There are just 3 weeks left until the "ber" months begin. September, October, November and December. Fall/Autumn begins in September and ends in December.
Autumn begins in September and it is called that until leaves begin to fall and then it's called "fall".
Sept means 7, Octo means 8, Novo is 9 and Deca is 10 but the numbers are off since the calendar was changed long ago from 10 months to 12.
Ber is an adjectival suffix from latin meaning month. Let's discuss it.
Welcome to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4 where we ask just 4 questions each week to encourage blogging and enjoying the ideas and work of fellow bloggers.
1. What foods make you think of the autumn months ahead?
Squash soups, pumpkin lattes, apple cider, pumpkin and apple pies, pumpkin and cranberry scones; all these foods and drinks make me think of the cosy autumn months.
2. Are there any songs you associate with the fall month?
The beautiful Nat King Cole song, Autumn Leaves.
3. Are you looking forward to the ber months at all? Why?
Yes, and No. "Yes" because I love the autumn leaves. I also love the cool, crisp air & taking walks to enjoy and admire the beauty of the season. I also like wearing heavier clothing in fall colours and not having to worry about becoming too hot.
"No" because the older I get, the less I like winter. It's too long and too cold for me and the ber months means winter is close behind. Over the winter, I also miss the growing season, the colours of spring and autumn.
It's difficult to take a selfie of one's outfit (I don't like mirror photos)
4. School in New Jersey always begins after Labor Day and before that I would have dreams of going to school in my pajamas! Did anything similar happen to you? Did you dread going back to school or were you happy and excited?
I never had such dreams. Going back to school was always an exciting time. For some reason, kids like to go with their mother to buy school supplies and I was no exception. It was also the time when we got new clothes for school wear. In those days we didn't wear school clothes or 'good clothes' at home. We changed our outfits every day after getting home and wore our home clothes. Clothing lasted longer that way.
Thank you for stopping by my Tuesday 4 meme. I hope to read your answers too!
Hi Friends and welcome to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4. Are there many people who dislike music? I doubt it, don't you? Songs can have a lot of meaning and bring out a good helping of emotion whether happy, sad, nostalgic or funny. Let's talk about it.
1. Tell us 4 songs that define your life. I know, this one is hard but it's not written in stone! Feel free to be serious or silly as you choose. Maybe even some songs that you would like to describe your life!
This one is hard because no songs really define me as I don't listen to music that much even though I enjoy it. I do get into the mood of listening sometimes and then I'll spend an hour or so usually listening on YouTube these days.
Songs that come to mind (songs are all linked at the titles).
Suspicious Mindsby Elvis Presley - I love this one because my late mom and late sister enjoyed Elvis Presley a lot. When I was younger I used to think I might go to Las Vegas one day to see him perform but that never happened. The song is special, not because of the meaning, but because of the word "Suspicious". One of my nieces is autistic and her mom, my late sister, used to sing this to her. It would get a huge reaction out of her because she loved the 'sh' sound in the word. Whenever my mom and I would want to engage in conversation with my niece and get a good reaction from her, we too would often sing this song for her. There were other words she liked as well and we used all of them to communicate with her.
I Will Surviveby Gloria Gaynor ~ Again this song is a special one because my sister used to sing it out loud to her children and they would all get into singing it together. I enjoyed it on my own as well before I knew it was a favourite of my sisters. Once, when my nephew was fully grown, I heard him belt it out and it surprised me. I guess it became more meaningful because his mom passed away when he was still very young. I'm happy to say, he did indeed survive, and excel through the grace of God. He will soon to complete his Ph.D.
Ain't No Grave (Gonna Hold My Body Down) by Janet Paschal ~ When my sister and I used to drive around on some of my visits, she would have a gospel tape in the car. This song was on it and a favourite for her and her son to sing very loudly. Her son was only about 2 years old at the time and he would stand on the back seat of the car and hold on to the front seat and belt this song out. It was such a cute sight and he sounded so sweet.
Go Rest High on that Mountainby Vince Gill ~ This song means a lot because we often played it or had a relative sing it at family funerals. It is a very touching song. Vince Gill began writing this song once his friend & fellow country singer Keith Whitly died. He didn't complete it until several years later when his older brother died of a heart attack. You can't help but feel the emotions when you hear it or sing it.
2. A song or songs that are special to you in some way
All of the songs I mention in answer to question 1 are special to me. But another one that means a lot to me apart from any direct family connection is called Abba Father. I've searched for it online to no avail. We used to sing it in Sunday School. Here are some of the lyrics and if you know where I can find this song on line, please let me know.
Just want to tell you
That I'm thankful for all that you have done
How you picked up a sinner and made him your son
You forgave me all my sin
Placed the Holy Ghost within
Abba Father, I will be, a son indeed.
Not my will, but thine be done
That the fullness of your Son
May be within this life that I have offered thee
Until everything I do, becomes the thing that pleases you
Abba Father, I will be, a son indeed
3. A song you and your sweetheart loved, or maybe your Mom's or Dad's favorite?
A song my DH and I enjoy is called Taunet Nelel. It's song in an African language by recording artist and minister, Emme Kosgei. It means a new beginning. I've shared it below if you'd like to listen.
4. A movie soundtrack you have enjoyed, or a theme to a TV program or commercial you like/liked. Name as many as you like! If you have no favs, then how about ones you remember well? Some songs just stick in your head!
I have three soundtracks which I've enjoyed very much over the years. The first is Les Miserables and the second one is The Phantom of the Opera. The musical Cats is another masterpiece. Just locating these links and listening to the powerful, opening numbers brings back a lot of enjoyment. I hope you enjoy them too.
Hi friends,I've created a new song play list and put it in the side bar to the right of your screen. Please listen in. I've created it with you in mind.
'I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live: I will sing praise to my God while I have any being.'
