Storyline: On her attempt to flee the Nazi round-up of Jews in Norway, Esther finds herself alone, on an occupied farm forced to conceal her identity; leading to a series of choices and consequences which shift the paths of those around her. This story uncovers a hidden slice of history that grips at the heart […]
To Ponder
Across the Fence: Perfume
Apparently, we human beings don’t think that we are a race that smells good. Or not good enough. After a physical work-out or during hot weather such as we currently see it is true. Because when we perspire, bacteria mix with the sweat – and can cause odor. Having eaten specific food might enhance the […]
Sexual activity on a broad scale has done well for our world
For many people, having sex with another person of the same sex is a sin against God or at least their version of God. That means people who choose their version of both God and sex see themselves as the moral compass of society and possibly a second or third in command of the appropriateness […]
A Fighting Man – Review
I woke up at two in the morning. I tried starting a couple Prime films that had familiar names, but they kept failing and wouldn’t start playing. I remembered the title of A Fighting Man. It sounded like a boxing story, so I thought I would give it a try. It began playback, just like […]
Perfumes Do More Than Just Smell Good – Movie Review
Officially, knowledge of perfume entered Europe in the 14th century, but I’m willing to bet some kinds of perfume made their entrances long before that. Perfume is a mixture of oils and aroma fragrances that give the human body, animals, and homes an agreeable smell or scent. “A woman’s perfume tells more about her than […]
In the matrix
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. the popular “Matrix” movies, the main character is named Neo. His name reflects the Greek prefix for “new” since he gets a new identity during the film. At Pierce County we also have a “Neo” that reflects new people but ours is an acronym: NEO. It stands for New […]
Across the Fence: A World of Words
Have you ever been aware of how many authors there are around in the Puget Sound region? And beyond? Of course, you have been to your local libraries and book stores. So, you know they are out “there”. But did you know that maybe your neighbor is one? Or knows one? Maybe, it’s because authors […]
Waiting for the Barbarians – A Contemporary Metaphor
Storyline: At an isolated frontier outpost, a colonial magistrate (Rylance) of an unnamed empire suffers a crisis of conscience when an army colonel (Depp) arrives, intending to interrogate the locals about a suspected impending uprising, using cruel tactics that horrify the magistrate. I found this beautifully shot film on Prime. Official trailer – imdb.com/video/vi2417147417 An allegory […]
What’s in a name?
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. Someone’s name is core to who they are and their identity. It likely reflects both their family and their heritage. Some people change their names – focusing more on their future than their past. My last name is somewhat unique and has been subject to many mispronunciations and misspellings […]