Let It Be by The Beatles is in my opinion one of the best songs ever written. Here I cover the song. I just recorded this on my iPhone, in my room, playing my little Yamaha keyboard. I hope you enjoy
The Beatles Let It Be Lyrics:
Songwriters: John Lennon and Paul McCartney
When I find myself in times of trouble
Mother Mary comes to me
Speaking words of wisdom
Let it be
And in my hour of darkness
She is standing right in front of me
Speaking words of wisdom
Let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
And when the broken hearted people living in the world agree
There will be an answer
Let it be
For though they may be parted
There is still a chance that they will see
There will be an answer
Let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
And when the night is cloudy
There is still a light that shines on me
Shine until tomorrow
Let it be
I wake up to the sound of music
Mother Mary comes to me
Speaking words of wisdom
Let it be
Let it be, let it be, let it be, let it be
Whisper words of wisdom, let it be
Two nights ago I went and saw the new Alice In Wonderland movie at the IMAX 3D in Sacramento. While I mostly enjoyed the experience and the movie, I don’t think I’d actually score the movie very well.
In fact, while I’d say it was fun and amusing, I’d also say that that the IMAX was distracting, the acting was only mediocre, and the story was a little dull.
Johnny Depp, who played the mad hatter, was mostly a bore. His characters of late all remind me of each other, and it would have been much more exciting for me to see Tom Cruise or Morgan Freeman play this role. At least that would’ve been something new.
Anne Hathaway, who played the White Queen, was by far the worst casting decision in the entire film. Besides the fact that her makeup looked horrible, her acting was shallow and unbelievable and her character was unlikeable. Every time she was on screen I cringed.
Helena Bonham Carter, admittedly one of my favorite all-time actresses, did a great job as the queen, though her oversized head was almost too distracting.
The star of the show, Alice (played by Mia Wasikowska), was the single breath of fresh air in the entire film. Her character, looks, and acting were the main reason I enjoyed this movie.
Overall, I’d say this movie is worth seeing. Though, if I had it to do over again, I would not have watched it in IMAX 3D. And if you’d told me I couldn’t see it till it came out on DVD, I don’t think I’d complain.
I’m not sure… I know it happened sometime in the last four months. I know this because I just realized it was gone, and I can remember a time a few months back when it was here.
The strange thing is that I don’t remember how it left. But I know that it did.
This may take some of you by surprise. If you know me at all, you know that I am generally very upbeat and happy. I love life. I love being alive. I love sharing who I am with the people around me. I love making them see the beauty that is life and the strength that is within them.
You see, I have always believed in the divine nature of man. I know that we have the potential to be so much more than we are. And I know that getting there is within our power. It’s within us.
I have always told people this. I have always tried to instill in others knowledge of the strength they have inside, the power that is their vision of themselves, and the ability they have within themselves to positively affect their lives and the world around them.
Somehow lately, I stopped actively believing this for myself. I forgot that my happiness and joy was a choice I make. I forgot that I have a reason to be happy—many reasons.
A few months ago I came face to face with a realization that shocked and hurt me. And it wasn’t so much that I had never thought of it before. The shocking part was that I didn’t realize the depth of the matter or understand how deeply it would affect me.
If I had to pick a moment when the joy began to leave my life, I would say it was that moment. From then on, this realization began its strangle hold on my life. As I allowed it to strangle me, I did my best to hide it. Unfortunately, I couldn’t hide it—not from everyone. Some very close friends had to deal with the affects too.
Instead of learning the lesson and moving on, I let the wound fester. I focused on it. I tried to make it go away by constantly dwelling on it. I started to blame my circumstances and those around me for my unhappiness. I also started to expect that the people around me would give me the happiness I couldn’t find myself.
Along this journey, I negatively affected one of the best friendships I have ever had. I became a drag. I lost the life in me, and I expected this friend to follow me through my despair and pull me out.
I realize now how wrong I was. And how unfair. I wish I could go back and undo these last months to keep the wounds I caused from being inflicted. Unfortunately, all I can do now is learn and grow.
