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Friday, February 27, 2015

I have seen how you kiss him - Nik P

You can find out more about Nik P on his Website http://www.nikp.com/home/





Lyrics - English Translation

I have seen how you kiss him, how you take him into your arms
I have seen how you touch him
I have seen how you make him smile and how you play with his hair,
I have seen how he touches you
Ohohohoho….
I am not over it
Ohohoho…
 Chorus:
As long as I can see our stars up in the sky
I know that you are still in my heart
As long as I can read our names up there in the sky
I know that you are still my great love….
 I have lost my mind when we broke up
I do not want to find another love
I was  crazy because of you
I thought I would be over it
Now I look like the monster Frankenstein,
with my soul scratched up I walk through the night all alone through the night - ohohohoooooo
Chorus:
As long as I can see our stars up in the sky
I know that you are still in my heart
As long as I can read our names up there in the sky
I know that you are still my great love….
Ohhohooo
 I can’t get over it
Ohhohooo
Because I miss you so much, so much
 I learned from you what love is,
What a friend and buddy is,
I do not give up as long there is hope,
Chorus:
As long as I can see our stars up in the sky
I know that you are still in my heart
As long as I can read our names up there in the sky
I know that you are still my great love….
As long as I can see our stars up in the sky
I know that you are still in my heart
As long as I can read our names up there in the sky
I know that you are still my great love….
 
Enjoy your day!

Monday, February 23, 2015

Akim and Andre Rieu - Amazing!

 I learned how to read sheet music, to play piano (classical music only; I wish my teacher would have taught me to play by ear too) and I learned how to play the violin. I gave up the violin lessons after six months. Watch the left hand of the violinist, it was too difficult for me.



Advice for today:

"There are some people who always seem angry and continuously look for conflict.
Walk away, the battle they are fighting isn't with you, it is with themselves." - Author unknown



Have a great day!



Sunday, February 22, 2015

Negative behaviours of people

Here are negative behaviors of people that you should ignore, and how you can help them… - powerofpositivity.com

1. Drama
Human beings have a flair for the dramatic. We have a flair for the dramatic because drama is everywhere around us – TV, magazines, movies, news, radio, the internet…no matter the outlet, drama is likely to be present.

This overwhelming presence of drama being depicted has resulted in people becoming literally addicted to the behavior. This dramatic behavior is shown in a number of different ways in a number of different places. The co-worker that stirs up rumors, the friend that loves to gossip, the boss that demeans employees, even the spouse or significant other that feels argument is “healthy expression”.

Regardless of the source or severity, dramatic behavior is overwhelmingly negative. Instead of buying into this behavior when it’s directed towards you, conduct yourself with confidence and composure. The stronger the behavior, the more relaxed and positive you should be in response.

Be an example by communicating and expressing yourself peacefully. Don’t allow drama to negatively impact the person you know that you are.

2. Naysaying
There is only one person that knows your capabilities and what you can achieve – you. Any kind of behavior directed towards you that aims to demean these capabilities and what you intend to achieve should be resisted to the utmost.

Denying or opposing your ambition through naysaying behavior should be considered unacceptable. Never allow the negative and unsubstantiated claims of others to limit how you think about and approach your ambitions, goals and dreams.

This behavior manifests itself in other people’s opinions, presumptions, and other shunning words and actions about something you’re trying to accomplish. Simply put, never buy into this behavior.

Maybe you’ve been in this type of situation. It is important to look beyond this behavior and act confidently and positively in spite of it. Not only will you notice that your confidence is strengthened, but the guilty party will likely change their behavior as well.

3. Manipulation
Some people are always on the lookout for others that they can use to advance their agenda, whatever that may be, through whatever means possible. This is manipulative behavior in a nutshell.

People that attempt to manipulate often do so by playing on other people’s emotions. They generally don’t trust the logical capabilities of others and seek to “pull the wool over” their eyes. Truly a sad state, but this type of behavior exists.

