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Thursday, 25 December 2008

Christmas Wishes From The Barrons

When Jesus spoke of "Becoming like children in order to enter Kingdom of God", he tapped into a childhood belief in things unseen and hoped for. This visionary power is often exploited by Hollywood in children's fantasy movies and toys.
The development of Christmas over the ages has been quite miraculous. Check out the History Channel on this subject.
I've also created my own zany webpage for funny Christmas songs that you can enjoy over "The Happy Holidays".
I'd like to wish you and your family all the best for this special season and leave you with "A Vision Of Christmas World":
"The First Heaven of Jesus Christ" was created from the hopes of dreams of children. Children have an incredible perception of a world where peace, magic and Santa Claus exists. To an adult population, this intuitive sense of an eternal reality is trivialized as mere fantasy. Yet the Christmas traditions of gifts, lights, carols and magical elves endure like none other.
The desire of most of us is to create a world where "Peace On Earth And Good Will Towards Man", actually exists. That place isn't present time Earth but it's the First Heaven of Jesus Christ. We contact some part of it at Christmas time each year."

Posted by qualteam at 10:30 AM EST

Updated: Thursday, 25 December 2008 11:01 AM EST

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Tuesday, 23 December 2008

We Saw "Plaid Tidings" Last Night

Plaid Tidings is a sequel to another musical called "Forever Plaid".
Basically, these are four zany guys who like to send up dancing and singing styles from the 1950s to the 21st century.
The biggest laughs of the evening came from a Calypso (Jamaican) Christmas dance/music medley and a rap version of the poem "Twas The Night Before Christmas."
There also was a hilarious three minute version of an Ed Sullivan show.
The plot revolved around a return to Earth after death for a final Christmas show to get everyone in the holiday spirit.
They succeeded wonderfully in presenting a very different type of Christmas show than expected. Four stars.

Posted by qualteam at 9:23 PM EST

Updated: Tuesday, 23 December 2008 9:41 PM EST

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Wednesday, 17 December 2008

The John McDermott And Eric Bogle Show
Mood: a-ok

It was sure a treat to hear singer/songwriter, Eric Bogle with John McDermott last Sunday night. Eric is a folk singer following in the same tradition of Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan.
While John, of course, brought down the house with amazing vocal renditions of "Ave Maria" and "O Holy Night", it was Eric who won our hearts with his own material like "One Lone Star" and "The Green Fields Of France". During Eric's performance of this anti war song, I was moved to tears several times.
Below is the best YouTube video of The Green Fields Of France:

Posted by qualteam at 9:45 PM EST

Updated: Wednesday, 17 December 2008 10:09 PM EST

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Thursday, 11 December 2008

Stage Show Review: Winter Dance Party
Mood: a-ok

The "Winter Dance Party" was the tour that Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper was on that ended in tragedy.
This show is a faithful recreation of rock and roll performances from almost 50 years ago and it's good, very good.
Each performer both looked and sounded like the original. More than that, the three captured the 1950s high energy rock that had the audience dancing in the aisles.
Back in the old days, performers had to work hard to sell records and make fans. The "Winter Dance Party Tour" did 10 gigs in 10 days without a break. I really can't see any of today's stars doing something like that.
This is rare experience for anyone who loves young music. Four stars.

Posted by qualteam at 11:36 PM EST

Updated: Thursday, 11 December 2008 11:48 PM EST

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Monday, 8 December 2008

Dion Departs In A Yugo

Liberal leader, Stephane Dion is stepping down again, but how can the coalition stay together without him? "The Prime Minister" that never was.
Dion and the coalition will probably disappear into history like the unloved or somewhat loved "Yugo" automobile.
"You can feel every bump, squeak and jolt, and one can enjoy the sweet smell of gasoline and exhaust fumes. No can can replace it". It's no wonder Dion drove away in this car. It reminded him of the NDP, Bloc and Liberal coalition.
Do you remember any Yugo jokes?
Why does a Yugo have a defroster on the rear window? To keep your hands warm while you push it.
What do you call a Yugo at the top of a hill? A miracle.
What do you call shock absorbers in a Yugo? Passengers.
How do you double the value of a Yugo. Fill the gas tank.
Man to car dealer: "I'd like a gas cap for my Yugo". Car dealer: "Sounds like a fair trade".
I've found a website for 17 of the worse cars of all time. Check it out here.
Some people pick on Fords more than others. Here's an "F..." song that you may like.

