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For those who haven't read legacy...
i’ll be honest. it wasn't my fave at first. but now I love it so so much because it places a lot more importance on the other characters and the main plot rather than the love triangle that we’ve been waaay too focused on. in the end, who she ends up with really isn't the main plot and I think we all need to focus on what’s important and legacy helps us, and Sophie, do exactly that.
Coming sooooooon, My first legacy story 🧾👩✨
Celebrating the Legacy of Bob Marley: More Than Just a Musician Shaina Tranquilino April 17, 2024
Bob Marley is more than just a musician; he is an icon, a symbol of love, peace, and unity. His music transcends generations and cultures, continuing to inspire and resonate with millions around the world. As we celebrate his legacy, let's take a deeper dive into the life and impact of this legendary figure.
Early Life and Rise to Fame: Born on February 6, 1945, in Nine Mile, Jamaica, Robert Nesta Marley grew up in humble surroundings. Despite facing poverty and hardship, Marley found solace in music from a young age. He formed The Wailers with childhood friends Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer, and together they created groundbreaking reggae music that would shape the genre for generations to come.
Music as a Message: Marley's music wasn't just about catchy rhythms and melodies; it was a powerful tool for social change. His lyrics spoke of love, equality, and justice, echoing the struggles of the oppressed and marginalized. Songs like "Get Up, Stand Up," "One Love," and "Redemption Song" became anthems for peace and revolution, rallying people around the world to stand up against injustice.
A Global Icon: Bob Marley's influence transcended borders, reaching far beyond the shores of Jamaica. He became a global ambassador for reggae music and Rastafarian culture, spreading messages of unity and spirituality to all corners of the globe. His concerts were more than just performances; they were transformative experiences that brought people together in celebration of love and harmony.
Legacy and Impact: Even decades after his passing in 1981, Bob Marley's legacy remains as vibrant as ever. His music continues to inspire new generations of artists and activists, carrying on his message of hope and empowerment. From political rallies to college dorms, his posters adorn walls as a reminder of the power of music to effect change.
Beyond the Music: Bob Marley was not just a musician; he was a symbol of resilience and perseverance. Despite facing personal struggles and health challenges, he remained unwavering in his commitment to his beliefs and his music. His life serves as a reminder that one person can indeed make a difference in the world, no matter how humble their beginnings.
As we reflect on the life and legacy of Bob Marley, let us remember him not just as a music icon but as a beacon of hope and inspiration. His timeless messages of love, peace, and unity continue to resonate with us today, reminding us of the power of music to transcend barriers and bring people together. Bob Marley may no longer be with us, but his spirit lives on in his music and in the hearts of millions around the world.
i went to a bookstore
in search of the works of sylvia plath
through the shelves i sought her words
but i was met with nothing.
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to her work
she dedicated her life
as well as her suffering
yet she is not given the basic respect
of being remembered
nothing could anger me more than that.
It’s almost like the Usher children *knew* they weren’t going to live long and so they intentially left no marks upon the world.
Camille’s speech about how none of the kids actually makes or does anything is so startling: here is a group of people given all the opportunities and access money can buy, all of whom have had this their entire adult life, and they haven’t used it to create or build anything.
You can almost sense Roderiks disappointment in them, in his speech to Perry. He has this hyper focus on what his ‘investment’ money will fund, and says that ‘Ushers change the world’. But outside of himself and Madeline, not one of them has.
Frederick took the money, if he ever got any, and probably funnelled it back into his house or the company. By the looks of it he doesn’t have anything other than his family and his job, so there’s nothing for Roderick to invest in.
Tammy funnelled the money into a lifestyle brand, but one that wouldn’t have her at the front and centre. She scathingly reveals to Bill that she selected him to be her husband based upon his brand and marketability, showing she was ready to create this new empire but with her pulling strings in the shadows. From the outside it probably looks like she hasn’t created anything at all and that it’s all Bill, using his wife’s money. On top of this, the running gag of her storyline is that her brand and ideas aren’t even original, but are ripped off of Goop. So she hasn’t made anything new, and if Goldbug has any impact at all it will be no different to another more successful, more well know product. Hardly ‘changing the world’.
Victorine has some medial training but she looks to be a supporting role to her partner within their clinic, in which Al is the talented surgeon who people come to see and Victorine is a kind of silent partner. So she decided to go into medical devices or smart medical tech, but she relies upon the ideas and skills of others. As Camille said ‘the mesh is the surgeons, that’s why she’s fucking the surgeon’. And her medical knowledge seems to be limited if she thinks just her word and some money will move their experiments into human trials. So she also hasn’t ‘changed the world’ she’s just found someone else who was trying to and co-op-ed their ideas. You could even argue she poisoned those ideas, as Al mentions that the pain medication Victorine has been supplying looks like street drugs and wouldn’t stand up in any medical paper or research study.
Camille is, like she said, spinning furiously and going nowhere. She looks skilled in her field (from the analysis scenes we get, and Madeleine’s signing off on her PR analysis post Perry’s death) but she works from the shadows and hasn’t ‘created’ anything that wasn’t there before. There have been PR spin doctors before and there will be more to come; Camille offers nothing new ans hasn’t ‘changed the world’ in any measurable way. From what little we see of her work she hasn’t recreated a PR agency, hasn’t trained up other spin doctors under her, hasn’t created a brand or company which will outlast her. She leaves nothing behind to show what her skills or talents were.
