Posts By: Jessi

Do I have a mission?

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Over at the Puffin Ranch, Westi asks us if we have a mission.

What is a mission, exactly? I like this definition pretty well, partly stolen from the dictionary, partly my own:

A strongly felt aim, ambition or calling that guides most of one’s waking hours.

I think I used to have a mission or three, back in my twenties and thirties.

Bottled water straight from the tap?

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Not too long ago I asked some coworkers why they buy bottled water rather than using their tap water. “It’s healthier.” “It’s better for you.” I was skeptical of these vague statements, and when questioned, they couldn’t back them up. Turns out they, and millions of Americans, may be wasting their money and creating tons… Read more »

Manu Chao, Rainin in Paradize

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Manu Chao has released a new EP from his upcoming album. There’s a very nice article at the Calabash blog, and you can hear a preview or go ahead and buy the digital mp3 tracks. The music sounds great to me!

Music videos: Orchestra Baobab

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If you haven’t noticed, I have a thing for West African music. Sometimes I like it hot, but I like it cool the best. Orchestra Baobab will chill you out through the heat wave. This track is from their most recent album, Specialist in All Styles. Orchestra Baobab: Bul Ma Miin There are two videos… Read more »