There is no easy way to detect this behavior, but one way is to look at the person’s track record. Have they been caught in a lie with you or someone else? Do they have a generally negative attitude? Have they spread rumors or gossiped about someone? Do they display predominantly individualistic types of behaviors?

Generally, people that display manipulative behavior display these and other “red flags” that can potentially unveil their capability to manipulate. These individuals also have an egotistical streak, thinking that they are smarter and craftier than anyone else.

Be aware of manipulative behavior by remaining vigilant in your dealings with others. Remain positive and confident while sending positivity and encouragement to these types of individuals. This could be the difference in changing their perspective along with their behavior.

4. Stubbornness
Refusing to listen to others opinion, being adamant that their ideas or desires are the most important, and refusing change are the defining characteristics of stubborn behavior. The truth is that we all display stubborn behavior at times. However, there are people that display this behavior at a magnitude that far exceeds the norm.

As with most other behavioral traits, stubbornness is developed through early negative experiences. Stubbornness can be acquired through a parent’s disposition, violations of trust, and other instabilities displayed throughout childhood.

Regardless of the unfortunate circumstances in which the behavior is acquired, stubbornness is difficult to deal with and comes in many forms – the co-worker that refuses to listen, the parent that constantly judges, or in others who refuse to give you the benefit of the doubt.

The solution is to simply be you around these individuals while directing positivity (in any form) towards them. Above all, don’t respond with any kind of stubborn behavior of your own. Instead, show that you are a trustworthy, compassionate, understanding individual who appreciates the positive things about them.

5. Impatience
Impatience can be defined as (1) irritable behavior that results from delays or (2) a restless need for change and excitement. The display of impatient behavior is often tied into someone’s goals; specifically, anything that hinders or aggravates the person in active pursuit of these goals. These goals could range from getting ahead of you at the drive-thru to getting that promotion at work.

As with stubbornness, we all have the tendency to be impatient at times. However, there are some individuals that take impatience to the extreme. These individuals detest being held up at anytime, anywhere, for almost any reason.

Impatience is a trait that develops from early negative experiences, misunderstanding the nature of self and others, and a persistent sense of insecurity. The early negative experiences often happen during childhood. In many cases, the child was often barred from having a normal social experience resulting in a sense of “missing out”.

When dealing with an impatient person, it is important to understand how they “tick.” For example, these individuals prefer to be in control. When they are not in firm control, they become angry, annoyed and frustrated. The best way to deal with the behavior is to be polite but direct. Do not beat around the bush with impatient people; this will get you nowhere.

Direct positivity towards impatient people, but do so in an assertive way while standing up for yourself. Have you ever heard the term “firm but fair?” This certainly applies to dealing with the impatient.


6. Annoyance
Annoyance is simply the state of being irritated or angered by the actions or behavior of someone else. Being irritated or angered by someone also causes the annoyed person to be distracted, which only adds to the annoyance factor; effectively increasing the possibility of a heated exchange. In this way, annoying behavior is a double-edged sword.

Whether or not a certain behavior is annoying is often a matter of perspective. Some people will find a certain behavior annoying while others will not. Do you have one or more “pet peeves?” Well, most people do not have the same reactions when encountering these behaviors. Annoying behavior is very subjective, which makes sense considering the person has absolutely no idea that their behavior is annoying in most cases.

The best way to deal with any behavior that annoys you is to simply control your emotions. Take a deep breath, let it out slowly, and focus on breathing normally. Understand that the annoying behavior is likely not directed towards you.

You can also practice using one word to set in your mind until the desire to react passes. For example, relax your body, close your eyes and think of the word “calm.” Repeat this word while imagining calm flow through your body from head to toe.

At times, you may need to stand up for yourself. Of course, do so privately and politely, but be firm and direct. Show appreciation for the person, even before the individual agrees to change their behavior. Doing so will drastically increase the likelihood that the behavior will change – at least around you! -



Enjoy your day!

