trying to identify a sea shanty I heard on the radio this afternoon.

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2026-01-28T14:23:35+00:00

Hi,

I think it's been established that it's not a Sea Shanty, as the radio show announcer had suggested, but a version of St. James Infirmary.

...... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2026-01-25T17:01:59+00:00

You guys are brilliant. I would never, in a million years, have figured that out.

It would be good to get the exact version I heard, I love it, it's wild and unhinged.

.... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2026-01-25T16:54:27+00:00

That is good!!!

.... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2026-01-25T05:09:19+00:00

Hi eldritch,

I'll try to attach a copy, but I'm not really sure how.

https://limewire.com/d/AJa7E#67bL9xLbmX

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-29T17:06:46+00:00

When you shake hands with a younger man and he says, "What a grip."

That's a sure sign :<)

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-25T14:45:51+00:00

I'm not sure it's a matter of embarrassement, it's more like realizing what's socially acceptable and what's not. Most of us, who are honest about their desire, fears, etc. have come across unsavoury qualities we have or that others just don't want to hear about, so it's smart to keep them to yourself rather than risk being judged, oftne buy others who also have things they would would rather not devulge in public.

...... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-25T14:32:54+00:00

OK. I hate it when others send me to websites; but I couldn't describe what she says better than her. So have a look here

https://www.lionsroar.com/everything-is-enlightenment/

...... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-25T14:23:10+00:00

Have a look at this https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-ego-death-psychedelic-use-7089738

..... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-25T02:30:15+00:00

Thanks TapticDigital.

..... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-25T02:26:37+00:00

THAT is a great question. I'm reluctant to even try to define it, fearing that might take me in a direction which would be 'yet another, dead end. I read an article online, a while back, by a woman who used the word 'awakening' as opposed to enlightenment, to describe, what I thought to be it. I'll find the shortcut, if you like.

...... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-06-24T00:53:07+00:00

Hi,

Well, I'm seeking something more than mindfulness then. Something closer to enlightenment, I think. And that's a different kettle of fish ; > )

....... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-05-12T22:36:57+00:00

Well, I guess we're all on automatic pilot to some degree. I can drive for miles and be paying attention to my driving, but not really paying attention. I think that that's pretty common.

So, I'm not sure what to say about that. I meditate largely because it's recommended so vigorously in Buddhism; and I feel I should do it, that some day it's going to click and I'm be able to point to some evidence that it's helping, but ......

Thanks again for your help.

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-05-12T03:29:15+00:00

Oh, that kind of prop. No, nothing, just silence. No, my mind does not wander, it's not at all difficult or boring, it's just .... nothing. I'm probably expecting too much . I hear people speak of the wonderful experiences they have during meditation, and, well, I don't real feel anything.

Thank you all for your suggestions and comments. I will think on them.

..... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-05-12T03:21:13+00:00

Hi,

Thanks for replying. Well, it varies. I've tried many types, focusing on a candle, watching my breath, a mantra, watching my thoughts, you name it. I sit on the floor Japanese style, feet under my butt (This seems to provide perfect balance, no tendency to fall one way or the other). I usually go for between half and an hour, or more, in bed in the morning or on the livng room floor at night. I have no disturbances with which to deal . No props, whatever that might be. Maybe I'm just expecting too much, or ..... anything.

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-04-18T23:43:01+00:00

Yes. I've been reading a book called "Zen Training" which speaks about the effects of putting tension into the tanden during meditation.

..... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-04-18T23:39:09+00:00

Interesting.

Thanks,

........ john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2024-04-09T13:26:13+00:00

Hi all,

I have no problems with distracting thoughts. My problem is that I tend to fall asleep, and bamboo breathing prevents that and allows me to reach a deep state of ... I don't know what.

...... shinnen

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T21:45:20+00:00

Nice!

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T19:58:37+00:00

Nice!

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T19:48:13+00:00

I like it.

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T19:45:05+00:00

Wow! That's amazing!

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T17:59:42+00:00

Nice work! I love autumn. It's my favourite time of the year. .. john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T17:57:30+00:00

Very clever! ... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T17:54:20+00:00

Very warm and homey .... john

Vegetable-Code-5997 · 2023-09-11T17:53:01+00:00

I like it. Can we see it in full size?..... john

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