what are you listening to?

Like right now?
I'm listening to the hum of the ceiling fan and the tapping of the computer keys.

yeah, right now. or what music are you listening to, either one.

i'm just sitting here with ear buds in and no music. i'm not sure what i'm in the mood for.

well, thanks to you for making me think of it...i'm now listening to pandora.com
eagles.

DD, Pippi loves Pandora.

I"m listening to La Feline on Myspace Music. La Féline on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads Click on the music video on the left side of the page to listen to The Ratcatchers Song of the Day, La Nuit du Rat (the night of the rat).

DD, Pippi loves Pandora.

I"m listening to La Feline on Myspace Music. La Féline on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads Click on the music video on the left side of the page to listen to The Ratcatchers Song of the Day, La Nuit du Rat (the night of the rat).

I'll check it out.
Some people were born in the Year of the Rat.

I'll check it out.
Some people were born in the Year of the Rat.

Such a burden.

I found La Feline a while back when I was looking for live music in Paris but they're not performing when we'll be there. But I do like practicing my french by listening to them...not!

DD----------You do keep my mind searching.;-)

Rat Years

01/31/1900 - 02/18/1901 (Metal), 02/18/1912 - 02/05/1913 (Water), 02/05/1924 - 01/24/1925 (Wood), 01/24/1936 - 02/10/1937 (Fire), 02/10/1948 - 01/28/1949 (Earth), 01/28/1960 - 02/14/1961 (Metal), 02/15/1972 - 02/02/1973 (Water), 02/02/1984 - 02/19/1985 (Wood), 02/19/1996 - 02/06/1997 (Fire), 02/07/2008 - 01/25/2009/QUOTE]

Famous Rat People

Alyssa Milano, Cameron Diaz, Charlotte Bronte, Daryl Hannah, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennie Garth, Kristen Scott Thomas, Lauren Bacall, Lucrezia Borgia, Margaret Mitchell, Margot Kidder, Mata Hari, Nancy Wake, Olivia Newton-John, Sinead Cusack, Stevie Nicks, Toni Collette, and Tracy Pollan.

The Sign of the Rat

An opportunist with an eye for a bargain, Rats tend to collect and hoard, but are unwilling to pay too much for anything. They are devoted to their families, particularly their children. Quick-witted and passionate, they are capable of deep emotions despite their cool exteriors. Their nervous energy and ambition may lead them to attempt more tasks than they are able to complete successfully. Rats are blessed with one of the best intellects going.

The sign of the Rat is the first one in the cycle giving Rat people exude great leadership qualities and are good at taking the lead. They don't mind a lot of responsibility and they demonstrate a strong presence that other people respect. For those with the Rat nature, status and monetary satisfaction are the greatest motivation.

The affect of the sign of the Rat is energetic, and demonstrates enough endurance to fight most any sickness. Yet, all Rats tend to be tense, full of nervous energy, and prone to stress. Yoga and meditation would benefit Rats by calming their aggressive natures and helping them manage stress.

Rats make good homemakers who are always willing to do household chores. Because this is a sign of acquisition, the Rat person's house is presumably bursting with various knick-knacks collected over the years. Most Rats are cheerful, domesticated individuals who find happiness at home with their family.

The Chinese say others should always listen to the advice of the Rat. Because of their intellect and observatory powers, Rat people possess prudence and perception. They can anticipate problems, and are always able to see the big picture. Status, money, title and recognition are important to the Rat. They have keen sense of observation that allow them to foresee upcoming business opportunities as well as potential occupational problems. The Rat makes a better boss than an employee. Rats work better in flexible situations where they can be freely creative.

Cunning and thrifty, Rats have a knack with money and are apt to save for rainy days. When capable, the Rat is a great money saver, and in strapped times he knows how to make something out of nothing or how to make things advantageous for himself.

Generally friendly and sociable, the Rat is one of the extroverts of the 12 Animal signs. They have a special gift for easing the minds of others. It is not surprising that Rats have a lot of friends. To the people they love, Rats can be amazingly charitable, popular and supportive. Although Rats like to be in the driver's seat, they do need partners who can keep up with their active lifestyles. Rat people are romantic, and are always happier to have someone to share with.

Such a burden.

I found La Feline a while back when I was looking for live music in Paris but they're not performing when we'll be there. But I do like practicing my french by listening to them...not!