Saturday, February 21, 2015

Make peace with your past
so it won't destroy your present
Aleph, by Paulo Coelho

Thursday, February 19, 2015

A New Day

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Do not dwell in the past,
do not dream of the future,
concentrate the mind
on the present moment.
Buddha

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

LAY YOUR HEAD UPON MY PILLOW

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The following Elvis Presley song came into my mind while I was creating the above design. Why? I do not know. That's life!






Enjoy your day!

AndrĂ© Rieu - KĂ¼nstlerleben / The life of Artists (Live in New York City)

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

Happy Valentine's Day

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Love is like a friendship caught on fire. In the beginning a flame, very pretty, often hot and fierce, but still only light and flickering. As love grows older, our hearts mature and our love becomes as coals, deep-burning and unquenchable.
Bruce Lee

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Music gives a Soul to the Universe - Andre Rieu



MUSIC GIVES A SOUL TO THE UNIVERSE,

WINGS TO THE MIND,

FLIGHT TO THE IMAGINATION,

AND LIFE TO EVERYTHING. - Plato

Enjoy!


Popular or not popular in High School -

I just came across this article and I have to share it with you because I have talked to many young girls about  this for many, many years.

20 Reasons Why You Should Date The Girl Who Wasn’t Popular In High School

                 

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Dan Scotti elitedai.ly/1EVTgZX   
   

You can tell a lot about people by how the recollect their high school experience.
If they say high school was “the best years ever,” still wearing their varsity letterman jacket (six years after graduation) – well, then you know pretty confidently that their current phase of life ain’t too hot.
If their recollections of high school are, I dunno, maaan, “hazy” at best?  Chances are, they were probably the burnouts of the bunch.
For the purpose of this piece, however, I’d like to focus on the people who remember high school a little differently. Specifically, those who weren’t as “popular” as others.
While the possibility of being “unpopular” in high school typically poses one of the biggest fears adolescents face en route to adulthood – in my opinion, it’s probably for the best.
Sure, this might be hard to conceptualize – especially after watching seven seasons of “Boy Meets World” – but I promise you there are benefits to being “not so cool” in high school.
One step further, I think these people are by far the most datable ones years after graduation.
Here are 20 reasons why you should go for the girl who wasn’t popular in high school [gasp].

20. She hasn’t peaked already.

Do you really want to date a girl whose best years were wedged in between 10th and 12th grade?
When you date a girl who wasn’t so popular in high school, you’re almost assured she hasn’t peaked yet – unless “peaking” refers to watching Lifetime movies with mom on Friday nights.

19. She’s humble.

By not associating with the “cool kids,” or having any type of say regarding lunch table politics, she’s probably aware of how gross the human ego can be.
She’ll never act too cool to try new things or associate with different people.

18. She was forced to have a personality.

When dad said no to that Juicy Couture jumpsuit – many Hanukkahs back – she learned at a young age the importance of building a strong personality instead of a collection of material possessions.
She didn’t depend on a group of people to secure any type of social standing, and the relationships she made were always authentic.

17. She’s empathetic towards others.

When you’re caught up in the bubble that is high school, it’s not uncommon to lose sight of everything else, including the feelings of others.
She never got caught up distinguishing between who’s a geek and who’s “socially acceptable” to be seen with, and that taught her compassion and empathy toward all people.

16. She doesn’t subject herself to peer pressure.

She never felt the urge to engage in certain activities because “all the cool kids” were doing them, and this helped mold her into the independent thinker she is today.
Realistically, I doubt she regrets missing out on a lot of the stupid sh*t “the cool kids” did in high school.

15. She doesn’t have a long sexual history.

High school can be a, well, let’s just say promiscuous time for a lot of young adults.
I mean, one of the benefits to staying in on the weekend is staying out of other places, too – like the STD clinic or Planned Parenthood center.

14. You’ll always be good in her eyes.

While most popular girls in high school will accumulate an impressive record by the time they graduate, exclusively dating the captains of various sports teams, it’s rather the opposite for those who weren’t as “cool.”
This plays out great for you, as you won’t ever have to worry about drawing any comparisons to her high school ex (who played “lax” and had righteous hair).

