In the world of Hollywood, there is nothing more heartbreaking than watching a favorite television cast come to an end. Tears from the final scene to tears from the final table reading. Tears from fans. Sitcoms have to end at some point but knowing the program is over and the half hour slot is void of what was is still difficult to accept. Always know, though, reruns leave a show going long after the end.
In the launch edition of Arts & Entertainment Cover, I featured the golden age of Hollywood dancing in time to "Uptown Funk." The seamless choreography truly was impressive between then and now.
In this post, the cast of "Friends" is covering the sitcom's theme song. The song itself takes fans down memory lane. The cast ride along is lasting in the hearts of so many.
As broadcast on Entertainment Tonight some time ago, six friends define arts & entertainment.
This Set List entry is dedicated to Matthew Perry. Fans near and far will forever miss your humor, timing, and genuine personality. Rest in peace.
Madonna defined feminism and empowerment in her generation. Her music then and her music now taps into the interest of nearly any age.
Adele defines intrigue through lyrics and power through vocals and performance. Her songs aim to tap into interest in her - our - generation (I am only a few years older). The ultimate hope with Adele's music is to last long after her audience now. My guess is yes.
With that said, Two for Two featured "Skyfall" and "Rumour Has It."
In the launch edition of Fashmuse Saturday, I split the one word into two so the grammar would make sense - Fashmuse into fashion and music.
In the first edition, I featured inspiration and empowerment among women from all backgrounds. With regards to fashion, I shared the newest Cents of Style "Let's Go Girls" collection and recent Pura Vida "Outdoorsy Gals" collection. With regards to music, I shared Shania Twain's "Man! I Feel Like A Woman" on YouTube. To sum up, you go girl.
In this edition of Fashmuse Saturday, I am featuring only the best through quote in print, cause, and music.
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Mental Health Awareness Bracelet
In 2003, I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. In 2004, I was diagnosed with Temporal Lobe Seizure Disorder. In 2011, I was diagnosed with Panic Disorder. I am in the care of my 8th psychiatrist since 2003. I have been hospitalized several times, mostly in my earlier years. As of 2011, I am also struggling with agoraphobia. In the summer of 2022, I was admitted for physical reasons - double pneumonia caused by RSV. I tested negative three times for COVID-19. Nonetheless, I was under constant care because I was really sick. I was in the hospital for six days and eventually discharged with oxygen. The longest I have been hospitalized in a psychiatric ward is seven days. Therefore my admission last year caused extreme PTSD.
Circle back to mental health awareness. Whether under care or know someone under care, please know that mental illness should never be stigmatized. Invisible disability is as profound as visible disability and no one chooses to be disabled. So put yourself in my - our - shoes to better understand how vital mental health awareness is. Consider this bracelet for purchase.
What's the best that could happen? Mental health awareness. Why? Build strength and belief that anything positive is possible. Such as? Refer to the YouTube video below.
As a refresher, I found a video on YouTube airing golden era Hollywood stars dancing seamlessly to "Uptown Funk." Whether black and white or technicolor, the motion matches every lyric and every beat as though the song was played in the moment, in that era.
With that said, do you remember a long time ago on Set List an advertisement with Kia hamsters grooving to "Fort Knox"? The commercial went viral throughout the country and "Fort Knox" was a must to search and download.
Fast forward so many years and a relatively similar theme to before includes cats in human form dancing to disco music and showing off with the product being cat litter. The music in the commercial reminded of "Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees.
On this Friday, I thought I would cap off the work week with a disco groove.
You once spoke highly of Hubert de Givenchy as he spoke fondly of you. You were a visiting friend in his country estate - not a guest. I can only imagine the lovely conversations spoken in French.
When Hubert passed away, I cannot imagine your grief. He always considered you his wife - that is how close you both were. (This was quite the honor as Givenchy was homosexual.)
On September 14, 2021. God took my best friend away from me. On November 9, 2021, I lost my friend. What did God want from me?
I am now without all grandparents.
Let's cheers things up.
Grammy,
Votre amour de la culture francaise et de la belle langue perdure longtemps apres votre deces. (Your love of French culture and the beautiful language lasts long after your passing.)
Votre passion pour la France est une inspiration pour ma passion pour Paris. Ne serait-ce qu'un jour. (Your passion for France is an inspiration for my passion for Paris. If only someday.)
With that said and in two languages, the number one in 2021 French music is -
In November 2021, the No. 1 song in France was "Le Classico Organise" by the artist of the same name.
In November 2021, the No. 1 album in France was Voyage by ABBA. (Of the many listed, this one stood out the most. Irony - ABBA is a Swedish band and my precious grandma was 100% Swedish. I suppose one grandparental nod to another in this post.)
In November 2021, the No. 1 artist in France was Mylene Farmer. She has sold over 30 million albums worldwide, making her one of the best selling artists in France as well as holding the record for most number one singles in French charts (21 with 8 being consecutive).
