Die Wand

“Lynx was very cheerful, in very high spirits, but an outsider probably wouldn’t have noted the difference. After all he was almost cheerful all the time. I never saw him stay sulky for more than 3 minutes. He simply couldn’t resist the urge to be happy. And life in the forest was a constant temptation to him. Sun. Snow. Wind. Rain. Everything was an occasion for joy. With Lynx nearby I could never stay sad for long. It was almost humbling that being with me made him so happy. Perhaps man’s illusion of grandeur come from dogs. Sometimes even I felt that I must be very special., if Lynx was merely topping over with excitement just to see me. Of course, there wasn’t anything special about me. Like all dogs, they are simply addicted to people.”

This Austrian drama-fantasy film based on the novel by Marlen Haushofer and adapted into screenplay and directed by  Julian Polsler was nothing short of cinematic genius. ‘Die Wand’ which means’ The Wall’ was beautifully shot and beautifully written, with magnificent moments allowing the audience to digest slowly each emotion, each word and each step along this woman’s journey to adaptation; ultimately allowing nature to cradle her into the unknown.

This film made only $38 thousand USD at the box-office but garnered 3 wins and 11 nominations, one of which includes Best Foreign Language Film nomination for the 2014 Oscars. The entire film was voice narrated and there was no dialogue throughout. Even though it was slow-paced due to it’s contemplative nature, the cinematographic scenes and strength in the story; this really pivoted the film forward. There is no clear sense of what this ‘wall’ truly is, but may be symbolistic for a varied amount of things like learning ‘contentment’, ‘acceptance’, ‘bonding with nature/learning from nature’, and ‘simplicity of life/lessons from animals’. German actress Martina Gedeck held her own expressing a sense of longing, lost, yearning and dreadful gloom. A place we all can relate visiting at certain times of our lives.

Guilt Trip

This 2012 comedy written by Dan Fogelman and directed by Anne Fletcher starring Hollywood favourites "funny-man" Seth Rogen and singer/actress Barbra Streisand was for me, anything but a comedy. Sure there were funny moments; the moments between most parents and children that we all experience that are funnily awkward. However I felt that this film was more of a 'family-drama' showcasing how relationships within the family change in time and how special moments bring that bond back together.

With a budget of $40 million USD, they were close to making it all back at the box-office but didn't and instead garnered one nomination; not the most pleasurable - 'The Razzle Award' for worst actress. Despite those facts I felt that Rogen and Streisand had good chemistry on camera and indeed delivered wonderfully the emotions that mother and son shared. Viewers were also reminded about the important lesson of 'not giving up' as well as realizing despite your love for someone; no matter how much you love them, if it's not right, it never will be and that it only means you're still on your journey towards finding the puzzle piece that fits your puzzle.

High on the 'awe-factor' but good moments of laughter throughout. I'd recommend as a good family bonding experience.

Stromae

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In your Timing

** Inspiration for 2014. Don't be afraid to be you - whatever your calling may be; you're being called for a reason - GIVE IN **

Wait in Joyful Anticipation

Sometimes we are impatient. We want what we want - NOW! But we find out that now might not be the best time. Everything happens exactly when it is meant to happen - the most perfect time. If you had not missed the bus you would not have met the person that sat next to you right after. If you had left the party, you would not have had the best night in a long time. If you don’t allow something the chance to live and to breathe you may lose out on one of the most meaningful instances in your life.

Once you’ve mastered going with the flow and connecting to your journey, you must now pursue carrying on with joy. Knowing full and well that the choice you made, the path you’re taking is going to lead to your best good. It is being hopeful and expecting wonderful things while you wait. 

Attitude is everything! 

Having faith that all the desires of your heart will manifest in the most divine time, then whether your journey is straight or ruffled (and most times it is a challenge); then you should be able to learn patience with joyful anticipation. You’re going to win the prize! Yes, YOU! :))

Bless-up!

Love Jair

The Forgotten People

**This makes me smile and makes my heart dance~! ENJOY :))

New Favourite

In life, we struggle with our current states changing into others we’re not 100% sure of; but it is when we release and trust in the future we’re pleasantly surprised with greater gifts, greater outcomes, and just greatness in general.

It can be simple things, or things on a much larger scale. Don’t be afraid to focus and put your energy on that driving force or yearning/calling in your life; follow that path with all your heart and it will lead you to where you need to be. What’s your favourite now, may be wonderful, special and perfect for this moment, but once you release that favourite in pursuit of growing into a better you, your favourite thing will become new and improved or you will find a new favourite.

Fear not, you’ve got the entire Universe standing by your side, rooting for your dreams to take flight! Everything falls into place at the right time, so make a choice and stay positive with your choice, it will instill a comfort unlike any other; an embrace of clarity that cannot be compared with anything else.