Roti

For those of you that don't know - 'Roti' is Trinidad & Tobago's national delicious dish! And here' s a funny song in ode to Love and the love of Roti -- Trini stylin! :))

Planted Seed

Love is an enormous part of life. Some may argue it is THE most important part of life. For a life without love is one that may as well be forgotten. Certainly there is more to life than falling in and out of love, of healing, of playing silly games, of masking feelings and pretending we're made out of steel; but isn't it the one we as human-beings crave for the most in life? Career; ahhh satisfying, work that you like to do, makes the days a bit easier no? And family; good relationships with Mum and Dad, sisters and brothers, yesss quite good too. And friends; the ones that listen to us, make us laugh and defend you no matter what, and after they defend you, they still tell you if you were wrong to begin with. And when that's all in order, what else is left? Someone who loves you like they love themselves; someone that cries when you do, someone who wants to hold your hand, just because; someone that you can share with, someone that you can trust, a friendship on steroids, an attraction so intoxicating, everything seems right when you're with that person. And we ask ourselves, is it easier to plod along bit by bit until you get the one that makes you feel the best? Couldn't you perhaps grow together? Couldn't you perhaps, take a leap and trust your heart? Would it not make your journey that much simpler?

When love happens, it happens, you cannot ignore it. It's like the strong desire you have in your heart to do what it is you do. Whether that be painting, or working in film, or fishing, whatever it is you desire. How strong is your desire for you to act upon it? What are you afraid of?

In life, you must take risks, it's the only way to ever truly be alive. Listen to your own instincts, and trust them. Speak the truth, loud and clear, and if you still seem invisible fall back with arms wide open; surrendering in the promise the Universe made known to you. Have no doubts, no fears, only joyous patience. It's called respect; for yourself, your heart, your lovely being. You must nurture it always; be gentle; for if you don't love and respect yourself, then who else will? Treat yourself how you want to be treated, don't settle for less, don't lie to yourself, don't be afraid to act out on what it is you have wanted for so long, or speak how you expect to be treated.

Work hard at it; your passion, your job, your dreams, your love, and after you've planted those seeds with sacrifice and hard work, then give in with compassion and forgiveness, keep the fire alight in your soul – it'll all turn out for the best; you'll see. Because you are a unique, beautiful being of light and you'll get what you deserve in divine timing. Don't rush it; trust it! Don't you think you're wonderful? Don't beat-up on yourself, you deserve this joy; and it's almost at the surface!

Prayer is powerful; meditation is powerful, choose which way you want to connect to that infinite love and joy available to you in the Universe, and the heavenly realm will steer you in the right direction and give you answers on what path you are to take. In the mean time; be of service, love one another, do the right things; your path might be shorter than you think. Don't forget the ones who you mean the world to – otherwise when you finally make that time for him/her they may have been directed elsewhere…wait in joy for that person willing to know you inside and out and is brave enough to take the risk and fight that dragon to be your knight in shining armor.

Bless-up!

Jair

** I believe in the truth; do you?

Den Du Frygten

I found this 2008 Danish film a fitting title to dissect after how I've been feeling the past couple days; again realizing that despite pruned efforts at attaining what it is I want, that I can only do my best by planting the seeds of love and sacrifice towards my dreams and then gracefully surrendering to the Universe/God to do the rest. Some things are just out of our control, it isn't wise to go against the flow of the river. And so I will keep at it, be patient and expect great things even when things seem to have gone dim. For one day it's cloudy and the other there is brilliant sunshine.

Fear Me Not wasn't the most ground-breaking film; however the way things panned out despite its simplicity by nature it made for a very thrilling and powerful film. Mikael the main character played by Ulrich Thompsen is a middle aged man, who is married and has a teenager daughter and to the outside world a supposedly splendid life. They live in a lovely suburb of Copenhagen, with great windows and the scenic view of a lake which he and his brother-in-law often likes to go rowing on; he is on a leave from his job and he feels as though he needs a change of pace in his life; he feels as though this 'picture perfect' life has become boring and time has suddenly passed him by.

His brother-in-law Frederik played by Lars Brygmann works in the hospital and tells him of clinical trials for a new anti-depressant drug. Mikael feels that this is his way out of boredom and signs up to be a part of hospital's guinea-pig group. He doesn't notice changes at first, but then he feels that he has never seen life clearer and the pills are allowing him to become more confident in acting out in bizarre and even violent ways in which he would never dare to act on before.

The film is slow-paced, sprinkled with divine cinematography and country-side splendor and as the story progresses, writers Kristian Levring and Anders Thomas Jensen manage to make its audience squirm in their seats with every absurd thing done by seemingly the loving and stable father and husband Mikael. I found it interesting that Mikael once mentioned 'The Hulk' to his daughter when he first met her boyfriend Tobias, and he himself had been struggling with this hidden identity as well as anger that he masked for 20 years since leaving the countryside to live in the city.

The climax of the entire film would have to be the point when Mikael has unquestionably spiraled out of control and he is alerted to something he would fear about the pills he has been taking.