Music Playlist at MixPod.com

Posted by qualteam at 5:16 PM EST

Updated: Monday, 8 December 2008 5:34 PM EST

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Saturday, 6 December 2008

Is A Canadian Coup In Progress???

This picture was taking of Stephane Dion and Jack Layton, plotting to take over the Canadian Parliament. Stephane is a little hard to understand, but Jack is listening intensely. The hockey stick is the Canadian weapon of choice to take out dissident Members of Parliament.
The pro Coalition forces are meeting today at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto.
The pro Government Forces are meeting at Queen's Park. Afterwards, there should be a clash between the two warring groups, but most experts think the crowds will go home for beers and to watch their favourite hockey teams tonight.
Always remember "That it is always darkest before The Dion".

Posted by qualteam at 12:36 PM EST

Updated: Saturday, 6 December 2008 12:53 PM EST

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Thursday, 4 December 2008

It's Time For Canada's Parliament To Do Some Work

The Governor General was right forcing all individuals who were elected on Oct/14/08 to work together. There are not one, two or three parties in Ottawa. There are four parties and three independents.They should produce a budget that's acceptable to the majority of M.P.s
The biggest fault of the opposition coalition is that it excluded Conservative M.P.s who were also elected by voters.
The Conservative "Economic Update" was partisan politics, but so was the Liberal, NDP and Bloc coalition.
Lets ditch the election rhetoric and start working together to help all Canadians.
The three stooges on Santa's knee are Stephane Dion, Liberal, Jack Layton, NDP and Gilles Duceppe, Bloc Quebcois.

Posted by qualteam at 9:34 PM EST

Updated: Thursday, 4 December 2008 9:50 PM EST

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Wednesday, 3 December 2008

Stephen Harper And Stephane Dion Should Resign

Back in October, the results of the Canadian Federal Election were quite obvious. The Conservatives improved their minority and the Liberals lost 25 seats.
All parties vowed to cooperate together in order to lessen the effects of a coming recession, but that was not the case. Stephen Harper still acted like he had a majority and the three opposition parties conspired to overthrow the Government without even trying to work with it on a "Stimulus Package".
The Liberals made a deal with the NDP and the Quebec Bloc Separatist Party to help them take over the government. This may occur this month or in Janurary/2009.
Stephen Harper and the Conservatives launched an all out attack on this coalition as undemocratic because it wasn't discussed as a possibility during the last election.
I'm not against coalitions, but Stephen Dion left out the party which won the most seats, the Conservatives. This is reprehensible and highly partisan because there are bright minds in all parties who can help Canada in its hour of need.
I would like to see "A Coalition Of The Willing".
A Coalition Of The Willing would be a coalition of the majority members of Parliament. It would assist Canada and Canadians in getting through this tough economic period. To be part of it, one would have to forego partisan politics and work as a team with other party members for at least two years.

A new Prime Minister would be chosen by the majority from this coalition. He would select his own cabinet and hold his position for two years.

Preferably, both Dion and Harper would step down from their positions. They are part of the problem, not part of the solution.

Most Canadians don't want an election. Excluding the Tories from a coalition just puts them into an election mode where "The Green Shift" has become "The Quebec Bloc Shift".

People aren't idiots or incompetent because they support a different political party than you do.
I'm sure one could find intelligent and helpful Conservatives who would be willing to form "A Coalition Of The Willing".

