Help Me to Understand

MY RHYMING POEM

Don't Know What You're Saying

Excuse me, Mr. Zombie, but I just don't know what you're saying
I'm trying to be understanding because I know that you're decaying
Pronounce your words better, and I hate to be so blunt
But I would like to hear more than just a groan, a moan, or grunt

- Sherry Hill

MY HAIKU

Slow Down

I don't understand
I want to know you better
Slow down and relax

- Sherry Hill

APPRECIATIONS
I believe it's important to not be so full of ourselves. People help you along the way. So let's not be lazy about giving thanks.

Trip to Tyler
I belly danced with my dance sisters and drummers at the Four Winds Canterbury Faire  in Tyler, TX.  I had a great time! Here are my appreciations:

The Drivers - Thank you, drivers! I had a chance to sleep and write. I know driving is quite a chore - especially when paying attention to  street signs and regulations. Thank you for driving safely.

Performers -  I love seeing my friends. I wish we can see each other more often. It's always fun working with you. Thanks for helping me brainstorm ideas for my stories. See you next year!


Z-JOURNAL

Words to Songs

I was clapping and stomping to live Celtic music at an evening event in Tyler. I looked around the audience and noticed a man singing along. He seemed to know the words to every song! I was fascinated. I don't think I know all the words to any song (except children's songs - "Three Blind Mice" was da bomb).

For some songs, I concentrate more on the rhythm and beat rather than  the words. For other songs - I just don't understand what they're saying.


TOO MUCH Z-NESS?Do you find yourself getting lazy? Maybe someone called you lazy and that you need to get off your butt. Perhaps you're not accomplishing your goals like you should. Are you blaming the government for everything? Well, it's time for you to tackle your excessive Z-ness. I hope this tip helps you.

Well, I could look up the lyrics on the web and memorize them, but that's just too much work - especially when I want lyrics to many songs. I'll just make up some words for the parts I don't know. Are you like this?  

Tip

But wouldn't it be nice to know the words to all our favorite songs? We could clap, stomp, and sing along. That would be cool, right? Why don't we learn one song at a time? Pick one of your favorite songs and practice everyday. Sing phrases in the shower, close your eyes and see the words in your mind, sing them on your way to work, and sing the lyrics at work for practice. Who knows? Somebody might help you out.

Teenagers seem to know all the words to songs. You might ask them about the lyrics (depending on the song).

THE CHILLING CORNER
Because sometimes you need to chill

Movie 

The Sculptress

This movie is based the book, The Sculptress by Minette Walters. I want to see this movie again. It was weird. And I like weird. A woman is sent to prison for killing and dismembering her family, and a writer wants to prove that the inmate is innocent. I like the power of manipulation, and I especially loved the scene between the woman and the priest. I definitely need to read the book.

Book

For the following books, I received a free digital copy from storycartel.com in exchange for a review.

Passing Judgement: Short Stories about Serving Justice by Lesann Berry

The stories were beautifully written. Lesann Berry packed a lot of information in the stort stories. The twists left me thinking about human nature and decisions. I particularly liked the Thai plastic surgeon story. As I was reading the stories, I tried predicting the ending, and I was always surprised. Some stories were wordy at various spots, but for the most part; I enjoyed reading them.
Fresh Start by Sandy Kreps

Fresh Start is a good book for beginners about organization and decluttering. Most of the tips I've heard before, but the compilation of ideas was nice. I did appreciate the included links - particularly about mail. I thought the beginning of the book about goal-setting was too long. It was an easy read and I learned helpful hints. The bathroom tips were my favorite. Kids were mentioned a lot in this book, so it could be a helpful book for children assist in the decluttering process.

Deception  by Stacy Claflin

I enjoyed this young adult book. The author does a good job in advancing the story as well as developing character. It was a page-turner and a fast read. I would have liked for the pace to slow down  when Alexis was developing her skills. I loved the relationship between Alexis and Tanner. I'm looking forward to reading Betrayal, the next book in the series.

Music

"Calabria" by Enur ft. Natasja

I love this song! But I didn't know what she was saying. I got the lyrics from the web, and this will be the first song I'm determined to learn. It will take lots of practice, but I could do it. Natasja has a unique voice that flows with the music.The instrumental version is good, too.  If you hear me singing the lyrics, don't be surprised. I'm practicing. Help me out when you can. Thanks!


THE LEARNING CORNER

Vocabulary

obfuscate

verb (used with object), ob·fus·cat·ed, ob·fus·cat·ing.

1.

to confuse, bewilder, or stupefy.

2.

to make obscure or unclear: to obfuscate a problem with extraneous information.

3.

to darken.

"obfuscate." Dictionary.com Unabridged. Random House, Inc. 25 Apr. 2013. <Dictionary.com http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/obfuscate>.

Sentence

Please do not obfuscate the facts about the recent zombie attacks; we need to face the truth so we can fight back.

Learning Moment

In a conversation with a trucker, I mentioned  I used to be a waitress at a trucker's motel and see certain woman hang around with a particular job description. He told me they were called "lot lizards". Some truckers even put a sticker on the windshield that displays a lizard with a bar across it (meaning no lot lizards). I did not know this. I learned something new! I'm thinking about writing a story about this. Hmmm.