Not a bad film to watch or be a part of; a little drama, a little psychological thriller; not a bad recipe for a mesmerizing and thought-provoking film.

Gooo Denmark! J

Time is Short

Just Friends By Jair Ananda Massiah 07/12/2011

I'm flying, I'm flying, it's you I see
I feel, I hear, I breathe
Smiling
Because I deserve this
You deserve it too
No need to land
Traveling so free
Of laughter
And time spent
Of dreams shared
Special indeed
Why land?
Don't want it to end
It feels so good
I find it difficult to be
Just friends?
Why do you stray
Now, so far away
What was I before
Your rock
And just that
I deemed to be yours
As I was before
If you can't be here
Then I'm sure
Because time is short
And hearts have feelings too
Don't you see
Baby, it's love
I've always loved,
…Just you… L

** I love you doux-doux....sigh**

Grateful

Haven't spoke much about my television hosting experiences; or the insight I gain from volunteering with hospice care; but here is an exciting clip of what the hostess job is like.
I am so grateful to Jah-Jah, my supreme being, my creator, my rock...

Enjoy! :))

** For Caribbean videos like this and more, please feel free to visit: www.mykeetv.com

Turn up the Love

Turn up the love...
Whose gonna' bring you back to life?
Save the world tonight...

Lovely song and even nicer video! :))
Gosh -- I truly need a furry friend! hahah

** Keep doing the right thing -- it's for the better ;) ... Love, Love, Love! It's all about love silly!

People

People cease to amaze. If they did cease to amaze, then what an utterly dreary place earth would be. We come from all walks of life; all sorts of chips off our shoulders, all sorts of upbringings, cultures, customs, beliefs etcetera. I can go on forever. It is impossible to have everyone think the same way; yes very well impossible; for we are all different and unique individuals with specific personalities and drives. Sometimes it's hard to swallow; tis true everyone is not going to agree with you, or see things your way. We all have singular agendas and thought processes and during our journey here, specific lessons brought into our lives to accomplish, understand and in due course overcome. Despite your progress and advancement along the path of life; some others will never be able to comprehend where you're at or what it is you're going through. Not because they're stupid or slow; but because it's not their time to learn that particular lesson as yet, or simply that it is irrelevant to their journey and so they are mentally blocked off to seeing it.

It becomes discouraging, disappointing, daunting and heartrending at times when people do or say things intentionally or un-intentionally to hurt you or bring you down. There are so many mind games human-beings like to play, they're always trying to get 'one-up-on-you'; and drain your energy, determination or drive to make themselves feel better. It seems real odd for those of us that care not to play games but embrace everyone for who they are and where they're at in life's journey; that it's mind-blowing to think that people can just be downright disparaging and mean!

Masters and prophets like Jesus, Siddhartha, Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Mother Teresa, Mohammed to name a few who be-friended and learned from even the most simple, meek, mild and humble people and even from those who were crude, angry and un-kind to others (for with every action there is an equal and opposite reaction and therefore a reason for everyone's behaviour). We can learn a great deal from their examples of love, acceptance and non-judging attributes to practice within our own lives.

At times when people around you make spiteful and insensitive comments, or act out in ways that make you wonder about their ultimate motive; I would recommend a wonderful piece of literature I came across while reading 'The Autobiography of a Yogi' by Paramahansa Yogananda who had a lovely excerpt by Thayumanaver, which read:

"…You can control a mad elephant; you can shut the mouth of the bear and the tiger; you can ride a lion; you can play with the cobra; By the alchemy you can eke out your livelihood; you can wander through the universe incognito; you can make vassals of the gods; you can be ever youthful; you can walk on water and live in fire; but control of the mind is better and more difficult…"

Which I find this passage to be holding great value and worth; for we as humans judge constantly, we are ruled by the ego; thinking we are better than others because of the colour of our skin, the curls in our hair, our status, or the job we do to pay the bills; always trying to make divisions and prove that 'you are better because'; when this is the wrong direction to head in. We are reflections of each other; none better than the other, none divided by the other; all part of the bigger picture, the many streams and rivers leading to the same ocean. We must learn to love others as we love ourselves, and treat others how we wish to be treated.

And for those who not yet know this special secret of happiness, then try your best to make your mind an ally; to work for and with you and not against you. Take a breath of air and put things in perspective. Don't ask why people are doing this to you. Ask, why am I reacting to this situation in this way? Why does it make me displeased? If others are rudimentary, and un-caring, then let them be; they do not know any better or they are still struggling with themselves and their over-active and negative-thinking mind. Be still and know that you are protected, loved, and in constant company of your guides and heavenly angels that wish to keep you in a cheerful mood and lead you to where it is you need to be. So trust in that and say, 'Here I am!' and 'Is it me you need?'Listen to the sounds of the evening; and turn people's tactless words into a smile upon your face, because you are stronger than you think, you have grace, elegance and the power to not react but just absorb it for what it is; words; words that have no merit or control over you and your thoughts. Let it roll off you as water runs off a duck's back…

Practice self-love and eliminate those negative energies.

Bless-up!

Jair J