I am posting a copy of an e-mail I've sent to Mr. Das Williams, a good guy on the City Council.
Dear Mr. Williams,
I hope things are good for you! You do a fine job on the City Council.
I am concerned about recent reports of visitors to our beaches mistreating and disturbing marine life. In particular, someone on a jet-ski was reportedly seen (by more than 2 people in different locations) 'skiing' in, through, and over the huge group of dolphins. I love watching the dolphins go west in the morning and east around sundown and often go to the wharf or beach just to watch them.
Also, 2 people were seen playing "catch" with a jellyfish. I don't know if the poor creature was dead or alive and I can only assume that if it were alive the 2 people were stung. It was probably dead.
Can we possibly put word out to visitors (and college kids) to stay away from these animals? Maybe jet-ski renters could sign a 'contract' to not cruise over living things in the ocean. Perhaps a public information campaign is called for.
Being a 40 year + resident of Santa Barbara, I am not happy about the changes that have taken place in the last 15 or 20 years that have brought more residents and tourists. It's too crowded and the quality of life and peace around the beaches has slipped away, worse at some times such as vacation and holiday. Public drinking seems rampant.
The gang issue really needs some attention, too. It seems some are in denial that a problem exists. Lives are lost because of it.
was born September 8, 1932, in Gore,
Virginia, she was the daughter of Sam and Hilda Patterson Hensley, a blacksmith
and a seamstress; Hilda was only 16. Patsy was the eldest of three
children, which included a brother, Sam, and a sister, Sylvia Mae. The
three children, despite their given names, were called "Ginny," "John,"
and "Sis," respectively. (Different sources give different birthplaces; Gore, Virginia, or Winchester, Virginia.)
Patsy died in a tragic plane crash in 1963 at the height of her career (at that point). She definitely paved the way for other female country stars in charge of their own career. All of the great lady country singers owe much to Ms. Cline.
Born under the sign of Virgo which is an earth sign ruled by Mercury, becoming the best at something was very important to her from the time of her childhood. She definitely accomplished her dream. Many of the torchy, heartbreaking songs which became hits through the benefit of her incredibly expressive voice seemed to hint at the Virgo-Pisces polarity of sacrifice for the ideal. Patsy is quoted as saying, "Oh I just sing like I hurt inside."
The Moon was in the sign of Capricorn when Patsy was born, another earth sign, and we can see that the 2 earthy influences steadily led her along the way to security and stability through the communication of ideals of fidelity and depth of feeling. Gemini was Ascending (or rising) at the time of her birth, making expressive Mercury (though through an air sign) her chart ruler. She was able to use her voice and depth of feeling to rise to the highest level of skill as a vocalist of country music. The versatility of Gemini was able to reach out to many different musical styles and she had hit songs which crossed over from country to pop as well as adult contemporary genres. I will write more astrological content about Patsy Cline on AstroNicity blog.
There are several outstanding markers in her birthchart that I want to study more and share!
Enjoy the music and I encourage you to read through Wikipedia's entry for Patsy Cline (link above). It gives a good account of her amazing life as well as some touching quotes about her by other artists and personalities.
Between Santa Barbara and Carpinteria, California, you used to be able to see this sight while driving on the 101 Freeway. Santa was sold to another city around 15 years ago but the shops are still there and the beach that is hidden behind the buildings is one of the area's most popular. It is still called 'Santa Claus beach'. Going north and south on the 101, the highway goes from 3 lanes each way to 2 lanes and there is enough of a curve to turn the area into a huge traffic jam because of accidents quite often.
Last week, a semi trailer carrying fruit and vegetables jack-knifed and the broccoli and strawberries were spread far and wide along the freeway. The driver was OK. He had fallen asleep. But the highway was a mess and it took a few hours to clean it up.
I was immediately struck by the fact that the spill of the red and green produce happened at Santa Claus. Then I thought about the traffic jam and what it is like to be stuck in your car with a fidgety, hungry child. But if you have to be stuck in your car, this might be the best place for that to happen!
I am gross and perverted
I'm obsessed 'n deranged
I have existed for years
But very little has changed
I'm the tool of the Government
And industry too
For I am destined to rule
And regulate you
I may be vile and pernicious
But you can't look away
I make you think I'm delicious
With the stuff that I say
I'm the best you can get
Have you guessed me yet?
I'm the slime oozin' out
From your TV set
You will obey me while I lead you
And eat the garbage that I feed you
Until the day that we don't need you
Don't go for help . . . no one will heed you
Your mind is totally controlled
It has been stuffed into my mold
And you will do as you are told
Until the rights to you are sold
That's right, folks . . .
Don't touch that dial
Well, I am the slime from your video
Oozin' along on your livin' room floor
I am the slime from your video
Can't stop the slime, people, lookit me go
I am the slime from your video
Oozin' along on your livin' room floor
I am the slime from your video
Can't stop the slime, people, lookit me go ~ I Am The Slime by Frank Zappa
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