13. She has thick skin.

Maybe in the literal sense, which is fine as well, and maybe not.
Regardless, she’s never let the opinions of others knock her off her path. She’s confident in her own self-worth and no words, regardless of how bitter they might be, could tell her otherwise.

12. She’s independent.

She doesn’t rely on anyone but herself to get the things she wants.
While it might have been the cool thing in high school, to roll up to parties with 10 chicks behind you, in the real world – when you’re an adult – it really doesn’t have the same pizzazz.

11. She knows how to hold her own, past her physical appearance.

She never had to maintain an “image” in high school. She focused on the other aspects of her individuality and, frankly, it’s paying dividends now.
She’s a conversationalist. She has unique interests. Simply put, she’s not caught up on physical aspects to life because she understands that the most beautiful things are so for reasons we can’t see.

10. She doesn’t expect any handouts.

She doesn’t expect anything, really. Whether it be an invite to some party, an excused absence or attention in general – these types of things never came easy to her and, subsequently, she doesn’t take anything for granted.
She understands how precious opportunities are and strives to make the most of them, whatever they might be.

9. She isn’t concerned with the opinions of others.

They say “lions don’t lose sleep over the opinion of sheep”? Well, the most confident women won’t lose sleep over the opinion of anyone – let alone some girl who’s deemed “popular” in high school.

8. She’s already used to being ignored.

Just trolling.

7. She appreciates quality of friendships over quantity.

She understands that one good friend is more important than 20 sh*tty people who you can’t really say you trust.
While the popular table in high school may appear to be brimming with kids bound together by lifelong ties, in reality – to quote the legend, Frank Ocean – they’re usually just a bunch of super rich kids with nothing, but fake friends.

6. She doesn’t dwell in her past.

There’s nothing worse than spending your time with someone who would rather float around some dimension of time in the past, and reminisce about how good things “used to be.”
Sure, high school might’ve been fun – then again, it might’ve been horrible – either way, it’s in the past, and certain things are just better left there.

5. She’s a nonconformist.

Nonconformists are sexy. They’re edgy. Nobody wants to date a girl who’s merely a clone of the girls she surrounded herself by in high school.
She blazed her own trails in high school, even if that meant blazing something else on the weekends – while the rest of the high school stole liquor out of their parents cabinets.

4. She will open your eyes to new things.

She has a different outlook on life. Certain things you might find trivial, she may show you a deeper meaning to.
High school is a time for growth and sometimes being “popular” stunts that growth – or at least confines it to the boundaries of what’s cool or not.

3. She gives zero f*cks.

Realistically, if she were really concerned with what people thought – she probably could’ve pulled the “social strings” that would’ve landed her at the popular table.
She didn’t though, and that’s because she honestly gives zero f*cks what other people think about her.
Some of the best advice given to me is, “at the end of the day, the winner is the person who gives less.” F*cks, that is.

2. She doesn’t get caught up in the scene.

The scene is a wonderfully smothering place. The “scene” is not one place, it’s everywhere – whether that be so-and-so’s backyard one night, some random club or Prague that semester abroad.
Regardless of where the “scene” migrated to, it never concerned her because she did things that she wanted to. Not the things everyone else did.

1. She probably has a great taste in music and a killer bohemian style.

Maybe I’m stereotyping. Maybe I’m only being a realist. Maybe I’ve just seen too many 90s teen movies in my day.
Nevertheless, behind almost every unpopular high school chick, there’s usually a killer taste in music and a pair of paint covered overalls that you’d probably pay extra for in stores, today.
And behind that killer taste in music and grungy style, there’s usually Freddie f*ckin’ Prinz Jr., so you better stop reading and make a move, kid.

Saturday, February 7, 2015

New Artwork and Andre Rieu

Abstract Art 2017Click on ABSTRACT 2017 to check out my portfolios. The matching Throw Pillow looks beautiful.

