The best way to insure that all is not bad is to compose a piece with copious laughs.
But how is that done? We can plan for NO MELEE by planning out FUN.
And on this MONDAY we need some; just a few laughs. So I dropped in on Rickey for that morning-yawning pass.
Rickey Smiley is known for group laughter jams! But first let’s roll it back to Ms. Juicy and the fam, and that day she was mad at Frederick Douglas’ hair… hot damn. đ
It’sMonday, No Melee because life is too short. I’m not summoning Juicy; that thought is a thwart.
I love Ms. Juicy and Rickey Smiley too. Good Morning, Goodness, I’m also loving on you.
How do you do? What have you got planned for the day? Whatever it is, dabblenotinmelee.
We both agree. Eh? I’m up and ready to shine. I’ve got my life, my health, and my good mind.
What are you sporting today? Agreatattitude detours melee.
Melee must be thewordtowatchoutfor today. I say as much with a brow up, because Monday’s are fun days.
So let us follow through. Todays positivereinforcement will be providedbyYOU.
Reading is fundamental and is an activity that I enjoy best. Join me for a few side-crackers over at READERS DIGEST.
You gotta laugh; we gotta get it in. If the jokes aren’t fresh let the corn in:
During my own personal âshutdownâ (i.e., my 2.5-week & runningvisit with TMJ) I lean heavily on short films to keep my spirits up and my attention off of the pain. It works. Film-after-film I am enlightened, emotionally charged, humored, and alas, feeling less pain in my SCM and Masseter muscles. Endorphins counteract pain receptors.
Being no fan of medicine (OTC or prescribed) I prefer natural and homeopathic remedies when my good health is challenged. For the chronic pains of TMJ, I prefer to administer MMJ topicals and edibles while watching original short films on DirecTVâs channel 573. Itâs a winning combo if you’re trying to âbe somewhere else without leaving the house.â đ
Travel via channel 573 is the best way to go. You donât speak multiple languages? How do you feel about subtitles? If you’re down – there are no limits to where you can kick-it.
This weekend I traveled well via these hard-hitting short films that took me far away from the tensions of TMJ. I found a few that had trailers and thought they’d be cool to share, so I started with:
WEST SIDE SWORDY:
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WEST SIDE SWORDY [2015] yields strong homage to West Side Story in the frame of their tale of two street gangs and fight choreographies that was shot in California on a $15K budget. I loved the relative scene designs, the DJ who controlled more than the music and the integration of sword dancing. This is not a West Side Story re-make, but it is strongly inspired. Director Dan Liu and crew did a fantastic job on this 9-minute short that could have easily been a “Thriller-length” music video. Drop in on their website to catch the next showing: http://www.westsideswordy.com/
I then took a journey with Abraham, the principal character in IN GOD WE TRASH. Now before you send this one to the blasphemy bin hear me out. I really took this film to be hinting at a number of our population who say and do things in the name of Christianity to cover their own shortcomings. The film’s message is conveyed in a practical and comical way; no offense – comprehend. It’s only 22-minutes and is subtitled. Reading is fundamental – go for it!
IN GOD WE TRASH:
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The following film was probably by far the silliest, most metaphorically visual film that I have seen in a long time. IS THIS A JOKE, (akaTHIS IS A JOKE) is a fabulous comedy written by Tom Edmunds and whose Cinematographer is Luke Bryant. Laughter is a huge producer of endorphins, thus this show helped to TKO my TMJ pain easy. Here’s a teaser to a jam-packed comical pleaser:
I particularly like the way that Tom directs silliness; his vision is hilarious. To see a directors mind does little more to reveal to me the contents of his mind and Tom Edmunds mind is a colorful hoot. My TMJ didn’t stand a chance. Actually, I had to watch this film twice to catch all of the literal punches that were sewn into passing conversation. Believe it or not, on the second round IÂ laughing harder, and reaped more of those pain-free endorphins. Yes-yes!!
It’s possible that I watched at least 20 short films this weekend to help keep my mind distracted from the taut pull of my sternocleidomastoid muscle and my masseter muscle. The pain is pass-out worthy, I just won’t give in. Especially since there’s always Probability & Statistics, Shorts TV, a Tens Unit, and BC Powder. đ
There’s plenty to do than focus on TMJ’s hue. However, with all of the research I’ve done on it, I wouldn’t doubt that a future character in a future script will be battling this ailment.
The way it’s kicking my arse is a comedy, but I’m sure I could work it into a drama. STAY TUNED.
So what have you got up for the day? I think I’m going to take it easy.
As much as I like “doing the most” – with TMJ it isn’t easy.
If you’re at the point of wondering why I keep bringing it up,
it is because it’s giving me a bear hug and the chronic pain sucks.
But I won’t lie, intense math equations help to keep me from focusing on;
and the hope of TMJ fading away is my prayerful sum,
I accessorize that with a couple of edible yum-yum’s and short film binging, I’m Qui Oui Oui to the reel vibes of Shorts TV and it’s assistance in my pain ending.
Watching more today because TMJ defense via endorphins is mind-bending.
Reviewing my peers’ films is what I call, “passionate time spending.”
Didn’t catch the spin cycle class this weekend? All may not be lost for burning calories if you’re going to church this morning.
I’m a church going gal, from the bible belt in the south. Pentecostal principles have shaped my being since the age of twelve. I may not share brother Swaggart’s taste for hair (hair spray) or sister Tammy Faye Baker’s make-up regimen, but I do believe in the dance.
When club goers go to a club and the DJ spins the steel just right, something invokes them to dance – some more choreographed than others, but still when the mood is perfect, all dance breaks out on the dance floor. Well, the same is true of the church. When the conditions are perfect, (the word of God has gone forth and praises are high), it is not uncommon in a pentecostal church for a dance session to break out.
Enjoy the comedic dance renditions in the video. These dances do look similar to the dances I’ve seen on the pentecostal floor. It’s good to learn the names of the dances too, in the event that … ‘Go on and laugh at yourself.
Christians dance in the spirit, much like  club-goers dance to worldly music. The only difference is in the intent of music (and vibe) that moves them. Club goers yield their dance skills to worldly music and Christians yield their dance to gospel music.
Either way, Â calories are burned and an exercised heart is earned.
Good morning brothers and sisters, the gospel vibe can be enchanting, I’m Qui
Reminding thee to stay fit – with That SUNDAY MORNING Dancing.
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