Paint VS Write

Why do people that paint, wish to write? And why do people that write, wish to paint? Words sometimes seem too bold or blunt, a word that one does not understand can still be defined; translated. The meaning behind a painting can be hidden and masked, the reader(viewer) has to find meaning and search within as to what the painting may resemble or mean, or the story it holds in its canvasy flesh. Yet the meaning they find can be their own, a personal translation. Only the painter may be the only mind to tell its story, but sometimes that takes away the beauty of allowing a viewer to relate to the translation they were able to create. A writer can do the same, masking the meaning behind his or her words. They can write of a cold November day, the snow on the ground, the wind crisp and cold. Yet it could be the story of a lovers quarrel. The reader, not knowing the authors written meaning, is given the chance to relate and translate. The writer similar to painter, and painter to writer. They can paint the colors and landscape of each poem, the gift of sculpting and molding the words for the reader to view; imagine, as a painting in their mind. Each word and sentence adding up, painting each detail, each scene the author describes views as a little masterpiece.

Russian Banya

In Russia and many places across the world there is a different term or meaning behind the Sauna. As a Healing, Social Role, and the spa and beauty culture. I found the Russian and Finnish terms in the Media, and I include one of my favorite shows “Departures”. So not only interest of culture but also the love for traveling and my wonderful fascination with Russia! In Russia, the hottest sauna’s and the interesting tradition of beating other sauna-goers with birch branches, “Venik” in Russian. During winter people sometimes or usually go have a swim, rinsing off in the lake and even run and roll in the snow naked! In some parts of Russia the Banya is most known as a public bath house, a large setting with three different rooms. A Dry sauna where the beating with birch branches takes place, a pool of cold water to relax, cafeteria, and a large area with marble beds to have massage. To be traveling in that location and get to see so many different parts of Russia and the many cultural, society and social areas of it would be amazing, not only that but to experience the activities there. As does so many other places sound amazing, with almost every aspect of learning and understanding a small part of that culture would be an honor in any place!

English Bay, Vancouver B.C.

Reminisce, Illuminants of Weeping Stardust

Each day the sun sets, it rises. Burns bright and shines, sometimes hides behind a mask. The rain, thunder, lightening and heavy cloud. We rise and we set, we can hold a thousand thoughts, a lifetime of memories; Nostalgia. Why do we wish to imagine simplicity, wish our fears were childhood ignorance? After all ignorance is bliss, is it not? Where would it leave us in the end, what path’s would we be able to choose in present day. Every morning a quote is followed, or believed in some matters, that today is only starting off, that when we lay our heads down it’s the end of that day. We start at the end, and every step leads to a beginning, putting each puzzle piece together. Trying to put reason and meaning together. Sometimes what we find reason for, what we believe in is challenged. Put on a pedestal in front of the judges, challenged with new thoughts, meanings and ideas. Contemplating and procrastinating against choices we might have, future plans, but that too is challenged by what those choices may effect in present day or result in. What all does this mean? What change has it brought? What has it resolved? Don't present such questions to me, as this too is merely a thought.

Good afternoon!

The sun is shining very bright today, a reason for high spirits and wide eyed smile. I'm posting to say I have a ton of writings to post, and due to being busy with a various amount of things I haven't been on in awhile. But I'm back! I hope you are all enjoying this spring that has finally sprung! Time for spring cleaning and yardwork, right? Haha! I must say at least it's preparation for an evening better season - Summer! Another one of my favorite seasons, the Vancouverites coming together in celebration for summer, the beach, the exciting community events, garage sales(another one of my favorites, you find such pretty treasures!), the celebration of lights and I cannot forget one of the greatest events- Pride Festival! That's right ladies and gentlemen, I believe it's going to be even bigger this year, so prepare! Get your costumes out, your mardi beads they throw and if so- prepare the floats! Come celebrate love equality, but most of all for everyone to come out and have some fun! As time for me to prepare some upcoming posts, I will update you soon and enjoy this spring day! -kleo