The following music "La Paloma" with Andre Rieu inspired me to create this Artwork.
Abstract Art stimulates the imaginative soul in all of us.
Start the video and then click on ABSTRACT ART 2017 (when website opens click on ABSTRACT ART 2017 again) to enjoy the artwork along with the music!








Have a great day!

Friday, February 6, 2015

The Alpes - Art and Music

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ART PRINTS -
CANVAS - METAL - ACRYLIC - FRAMED - GREETING CARDS

Now take a moment and escape the daily stress with Hansi Hinterseer - Tiroler Berge (Mountains of Tirol) Austria.


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Thursday, February 5, 2015

El Condor Pasa



I know that you are busy and have a hectic day, but just take three minutes to relax, to clear your head and to watch this fascinating music video!

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Have a great day!

Monday, February 2, 2015

Your Love

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Here are 4 Beliefs You Must Have to Attract True Love:

1. Believe you are worthy of unconditional love
 The relationships you create are mirrors of who you are. It’s the law of attraction at work. Therefore, relationships are only as strong as the beliefs you have about yourself. When you believe you are worthy of unconditional love, you will receive it.

Loving yourself fully, even with your imperfections is very important. If you don’t love yourself fully, how can you expect someone else to? When you come to love yourself unconditionally, believe in your own worthiness, and remain open to receive it from others, you will!

2. Believe in yourself

Treat yourself the way you want someone else to treat you. Most of us are harsh on ourselves and our own abilities. Believing in ourselves and being our own best friend attracts a lover that will compliment us, not complete us. Looking for someone to fill the gaps may bring a temporary lover, but not a lasting one. You are whole, exactly as you are. When you believe in yourself and care about your own needs, your lover will as well. You will no longer stand for being treated harshly, and you will no longer attract it either.

Just remember, treat yourself the way you would want your lover to treat you. Think kind thoughts; say kind, loving words; do thoughtful things. If you would get offended if a friend or lover would say it, then don’t say it to yourself!

3. Believe in finding the right partner

Sometimes, people can be bad at knowing what they want (or need) in a relationship. Most of the time, society says to let romance be the guide. Instead of shining the flashlight outward, staggering around blankly looking for “the one”, shine it inward. Look for the qualities you want in another in yourself. If you’ve had past relationships problems, possibly even a cycle of them, find the common denominator. Then, look within you and find the darkness that needs the light.

The cycles we encounter in relationships are less about the other person and more about ourselves. They are guiding us towards a lesson we must go within and learn. For example, if you are feeling ignored or neglected in a relationship, perhaps you are abandoning yourself at some level. Go within and find out (listening to your intuition) how you can show up more for yourself, too.

When you believe you can find the right partner, and exhibit the same characteristics you seek, you will be closer to true love.

4. Believe that relationships can last

It’s important to believe in the value of a relationship and the potential happiness and life long fulfillment it can bring into your life, regardless of the statistics.

Most of us have witnessed divorce, either within our own family or of relatives or friends. Although these relationships had nothing to do with us, they subconsciously created a validation that relationships don’t last. Perhaps even that divorce is inevitable.

It’s easy to be negative and doubtful about relationships – breakups and dysfunctional marriages are everywhere. But it takes strength and a fresh perspective to believe in happily ever afters again.

Of course, every relationship has it’s difficult times. That’s life. The struggles help us learn and grow. But, to believe in the ability to have a caring, supportive, loving partner that can be there for us unconditionally is important. In fact, it’s vital for us to believe and align ourselves with the truth of that reality to be able to attract it and live it.

That’s the magic of life, to believe in the good and strive to create the best possible life. Inner work will always transform our outer world. Most of the work to have a life long love is done before you ever even meet that person.

By applying these four major belief systems into your life, you will absolutely shift your focus and attraction the lover you desire.

If you’re already in a relationship, these four beliefs can also absolutely help transform it. In fact, by implementing these beliefs you might even fall in love all over again. All in all, healthy, life long relationships are good for each individuals mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing. -
powerofpositivity.com

Enjoy your day!

Sunday, February 1, 2015