I am very sorry to any of you that have had to carry me these last few months. I am so indebted to you for your patience and love, and I am so sorry for any pain, frustration, or annoyance I have caused you.
To my friends who put up with me despite my recent depression, I am very sorry. I am working now to revive the life and joy that you used to associate with me.
I may be down, but I am far from done. If there’s one thing I have always believed, it’s that I can do anything I put my mind to. And so can you.
Well, if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re one of the few. Avatar the movie (directed by James Cameron) has already grossed more than any other film in box office history other than Titanic, Cameron’s other most successful movie to date. At approx 1.7 billion dollars after only 1 month (go here to see current stats), Avatar is on pace to beat Titanic.
I saw it opening night (against my will) and again 2 days later. I also saw it in IMAX 3D about a week ago. It is one of the most visually stunning films I have ever seen – despite the fact that the majority of the visual elements in the film were computer generated. And the creativity involved in this movie (from a visual and world-creation standpoint – characters, creatures, plants, etc.) is spectacular.
Sam Worthington plays the lead male role and performs admirably. But the star of the show by far (in my opinion) is Zoe Saldana. Her physical grace and emotional depth come across beautifully even through her CGI blue alien form. Mention should also be made of the CGI experts that made blue skin not only attractive, but very real.
The only weak point in the film is the story, which follows other similar plots previously explored in Pocahontas and Fern Gully. In my opinion, the story is told well enough with good enough special effects and acting that the unoriginal plot line doesn’t bother me. In fact, I enjoyed it thoroughly.
In short, if you haven’t seen this film, I suggest you do.
I hope you all had a great time on New Year’s Eve, and I hope you all have a great year. I will continue to work on my goals, and I hope you continue to work on yours as well.
I am still working on my new album. I have finished six songs and have been working on many others as well. I will hopefully have this second album completed this year.
Even though my six pack abs didn’t completely emerge by January 1st, I have continued to work towards them as well. Since I started my journey, I’ve gained a lot of muscle and dropped from 189 to 175 pounds.
Anyway, I hope you guys remember that life is to be lived and enjoyed. If you’re not enjoying life, then figure out why not and fix it. Have a nice day
I know this is coming a little late, but I wish you all a very Merry Christmas! I hope you had a great time and got to see your loved ones. I hope we all can remember why we celebrate Christmas and take that message to heart.
Wow these last few months have been rather excruciating for me… and I mean that in the most positive way imaginable.
Does your life ever sometimes just feel like too much to handle? Mine does. And recently it’s been overwhelming me a lot. Luckily this week I think I hit rock bottom and have begun to claw my way out. Thursday night I got a blessing and yesterday I had a few realizations, as well as some needed conversations, status checks, and heart to hearts. Sorry to anyone my blueness has affected.
I felt devoid of life… like I was slipping away into blackness. So, to commemorate the occasion, I got creative. This is what I came up with: a visual representation of how I’ve been feeling lately, especially this last week. I hope you enjoy, and I hope you don’t feel this way. If you do, listen to some good music and make a decision to knock it off, turn around, and start clawing your way out.
In my opinion, truth is the way things are. There is only one truth. Everyone may disagree on what it is, but that doesn’t mean there are multiple versions of it. The earth, for example, was created somehow. It was created once and in only one way. We may never know the truth of how it was created, and we may all disagree on it, but there is a truth. And there is only one truth.
In my mind, the search for truth should not be consumed with tearing down other beliefs. Truth should stand on its own and persuade people of its veracity by the pure fact that it is there. And dwelling on why something is wrong is not searching for truth either. If it is not truth, then why dwell there. Look somewhere else for the truth.
On a related topic…
I have always said that true religion and true science are the same thing.
In fact, the purpose of both religion and science are the same: to find truth. They approach their search for truth in different ways, but each still focuses on finding truth.
And because there is only one truth, if they could both uncover the truth, they would both support the same truth and therefore each other. That’s why I say true religion and true science are the same thing. For more on this topic, you can read my post titled “Truth In Fiction – Volume 1″.
