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Designer Jeans

Posted on April 16, 2023 by theminstrelscitadel

They were like two strutting roosters amidst the comfy chairs and the high traffic carpeting. He was meant to entertain them, charm them and secure their money. Something went wrong. (Testosterone) “What are you looking at?” he asked with a … Continue reading →

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Mainstream Kid- Brandi Carlile

Posted on April 20, 2019 by theminstrelscitadel

via Mainstream Kid- Brandi Carlile

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The Donald says Thanks!

Posted on January 19, 2019 by theminstrelscitadel

Every tyrant needs 3 particular things in order to attain and maintain power: 1) An adoring,unquestioning audience 2) A scapegoat 3) A cadre of thugs willing to do the dirty work It also helps if there’s a propaganda machine in … Continue reading →

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Popping In, Disappearing

Posted on January 9, 2019 by theminstrelscitadel

People pop into existence with all the freshness of growing grass, and the vibrancy of the wind. A lifetime, however long or short, is an avenue to the gods only know where. That last breath, that last look… I’d like … Continue reading →

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Signs of life and musical adventures begin again

Posted on September 30, 2017 by theminstrelscitadel

Phil Shiell is back with some new music. Tasty stuff!

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Philip Shiell with Bantaba X on Desert Suite, Teile 2+3. Awesome.

Posted on January 9, 2016 by theminstrelscitadel
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Harvest Me

Posted on October 28, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

Fingers and toes begin like kernels of corn and pods of peas, making the grown ones giggle and coo. I never knew any of you when the world introduced you and you were so new. God kept count of each … Continue reading →

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My Horizon

Posted on October 25, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

We go our ways, don’t we? Cut the chord, turn out the light, change direction, lock the door. Sometimes the heart skips a beat and before you know it your feet are clinging to a tightrope and your hands are … Continue reading →

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What the world needs now: Trans-parency

Posted on October 13, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

I’m one of the lucky ones; I believe that to be true. When I was a kid, growing up in a conservative, religious household, I struggled with my sexuality. It wasn’t easy, realizing that I felt differently than what I … Continue reading →

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The Camel and the Marlboro Man

Posted on October 1, 2014 by theminstrelscitadel

When my friends and I started smoking – in our teens in the 70’s – cigarette smoke was everywhere. Elevators, hospitals, restaurants, grocery stores, workplaces, you name it. My mother smoked through 4 pregnancies. I remember Sunday drives with both … Continue reading →

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