Leo is shot down quickly when he claims he makes games: he doesn’t, he gives money to people who do. So he too will leave little to nothing behind when he’s gone. His references to past boyfriends show no long lasting relationships in his life and he has no other hobbies or pursuits we know of. Like Camille he hasn’t created a company to help with game design, hasn’t trained up others within this field he claims as his own. Even with the gaming ‘world’ it sounds like he changed very little. Fredrick’s throw away comments about Leo’s flat reveal that Leo hadn’t even had input in the decoration or style of his own home: he just latches onto the styles, ideas, aesthetic of his current boyfriend and goes with their ideas and plans. It’s such a small tiny thing but he truly has no original ideas in any aspect of his life.
And finally Perry, who’s desperate for that start up money but clearly has no plans or ideas on how to use it. He’s had a year and his main idea is an exclusive whisky bar. Even this idea, for all its crude intentions, shows his lack of vision: he doesn’t understand that to get the reputation he claims his bars would have will take time. You don’t just ‘create’ a consequent free bar celebrating decadence and privilege overnight. Reputations take time and as Madeline asks ‘what will be different about this one’ to draw people in to begin with? Studio 54 (which he compares his club to). only operated for 3 years before closing: not the smartest inclusion in an investment pitch.
To be fair to Perry though, looking at what the other siblings did or didn’t do with their loan money it seems a bit unfair that his ‘Blow job whiskey bar’ was shot down so decisively and cruelty. Assuredly Leo’s ‘video game studio for just myself’, Camille’s ‘PR agency just for me with my two assistants’, Victorines ‘medical training and clinic where I help out other surgeons’, Tammys ‘subscription lifestyle brand ripped off from a celebrity’ and Fredrick’s ‘I’d just like to work with you Dad’ were all clearly given the green light. But Perry apparently wasn’t good enough. Maybe this was a reaction to Roderick getting the news he was dying as so he wanted Perrys investment at least to actually change something, but still. He might as well give him the money either way at that point.
And I think it’s probably intended as a commentary on the ultra wealthy. Like of course people with more money than most counties have no plans to leave anything for the next generation. They have achieved their high levels of success by being solely focused upon themselves and so are honestly incapable of considering others. They are solely interested in enjoying the life they are currently living and why strain themselves to fight and build something when they don’t have to?
But it also works so well as a supernatural legacy and ironic conclusion to Roderick’s deal: he agreed that none of his bloodline would outlive him, and so none of them built anything that would.
Hide & seek
Call it chupan chupai, lukka chupi or hide & seek, who doesn't remeber this? Count to ten if you are the one seeking and everyone else gets creative with the most unfindable spot. The most fun part was teasing and getting close to the person hidden in the plain sight...
Hit the gilli, let it flip and then hit it with full force with the danda, the farthest you can. The best part was the pride of hitting it far enough and boasting about it. Its like cricket but with the warmth of childhood.
Tapping, clapping and singing along Chum Chum, on a lazy summer afternoon. Countless memories from a time gone by. Perfect coordination of palms creating an innocent rythm brings a smile on a face. You lose if you forget the coordinating steps and the song. Those innocent memories are the real heritage.
Musical chair
The last chair was the ultimate throne. At the start of the music everyone walking in a circle had their eyes on the next possible chair. They would sit and push anyone who comes in the way. Eye on the chair and on the stop button of the cassette player. You slow down just enough to not to miss the next open chair. Stop.. Sit.. Hurray..
Ludo
The snake chases me, the ladder supports me..
Fate changes with every roll of dice...
And the numbers were deciding my fate..
In the dimly lit corners of our hearts, we gather here today, each of us nursing a profound sense of sorrow, akin to a person seeking solace in a tub of ice cream, tears streaming down their face, hidden away in the solitude of a closet, their only comfort the innocent joy of kitty cat pictures.
We are here to honor the life and legacy of a remarkable woman, Janice Burgess. Born on a cold winter’s day, March 1, 1952, in the lively neighborhood of Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Janice embarked on a journey that would leave an indelible mark on the world of children’s television.
Her journey was not unlike the ascent of a mountain, starting at the base with humble beginnings at a local TV station, WQED, and reaching the summit at Nickelodeon. Her path was steep and challenging, but her determination and talent were her climbing gear, propelling her upwards.
Janice’s most notable contribution to children’s television was the creation of The Backyardigans, a show that has touched the hearts of countless children, including many of us here today. The Backyardigans was more than just a show; it was a testament to Janice’s belief in the power of imagination and the importance of friendship. Each episode was a new adventure, a new lesson, and a new opportunity to learn and grow.
On March 2, 2024, Janice Burgess passed away, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain future generations. Her life was a testament to the power of creativity, perseverance, and the belief in the potential of every child’s imagination.
As we remember Janice today, our hearts are heavy with grief, yet filled with gratitude. A song, “Thank You,” beautifully encapsulates our feelings towards her. To Janice, we say: “Thank you for the way… you brightened up our day with the lovely stories you told. Very nicely, we should say! Thanks for flying in… and making us grin! 'Cause it got us out… of the rut that we… were… in. Thank you. We just want to say ‘thank you!’ It’s neat how you’re so sweet, so we want to say ‘thank you.’”
Janice Burgess, your work has not only entertained us but also shaped us into the people we are today. Your stories have taught us the value of friendship, the joy of adventure, and the power of imagination. For that, we say, “Thank you.”
May your soul rest in peace, and may your legacy continue to inspire and bring joy to children around the world. Thank you, Janice Burgess. You will be dearly missed, but your spirit will live on in the hearts of those you’ve touched, like the faint echo of a beloved song, or the lingering sweetness of a cherished memory.
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