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Movie Night – Oct. 16
The Autumn seminar is drawing to an end, to be followed by a Movie Night Thursday, October 16. Doors open at 18:00 Food and soft drinks served til 19:00 Beer and wine served til film begins: 19:15 The theme: The recent VOD entitled ‘Seeing Yourself as it is,’ talks about attuning to ‘the rhythm of the being’ and […]
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Do You Enjoy a Cappuccino?
Deeper Sense and a Sip of Espresso Coffee takes many forms – as a leading commodity, a ritual of pleasure, as emotional fuel in throw-away cups – or at its most artful, the commingling of espresso and frothed milk. Love goes not only into the brewing, but also the appreciation of a cappuccino, which is […]
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Movie Night – Sept. 27
September 27 is the date of this season’s first movie @ the College. As there is no meeting to announce the details, here is the opportunity to begin posting upcoming film info on Drums and Words. As usual: The movie begins at 19:15 Arrive at 18:00 for snacks and drinks (closing at 19:00) including beer […]
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Honing Perception
My Perspective on Controversy Associated with John de Ruiter Controversy around John de Ruiter often raises concerns about spiritual organizations and authority figures, as John’s life-story suggests to some a gap between John and the integrity he speaks about. I suggest that John’s integrity is demonstrated in his life and work. If you factor in […]
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All In
Loss, Love, and Transformation in District 9 The world is flawed; humanity is corrupt ─ we know that ─ and we wonder what we can do about it. Neil Blomkamp’s District 9 suggests we be the change, even if change proves to be frightening and unexpected. The film depicts a segregated Johannesburg under the shadow […]
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Espresso
After five years enjoying the art of espresso, I am now discovering the fineness of its science. Just a sip of espresso brings inspiration, but as I learn to brew it, I continue to find deeper meaning and layers of appreciation. I will be putting these thoughts into words as well as posting technical updates […]
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The Trumpet Player
Windows were alight in the streets. I listened to the howl of a wolf, but to my surprise it was a trumpet player crooning in the night. Though his trumpet was as luminous as the moon, its timbre was dark. A searing note became a melody. I stepped towards him and he met me with […]
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Being Differently
Alternative Modes in The Princess Bride In The Princess Bride, no pain nor danger can diminish the courage and humour of the heroes. The classic fantasy spoof succeeds as a captivating yet hilarious tale of true love. Wesley’s conviction upholds his love for Princess Buttercup, even through near death, torture, and the prospect of living […]
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Love Despite the Self in The Painted Veil
Marriage can be challenging, not unlike an outpost in the cholera infested jungles of Mei-tan-fu, China. Kitty and Walter Fane face both, but while their abode tests the limits of their slumping relationship, it also inspires a love in each that forgives and finds the other. Based on selfish motives, false assumptions, and misguided ideas […]
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An Image of Core-Splitting Honesty in Nanook of the North
In a Canadian winter 30 degrees below, you can’t help but notice the power of nature, but you can dash from car to house and forget it as quickly as possible. Western amenities let the Northerner ignore the full import of the freeze, which reveals how limited our culture and infrastructure really are. What we […]