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Wednesday, July 16, 2008

ABC WEDNESDAY - Z IS FOR ZEN , SUCH A PERFECT DAY


  • Zen is more of an attitude than a belief.
  • Zen is the peace that comes from being one with an entity other than yourself.
  • Zen means being aware of your oneness with the world and everything in it.
  • Zen means living in the present and experience this reality fully.
  • Zen means being free of the distractions and illusory conflicts of the material world.
  • Zen means being in the flow of the universe.
  • Zen means experiencing fully the present, and delighting in the basic miracle of life itself.
Now, the interpretation of Zen is subjective. As it's the last one this round, I thought a little lateral thinking was required. For me I just wanted to illustrate what it meant to me incorporating all of the above, from my spiritual, religious, human standpoint etc and a time when I felt all or most of the above and usually for me it's through music. So please accept this offering in the spirit of the post, and in no way is it meant to belittle or denigrate any one's beliefs.

The Lou Reed concert At the Douglas Marina, Isle of man, was one of my all time Zen moments. A Perfect Day. For me this the perfect example of a group of very diverse people, putting, politics, race, religion aside and being caught up in the moment of pure musical euphoria. You can call it escapism, and maybe it is but for me live music, especially by one of the all time greats is a slice of heaven, or being at one with the world, point of fact my own slice of Zen.

If you want to see the rest of the concert images, about 30 click these links BABOOSHKA'S PHOTOS

JK HARDS PHOTOGRAPHY

By the way if you enjoyed my odd shots chair in the nature reserve you have see Jackie's who has an even better chair in a weird place pic. You won't believe this one. click this link GLASCOW

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52 comments:

  1. CathJuly 16, 2008 at 12:58 AM

    An excellent, thought provoking post for the last letter of this round. I agree with you that it is often something like live music that makes us all forget our differences, and celebrate our likenesses. A great zen moment. Or, as I would say, spiritual.

    See you next week on A! Thanks for your comments at mine.

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  2. George TownboyJuly 16, 2008 at 1:27 AM

    I would have experienced a Zen moment had I been able to attend! Thanks for this post.

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  3. USelaineJuly 16, 2008 at 1:32 AM

    I recognized him instantly. Your portrait seems to catch him united with his guitar - that expression.

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  4. angieJuly 16, 2008 at 2:15 AM

    lovely

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  5. EG CameraGirlJuly 16, 2008 at 2:56 AM

    Your post on Zen is great and you're right about the Glasgow chair -- very odd!

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  6. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 4:01 AM

    Thanks for the info about zen. Truth be told, I am a bit confused about what the word means at first!

    My Z picture is posted HERE.

    Do drop by if you have time, I would appreciate it very much!

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  7. Leslie:July 16, 2008 at 4:03 AM

    Every time I try to use the word "zen" in a word game or puzzle, it states it's not a word. Maybe it's a proper noun and you're not allowed to use proper nouns in these games. Love your post! :D

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  8. Louis la VacheJuly 16, 2008 at 4:31 AM

    We're going to a concert? Zen what are we waiting for?
    :-)

    (Editor to "Louis:" If you don't stop those outrageous puns, you are going to get us BOTH banned from the blogosphere!

    "Louis" to Editor: Anything, I mean ANYTHING to get YOU banned is worth it!

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  9. dianasfaria.comJuly 16, 2008 at 5:29 AM

    this is weird, I was just thinking of Lou Reed today, remembering the time I saw his girlfriend (at the time) in Manhattan one summer at a woman's action coalition meeting. Then I pondered whether they are still together.( a quick google search revealed they recently wed) Then I opened your post to his photo. It may seem random, but it is more proof to me that we are all connected in some zen like way!
    I confess I don't know his music, but after reading your post I am going to investigate.

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  10. JulianaJuly 16, 2008 at 5:33 AM

    Hi Zen, nice to meet u...

    Mine in here At My Imaginary. Thanks

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  11. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 5:35 AM

    thanks for teaching me zen means :D

    Visit me in here Thanks

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  12. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 5:35 AM

    thanks for teaching me zen means :D

    Visit me in here Thanks

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  13. Maria VerivakiJuly 16, 2008 at 5:50 AM

    it's nice to share what you beleive in, just as it is to be open minded to other's thinking

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  14. UnknownJuly 16, 2008 at 6:09 AM

    Interesting and informative Z post - I love how we learn things on here!

    Thanks.

    Gary
    Bodge's Bulletin

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  15. OlivierJuly 16, 2008 at 7:30 AM

    mon IDOLE, le père LOU REED. Je l'ai vu dernièrement en concert pour l'anniversaire de son disque "BERLIN", un dieu vivant. Mon rêve étant maintenant de le voir un jour sur une scène New-Yorkaise. Beau portrait.

    my IDOLE, father LOU REED. I've seen recently in concert for the anniversary of his album "Berlin", a living god. My dream now is to see him one day on a New York scene. Beau portrait.

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  16. KyaniteJuly 16, 2008 at 8:12 AM

    Some Zen is what I need.
    Terrific post.

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  17. Liz HindsJuly 16, 2008 at 8:26 AM

    I was wondering who that was! It is true that music can bring all sorts of very differrent people together and carry us away out of ourselves.

    Very interesting post.

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  18. CaBaCuRlJuly 16, 2008 at 8:51 AM

    Great thoughtful post. I agree with you, that music has the power to deliver zen moments.

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  19. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsJuly 16, 2008 at 8:58 AM

    Simply a beautiful, reflective post! I love the serenity of all things Zen.

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  20. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 9:06 AM

    I'll have to take your word for the Zen moment. These things don't work for me.
    Good entry though.

