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Taylor Dean:   Kids   Teeth

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Anecdotes

King and Queen Washington

It is just as well George and Martha Washington were humble, good people, otherwise America would now be a royalist country, hailing the King or Queen directly descended from The Washington genetic line.

Stamped with Honour

George V had hoped his elder brother, Albert, would be king, and let him live a quieter, saner life, but the fates decreed otherwise.  Albert died in 1892, making George the heir apparent.  Upon the death of his father, Edward V11, in 1910, George became King of England.  
... Perhaps one of the best illustrations of George’s gentle honour is not to do with his royal duties, but with his favourite hobby – stamp collecting.

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Summer  x6   x5

A Gift of Song, Narrations, Lullabies, Music, Laughter and Art to help celebrate the joy of the season.   Play them in single or multiple layers.  "Winter Wonderland" is a bonus "sing along".

Winter  x6   x5

A Gift of Song, Narrations, Lullabies, Music, Laughter and Art to help celebrate the joy of the season.  Play them in single or multiple layers.  Play them in single or multiple layers.  "Winter Wonderland" is a bonus "sing along"

A Tribute to Jenny and Forever Embrace  x3 

Beautiful, inspiring photos by the very talented Australian, Michelle Ceretto

The Kiss - lots of hair and tender passion - a photo from "Married and Loving It!"

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Good Heart  by B. A. Llewellyn  (661 words)

David has given us an article filled with positive thoughts and anecdotes, and famous quotes to brighten the day, and the heart.

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Poems:

Father  (uplifting) by Stephen Pray 

I never knew my father the way I wanted to
I never knew his love as others say they do

Nature  ( uplifting) by Stephen Pray

A tiny webbed rainbow glistens
A sigh softly cried
Does any one hear, listen.

Kids (humorous) by Taylor Dean (aged 9)

It’s hard being a grown up
Especially if you’ve got kids
Taylor has narrated her own poem, adding a wonderful joy to her page.

Difference  ( uplifting) by Stephen Pray

A long time ago in a far, far away land,
Every thing was different, and I, a younger man.

Giant (humorous & uplifting)  by B. A Llewellyn 

A giant is a man or a woman

Who’s grown most incredibly tall.

Their shadows can make heroes quiver,

And cowards just break down and bawl.

Vibrant Laughter  ( uplifting) by Shanu Goyal  

It sets my heart throbbing
All troubles dropping

Early Morn  (uplifting) by Stephen Pray

Each day I watch the sun come up
From o’er the clouded glen,
I listen to the world awake 
And wonder where I’ve been.

Me ... You ... Timelessness  (true love) by Shanu Goyal   

When there’s nothing between you and me
Complete vacuum, timelessness you see

Growing Closer    (true love)  by Stephen Pray 

Are we growing closer?
As we go on our way.
Are we any nearer to our destiny?
How will we know when it happens?

Dance    (true love) by Stephen Pray 

I wanted to dance,
So I took a chance,
And asked her out on the floor.

Indian Bride  (true love) by Shanu Goyal 

Dressed in crimson red 
She looks graceful
Ornaments shimmering

Moonbeam Love  (true love) by Stephen Pray 

Strawberries, blueberries, bright.
Savor the flavor, in pale moonlight.

A Woman's Beauty  (true love) by Shanu Goyal  

Your beauty ...
like serenity of nature.
Your simplicity ...
Like the blueness of lake.

Cancer  ( uplifting)  by Stephen Pray
Sterile white room, ringed curtains closed,
Harsh clean disinfected floors shine
So small and fragile my love sits staring,

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Short Stories:

The Unsaid  (157 words)  by Gbemi Akinlolu

For the power to break the land was in fire, but fire wouldn’t come.  And the power to kill the fire was in water and water wouldn’t come.  And the power lap water was in wind but wind wouldn’t come.  

The Kilt   (1,798 words)  by Debbie McCurry

The beam of bright light, created by the sun reflecting through the glass of the window, seems to highlight the colours of the material Maureen is manoeuvring in her hands on the sewing machine.  Her mind keeps telling her that the red, black and white tartan pattern looks familiar, and she starts to rack her brains to recall the memories that seem to want to rush back to the past.

Have a Nice Day!    (487 words) by Denise Marshall   (laughter)

The funniest thing happened to me a few mornings ago, and I mean "funny" literally!  I was racing 'round and 'round our diner's kitchen like a mad woman trying frantically to prepare for, and beat, our breakfast crowd.  J'ever ever have one of those days with no "right-ons" and all "wrong turns?" 