The Governor General should also be approached with this idea for a workable emergency Federal Government.
Harper and Dion are yesterday's men still trying to win yesterday's battles. It's time to get rid of the excess baggage.

Posted by qualteam at 2:43 PM EST

Updated: Friday, 5 December 2008 9:27 AM EST

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Sunday, 30 November 2008

An Injection Of Hope Into The World's Stock Markets

Over the last week, The Canadian TSX climbed 13.7%, The S&P 500 12%, The London Exchange 13.4% and The Japanese Stock Market 7.6%.
Perhaps, there's a feeling that the bottom of market has been found and secured. It's one thing to give money to individuals or companies, but it's another thing to transmit the hope of a better world to others. The former is a simple physical act, but the latter is a spiritual power that some of us share with those who went before.
Many catastrophes, wars, recessions and plagues have overwhelmed mankind in the past. Each time, spiritual beliefs have helped people get through those dark periods of human suffering.
When we envision a better existence on Earth, it isn't just for ourselves. It's for our children and our children's children. By creating it in our minds and communicating those visions to others, we are participating in the world tomorrow. Along with this imaging process, we also pray for improved conditions in every aspect of our life including economics and the stock market. Our prayers connect us with the power of belief that can take up or down the scale of human survival.
There is no reason for us to be "helpless pawns in the hands of the God of Market Forces".
When I buy the stock of a company, it's like saying in Vulcanese "Live Long And Prosper". The thought itself has more power than the mere exchange of equities for cash.

Posted by qualteam at 12:11 AM EST

Updated: Sunday, 30 November 2008 12:25 AM EST

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Thursday, 27 November 2008

The Boomer Experience

The Baby Boomers are those born between 1946 and 1964. For those with lots of energy, you might call them "Zoomers". Sometime I feel like a zoomer and sometime I feel like an over-the-hill boomer. Usually, when I start listening to great oldies like"The Twist"or"Roll Over Beethoven", I get pumped up and start zooming again.
There are many things that boomers have in common with other boomers. Most of us have enjoyed radio dramas like "Murder After Midnight", black and white TV and low tech games like checkers, crazy eights, monopoly and table hockey.
We've also enjoyed a much wider range of music than most other generations. On the page below, you'll find classic pop, "Side By Side" by Kate Starr, early bubblegum music, "Sherry" by The Four Seasons, a musical film novelty song, "Aba, Dabba Honeymoon" by Debbie Reynolds, a rare rock novelty tune, "I Go Ape" by Neil Sedaka, an anti-war protest song, "Where Have All The Flowers Gone" by The Kingston Trio.
There's also self-awareness music from "Both Sides Now" by Judy Collins and a popular religious song, "Turn Your Radio On" by Ray (funny man)Stevens.
One boomer wasn't like another boomer. Back in the 1960s, non-confromity was the dominating trend. "Where it's at for you dad, isn't necessarily where it's at for me".
Some boomers protested against the Vietnam war. Others were heavily into drugs, sex and rock and roll. Others took up new age religions like Scientology, Hare Krishna and the Unification Church (Moonies).
Star Trek started as a TV series and ended up as a science fiction cult.
Each boomer followed his/her inner path towards self fulfillment.
Many of us developed an eternally young headspace. Our parents who were born before the Second World War gradually aged and departed this world.
At this stage in life, we must come to grips with death and see beyond it.
We also have to come to grips with stockmarket losses and recover from them.
We must learn from our mistakes and keep in good physical and mental shape.
Boomers have much to give other generations. The internet makes it easier to "download" our experiences and insights.
Try searching on the internet for the objects, concepts and experiences in the song "Do You Remember These?" by the Statler Brothers below. Boomer realities can be your realities too.

Music Playlist at MixPod.com

Posted by qualteam at 9:17 PM EST

Updated: Thursday, 27 November 2008 10:45 PM EST

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