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  21. Rune EideJuly 16, 2008 at 9:33 AM

    Kind of special Z....

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  22. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 9:49 AM

    This is a special post and I enjoyed reading it.

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  23. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 11:22 AM

    Great portrait!

    Thanks for the link back to mine. When I saw your armchair I had to laugh, as I'd only taken my armchair picture a couple of days earlier.

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  24. SallyJuly 16, 2008 at 11:45 AM

    I've never really understood ZAn, but you've helped enormously!

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  25. JillyJuly 16, 2008 at 12:36 PM

    Love the portrait and the commentary.

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  26. Profile Not AvailableJuly 16, 2008 at 12:36 PM

    Excellent interpretation of Zen! Great, great shot of Lou Reed!

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  27. Miss_YvesJuly 16, 2008 at 12:46 PM

    Great, great choice !
    Miss Yves

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  28. AphotoAdayJuly 16, 2008 at 1:22 PM

    I've had the pleasure of having many friends who follow the principles of zen... We even have a peaceful zen center here in Marin County, Californa -- I've never been there, but if I ever need a little insight, I know it's there...

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  29. AndreaJuly 16, 2008 at 2:20 PM

    I am now education in ZEN. Nice post.

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  30. Jerez / Sherry and Rob / EmiliëlJuly 16, 2008 at 4:13 PM

    Oh ..zen, good idea for Z..very informative. I am partial also to zen..
    Thanks for stopping by , and my zebra has a baby zebra with it ..somewhere! WWF , yes good fund, Zebras were made in Finland.

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  31. Jerez / Sherry and Rob / EmiliëlJuly 16, 2008 at 4:13 PM

    Oh ..zen, good idea for Z..very informative. I am partial also to zen..
    Thanks for stopping by , and my zebra has a baby zebra with it ..somewhere! WWF , yes good fund, Zebras were made in Finland.

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  32. KimJuly 16, 2008 at 4:46 PM

    Great idea for Z and very informative. I love those moments when everything seems to disappear and you can be one with the world.

    Thank you for your kind thoughts on my post. My husband is a geologist and I study planetary sciences in the geology department, so I have the great opportunity to learn about my surroundings. Its a lot of fun :)

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  33. Rambling WoodsJuly 16, 2008 at 5:57 PM

    Great choice for "Z".I enjoyed the post and the photos on your blogs. Thank you Jane!

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  34. DarylJuly 16, 2008 at 6:28 PM

    How funny it was that I was looking at that photo thinking 'how do I know that man?' ... and then I read your post ... doh! .. Lou Reed! Of course

    And Zen is an excellent Z!

    :-Daryl

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  35. PatJuly 16, 2008 at 7:01 PM

    Here's to Zen. If we all followed its principles.....

    Here's to your post, too!

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  36. kjpwebJuly 16, 2008 at 7:25 PM

    Perfect!
    Cheers, Klaus

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  37. EkiJuly 16, 2008 at 7:41 PM

    I know that you have received the Arte Y Pico Award from somebody else, but I hope you don't mind receiving it again from me. Your blog was one of the blogs that came to mind when I received the award and had to pass it on to others.

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  38. M. CHRISTOPHEJuly 16, 2008 at 8:10 PM

    Great shot of this wellknown artist.

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  39. MarieJuly 16, 2008 at 8:16 PM

    Wow, I love Lou Reed. This is a perfect choice for a Perfect Day!

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  40. DragonstarJuly 16, 2008 at 9:33 PM

    This is a very interesting post Babooshka. Thanks for sharing.

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  41. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 9:44 PM

    He has an interesting face for a photographer, doesn't he. It goes with the gravel of his voice.

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  42. Susan July 16, 2008 at 10:04 PM

    Lou Reed looks like he's weathering well!

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  43. AnonymousJuly 16, 2008 at 10:08 PM

    Thank you for the Zen moment with Lou Reed.

    Glad you are doing well.


    Lily

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  44. UnknownJuly 16, 2008 at 10:26 PM

    Thanks for the great info about zen!
    Now, I don`t thought you are the only one who has not thinking of zoom. I have a 70-300 also but I use them seldom. The fav. lens is my Tamron 17-50 f/2.8.

    Have a perfect day tomorrow!

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  45. BarbaraJuly 16, 2008 at 10:47 PM

    Very informative, I wondered if someone would choose Zen, you have explained it well.

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  46. kRiZcPEcJuly 17, 2008 at 4:52 AM

    Great Zen post, and a great shot. Happy shooting.

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  47. CarraolJuly 17, 2008 at 7:24 AM

    Beautiful post, and you're right, Music is an excellent vehicle to find the meaning of Life, man has use it from beginning of time. Cheers.

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  48. TashJuly 17, 2008 at 7:48 AM

    Lou Reed!!!! Such a great choice for a bit of Zen & walking on the wild side. I liked all your concert photos. Well done.

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  49. mrsnesbittJuly 17, 2008 at 8:31 AM

    Hey Babe!
    A well thought out post! Great stuff!
    Sorry I am a bit late, just catching up!

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  50. Marie ReedJuly 17, 2008 at 11:25 AM

    Ahhh Lou Reed! It's tough growing up with that last name. The kids always taunted Marie Reed reads I book! I guess it could have been worse:)

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  51. Coltrane_livesJuly 17, 2008 at 3:04 PM

    Honestly, I didn't know he was still alive. Nice capture!

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  52. ElizabethJuly 17, 2008 at 3:16 PM

    Good choice for "Z"
    I once saw Lou Reed in the flesh at our gym in New York -a big thrill! Couldn't stop staring like an idiot......
    But I am old enough to remember the Velvet Underground from 1967/8

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