Maybe it's time for french lessons a la SoWal.com
Since we've mastered Spanish and Italian...Viva La France!

Maybe it's time for french lessons a la SoWal.com
Since we've mastered Spanish and Italian...Viva La France!

That's l'esprit mon cherie! Listen to this then if you want some French flair. This group we ARE going to see, at L'Hotel du Louvre, which is tres swanky and I wish we were staying there but we're not. But we are going for the evening to dine and wine and listen to la musique. This I'm looking forward to a lot. AURORE QUARTET on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads

That's l'esprit mon cherie! Listen to this then if you want some French flair. This group we ARE going to see, at L'Hotel du Louvre, which is tres swanky and I wish we were staying there but we're not. But we are going for the evening to dine and wine and listen to la musique. This I'm looking forward to a lot. AURORE QUARTET on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads

I will take a listen. I'm sorta into the Allman Bros right now, but I'll sure check it out. When are you going? I know I already know, but humor me, my memory sucks.

I will take a listen. I'm sorta into the Allman Bros right now, but I'll sure check it out. When are you going? I know I already know, but humor me, my memory sucks.

I could listen to the Allman Brothers til the cows come home. No joke. The Aurore Quartet is a different genre altogether so save them for Sunday's race of the Tour de France! That way two good music styles won't clash. We're not going until September but I've been researching everything and that's how I stumbled across La Feline and the Aurore Quartet--they came by way of a New York Times travel article of all things.

I could listen to the Allman Brothers til the cows come home. No joke. The Aurore Quartet is a different genre altogether so save them for Sunday's race of the Tour de France! That way two good music styles won't clash. We're not going until September but I've been researching everything and that's how I stumbled across La Feline and the Aurore Quartet--they came by way of a New York Times travel article of all things.

I will do that. A Sunday when I'm trying to make some fabulous creation. Maybe it'll inspire me.

Aggieb! Oh Aggieb?? Are you still with us?

I'm listening to Sweating Bullets by The Disco Biscuits. Sometimes I enjoy 20 minute long pieces, or rather trance-fusion music. Love the layering of the various instruments and percussion.

As a matter of fact, I listened to this earlier today on Songza. Know you're a fan.;-)

Aggieb! Oh Aggieb?? Are you still with us?

I'm listening to Sweating Bullets by The Disco Biscuits. Sometimes I enjoy 20 minute long pieces, or rather trance-fusion music. Love the layering of the various instruments and percussion.

As a matter of fact, I listened to this earlier today on Songza. Know you're a fan.;-)

I was just sure you'd be listening to Jackson Browne.

I am listening to The Sound of Silence. Really. Everyone else is asleep and I am not talking.

I was just sure you'd be listening to Jackson Browne.

I only listen to JB when I having trouble falling asleep.

u2 -love is blindness.

Maybe it's time for french lessons a la SoWal.com
Since we've mastered Spanish and Italian...Viva La France!

That's l'esprit mon cherie! Listen to this then if you want some French flair. This group we ARE going to see, at L'Hotel du Louvre, which is tres swanky and I wish we were staying there but we're not. But we are going for the evening to dine and wine and listen to la musique. This I'm looking forward to a lot. AURORE QUARTET on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads

Oui, mes amis. L'annee du rat est tres drole! No? ;-)

A friend who relocated to China turned me on recently to the Shanghai Restoration Project, a hip urban vibe with oriental spices.

Frank Sinatra

A friend who relocated to China turned me on recently to the Shanghai Restoration Project, a hip urban vibe with oriental spices.

I am going to give this a try later on today. I LOVE experiencing new music.

I am going to give this a try later on today. I LOVE experiencing new music.

I have downloaded two of their CDs from iTunes. First I got their self-titled, which I immediately became hooked, love Avenue Joffree and Pearl Tower, as well as all the other songs.
Then I got Zodiac and love it just as much! Enjoy!

I have downloaded two of their CDs from iTunes. First I got their self-titled, which I immediately became hooked, love Avenue Joffree and Pearl Tower, as well as all the other songs.
Then I got Zodiac and love it just as much! Enjoy!

reminds me of deep forest.

anything that sparks the spirit, gets the mojo working, and/or brings a smile, or memory of a great moment gone by, to my mind.....jazz, blues, country, big band, hip hop, rock, opera, Top-whatever, reggae, ska, or what the gods offer, I'm open, receptive, and ready to move.....

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