Recently a friend put up a link on Facebook that got my thoughts flowing; on what might be built upon the site where the Twin Towers fell.  

For what it's worth, here're my 2 cents:  

I think they should build a universal worshiping space there.  Something grandiose, majestic and lovely, w/the names of the people who died there subtly engraved in a central point somewhere, w/a tribute message encouraging people to -come together,- so nothing like 9/11 ever happens again (in this country, and everywhere)...  It could be a big, glorious glass dome, the inside of which would be bathed in light and naturally lit from overhead- like a circular or ovular version of the pyramids @ the Louvre...  Someplace where people of all religions could find peace, seek contact w/their faith(s), and worship in freedom.  Someplace all in white marble and twining, spiral columns.. so that it identifies w/all religions, and none specifically at all...  

I keep picturing a huuuuuuge place, with groupings of seats here and there, and marvelous, light tilework decorating the floor; with a pagan circle happening in one section, a group of Muslims answering the adhan (a call to prayer) in another, while still separate group- perhaps a full Catholic congregation holding Mass- continues their practice in yet another area.  ..And all would be united by this brilliant dome of light overhead, and perhaps one grand, curving wall...  All respectful of one another, all following their practices in reverence and peace.  

The space could even house secular events at certain times, with respect to differing cultures' spiritual cores...  Like cultural festivals w/folk-dance ceremonies- whirling Dervishes and massive pow-wows, Hindu, Buddhist & Taoist festivals, teachings of sacred arts (like Muslims teaching prayer-rug weaving, Hindus teaching the rituals of mhendi, etc), and quiet prayers being whispered in serene, light-hewn pews....  No doubt to some this sounds insanely idyllic and wildly improbable.  But hey, this is -my- ideal of what should be there.. ya know?  Personally, I think anything that goes there should be universal in its appeal/draw, a synthesis of both the old and the new,  and should offer something folks could learn from.  It should be something more than just a remembrance for the dead- but a celebration of life as well.  Someplace where all people could come together in the search for faith, personal (as well as cultural) growth, harmony, and understanding.  :)

Okay, I'm done now. ;D

Yours Forever in Song,
The Waterling

A great radio station I listen to has a theme section of the day, every day. (They let folks know the theme, and request people to call in q/their music ideas that're associated w/that theme.) I thought it might be fun to relay that theme here on occassion, and see what people come up with in this forum, in the spirit of fun and the sharing of good music. :):) 

Plus we've got less restrictions here! :D:D They're a "Rock" station, but I don't think peopls' selections should be limited to any one genre or another. If your song applies, then post it- whether it's Celtic, Rock, Pop, Latin, Techno, or whathaveyou!  ^_^

So from now on, every now and again I'll put up a theme for a particular idea, thought, etc., and I'd love to hear what people have to contribute!! ^_^  (Even if it's just ideas for new themes! ;D:D)  Whether it has to do w/the musician/band, song title, or lyrics it doesn't matter, as long as it's pertinent to the theme. :)  Often it'll be the same theme as the one they had on The Globe that day. But other times it might just be something I think they SHOULD play, or an event/holiday-specific theme that's relevant to something happening in the Real World at the time; like Halloween, weddings, etc. :):)

Maybe it'll get to be a daily thing.. or maybe I'll not post for a theme for a decent stretch of time. Either way, if you're interested, post away! ^_^

..Maybe I could even put together a playlist on Project PLaylist of the songs people contribute with, and put a link to it on that day's entry to show off all the hard work people've done, and all the musical awesomeness & contributer creativity put forth for that theme if it gets a good turn-out! :D:D:D

What do people think?

Hmm.. I love LJ... It R so Neat. ^_^

Cheers,
Nae

PS Our Theme for the Day is:

Femme Fatales.



My contributions have to do with songs about them AND from them.
1.  Garbage - Number One Crush
2.  Sarah McLachlan - Possession
3.  The Eurythmics - Who's That Girl
4.  Madonna - Who's That Girl
5.  Fiona Apple - Criminal
6.  Paramore - Misery Business
7.  Bad Cabbage - You're Rude, Get F^#@ed 
8.  NIN - Closer
9.  That "Sex- You're My Obsession" song
10. Tom Jones - Sex Bomb
I'm thinking of putting this on a t-shirt, along w/a few simple curves of the female body... (Suggestive but tasteful, of course:)

"I long to be moved by your beauty in the moonlight,
To be enchanted by your voice in the night,
To adore your sweet curves in our own sacred spaces,
And be warmed by your glow, no matter the light.

I yearn to be captivated by the rush of your kiss,
To be enveloped by your skin's gentle touch,
To get lost in the harmony of our mutual song,
And to find you; my heart's only love."

I'm pondering moving "moved" and "captivated" around.. but for the most part that's prettty much it.
So.. what do y'all think..??

I wanna do something expressive and very "me" for this, 'cause I'm sick of trying to go w/some sort of silly stereotype in mind. Yes, I'd like to attract ladies' eyes for all the right reasons.. but not by conforming to some someone else's preconceived notions that I don't fit into anyway.. ya know? So.. I'm thinkin' a cuttin' up a T and painting this on there.. and possibly wearing my new tight hoodie sweatery thing under it. Pants? Skirt?? I dunno. Hell.. maybe I'll just wear the same thing I wore on New Year's, w/the silver sequins and the gypsy skirt.... Hmm...

Well, any suggestions, anyone? ..I guess I'm kinda obviously stressin' here.. huh? ;)

Ciao for today, all! Thanks for the input in advance. ^_^
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