons coach Jeff Forehand. "The atmosphere was a little more heightened than usual. It was more like what we experienced late last season.
"But you have to keep it in perspective. We played in a tough atmosphere against a really good team and we came out on top."
It wasn't an easy trip.
The Bisons spotted Fresno State a one run lead in the first inning.
But in the third inning the Bisons responded with five runs only to give up three in the bottom part of the third.
Antonio Butler led off with an infield single to second base. M.L. Williams followed with an infield single to the shortstop. Tyler Wilson was then hit by a pitch to load the bases, Justin Sanders reached base on a fielder's choice as Wilson was thrown out at second, but the play allowed Butler to score.
Tennyson Dodd grounded out to the shortstop to send Williams across the plate. Branden Cadavid singled to right field to drive in Sanders. Ryan Wilkins doubled to right center to plate Cadavid. Jay Moreland then singled to center to send Wilkins home.
In the fifth Fresno State tied the game at 5-5 with one run.
The Bisons added one run in the eighth to take a 6-5 lead.
Allen Bolden started off with an infield single to second. Butler struck out, but Bolden stole second in a botched pick-off attempt. M.L. Williams flied out to right field, moving Bolden to third. Wilson singled through the left to score Bolden.
Again Fresno State came back with a run in the bottom of the eighth to tie the game at 6-6.
"Allen Bolden was walking around and talking to everyone in the dugout and telling them that all we needed in the ninth was a chance to win the game," said Forehand. "I guess he has been around me so much that he has heard everything I have to say."
With one out in the ninth, Wilkins and Moreland singled. Then fittingly Bolden sealed the deal with a three-run home run to right field. But the Bisons weren't through. Butler doubled to left center and Andrew Nickerson singled up the middle to score Butler.
"It was Allen's game," said Forehand.
California native Kyle Tognazzini came in and pitched the eighth and ninth innings, picking up the win in front of several friends and relatives. Tognazzini, 2-1, gave up one unearned run and struck out three.
Rex Brothers started the game for the Bisons and pitched six innings. He gave up four hits and five runs, four of them earned. He also struck out 11 batters, two short of his career high, while walking five.
Matt Bowling relieved in the seventh and did not allow a run on one hit. He also had one strikeout.
"Rex didn't have his best stuff," said Forehand. "But he still kept us in the game. He threw his best in the latter part of his time on the mound.
"Matt came in held it for us in the seventh. Then we handed it to Tognazzini in the eighth to finish it up."
The Bisons pounded Fresno State pitchers Jake Floethe and Zac Bischoff for 18 hits, a season high. Wilkins and Butler led the team with three hits apiece. M.L. Williams, Sanders, Moreland and Bolden each had two hits.
"We were hoping that we could continue to hit like we had been the last few games," said Forehand.
The four-game series continues Saturday with a doubleheader beginning at 4:05 with Brandon McClurg and Josh Smith starting for the Bisons. Charles Williams will be on the mound Sunday at 3:05 to close out the series.
The Bisons are 13-10 overall. Fresno State is 10-10.
The games with Fresno State can be heard on the radio by going to http://www.kmj580.com/pages/main.