K. Pinella’s thoughts
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Another terrorist shoot down
Receiving undeserved renown
For yet one more action of hate
Sealing innocent people’s fate.
One after another
Alone or with others,
They come and go as they please,
Festering like an incurable disease.
From San Bernardino
Now to Orlando,
Random, yet not random
Acts of doom.
No guaranty
Of any kind of security
Though such is the reality,
The more reason to seek solidarity.
Burn his steak, and you will quickly learn what’s at stake.
Give a damn and dam your reservations.
Read well to prevent being hollow like a reed.
If you slight their advice, then tread lightly when you advise.
To be greater than most, beware of being the grater of nerves to many.
Cast your eyes on someone’s significant other, and you might find yourself wearing a cast.
Brides, groom your groom not only to teach him how to match his socks, but also to ensure you’ve made a good match.
Tender your resignation with a tender heart so they will hire you back in a second if you seek a second chance.
To increase your gross rent, first fix the gross appearance of your rental apartment.
Reign supremely in your choice of industry by giving free rein to your ability.
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Honor the fallen
Rest in peace, dear brave soldiers
Your memory lives.
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Friday here at last
The countdown started Monday
Party begins now.
They appeared as a gift or purchase,
One wonders if mostly done by impulse,
Too much stuff for not much purpose
Other than create a first-world surplus.
All take up space,
Always in my face
For use only once in a while,
Not enough to justify the pile.
Off they go,
Time to let them flow
To those who can use them
And would find each a gem.
At one time they were a good buy,
Now I have to fare them good-bye.
Energy I must muster
To help me declutter.
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In appreciation of Mexican culture, I want to highlight the work of singer/songwriter, Chavela Vargas, who passed away in 2012 but whose voice still lives on via various venues, including YouTube. She had an amazing voice. To learn more about her, go to https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chavela_Vargas. One of my favorites from her is Gabino Barrera, which I first heard in the movie sound track for Werner Herzog’s My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done?. To listen to the song, click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDvkwuO_3YU.
Instant cult classics
May the Fourth/Force be with you
Thank you George Lucas
A site for us all
To practice, showcase and tell,
Rave, bellow, and sell
Thank you, one and all
Reading my material
You keep me inspired
[Italicized stanzas are excerpts from Prince’s song, Purple Rain]
4/21/16 — The last day of Prince’s reign
He who gave us Purple Rain
And other hits that will never wane
I never meant to cause you any sorrow
I never meant to cause you any pain
Pioneer, legend, icon, genius
He even had a name that’s a hieroglyph
As cryptic as what stole his last breath
Constant music in the making
He set the tone and style for the taking
He’s always real, no room for faking
Honey, I know, I know
I know times are changing
A milestone maker in many stages,
He had a soundtrack for all the ages
His harmony is stronger than any steel cages
He’s a master in rock and blues
An impact in culture and people of any hue
He’s a melody maven through and through
It’s time we all reach out
For something new, that means you too
Prince and the Revolution
Prince and the N.P.G./The New Power Generation
Prince, you were always a sensation
Only want to see you
In the purple rain
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“Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the ugliest of them all?”
[Condolences to those who lost their families and friends to the explosion in Kabul Tuesday morning on 4/19/16.]
Karina Pinella 
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