Breathing River  (944 words)  by Gbemi Akinlolu

It started like this, her father appeared to her in the dream and said,
“Fear is a thing of the mind, love is a thing of the mind, death is a thing of the mind.  Why suicide when life was wrought in meaning?”

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Music 

Bright Light Multimedia has added two more songs to brighten the heart and accentuate the beauty of Uplifting Art.  The beautiful "Lullaby Child" is a peaceful joy-touched lullaby for children of all ages and will be featured on an upcoming Bright Light Multimedia CD for children.  "Winter Wonderland" is our holiday gift to everyone ... we hope you have fun singing along.

Taylor Dean is only 9 years old and is already displaying talent in writing, acting, and now music.  "Drifting Memories" is composed and performed by Taylor.  It's delightful and memorable notes can be heard at:

Poems: Happiness,   Nature,   Nature ... a Bliss  

Uplifting Art:  Summer, Winter, Lots of Peace, Our Backyard, 

Sky has showcased another great musical piece - the exciting and pounding "All Systems Go"  -  can be heard at Lots of Peace

Sky's haunting and atmospheric "Pretty Thing" and "Glitched" have been added to Uplifting Art on the following pages

"Pretty Thing"  - Our Backyard, Dream Beach, Sunflowers

"Glitched" - Meditative Rose, Lots of Peace, 

Bright Light Multimedia has added three uplifting songs from upcoming CDs to add to the enjoyment of Uplifting Art.  They are:

Whenever you Smile (a joyous lilting piece of love)
You Plus Me Equals Love,   Dream Beach

Peace Will Come (a song of hope and inspiration)

Dream Beach, Angel Cradling the Earth, Lots of Peace

My True Love  (a gentle, harmonious love song from a man to his lady, featuring the beautiful voice of Rod Kirkham)
You Plus Me Equals Love, A Tribute to Jenny, The Kiss

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December's 31 positive quotes are based on the theme "People Say the Funniest Things!"

Not a shred of evidence exists 
in favour of the idea that life is meant to be serious.
Brendan Gill 

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Debbie McCurry joins the Bright Light Family with her look-into-the-past short story, "The Kilt".  We welcome her with love and applause.

Michelle Ceretto - what power this Australian photographer displays.  She immediately evokes great emotion with her beautiful art.  Love and applause to Michelle.

Stephen Pray has proven to be a powerhouse of creativity, and has already successfully submitted eight (8) creative works which are now showcased at Bright Light Cafe.  Stephen is now featured on his own "Featured Artist" page, with a biography, quotes, photos and links to his poems, and the applause he has received.

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Barbara Llewellyn's memories and photos

Our resident actress has had a very busy month with the DVD release of "7 Little Australians".  Barbara portrayed Meg, the eldest of the Seven Little Australians, when she was twenty years old.  

Bright Light's vision of free multimedia entertainment is becoming a reality.  Barbara Llewellyn's beautiful and professional voice has already been added to many poems and a few short stories and articles, with meditations and a breathing exercise as optional accompaniments to the beautiful Uplifting Art section. And now music has also become an optional extra.  You can even listen to both music and voice together if you so wish.

Hints and Tips

A hints and tips section has been initiated.  

For Actors:

How to record your voice for The Bright Light Cafe. 

Emotional Centres

For Writers:

Grammar:    Ellipsis       Metaphors       Similes

Anecdotes

Ode to Freedom's Joy

December is the time of year when many of us have the chance to listen to our local city choir singing “Ode to Joy”.   It is an inspiring and uplifting piece, which is perhaps made even more inspirational by knowing that the original title and words were “Ode to Freedom”.

Must Have Slept Through That Bit!!

Howard Harks was the director of the Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall movie, “The Big Sleep”.  He liked the script except for one small concern - Howard couldn’t figure out who had killed a certain character in the film.

Ghandi's Wisdom

One famous story of Ghandi’s wisdom is set in 1947.  A fellow countryman, who was seeking solace and redemption, approached Ghandi.  The man had killed a child!  

Articles:

Sky's Music Reviews  by Sky 

Sky, whose experimental music now dots the website, has also contributed a review on some of his favourite music from 2002.  Depending on audience reaction, Sky will continue to contribute reviews on the best modern music.

Sidewalk Cafe Observations - Emotional Centres by B. A. Llewellyn

Barbara shares her acting training and observations in a most entertaining way.

Poems:

Somebody by Conny Karlsson

Without A Word  by Conny Karlsson

Spring Summer Midnight Collage by Denise Marshall   

The Bloom of a Single Rose  by Denise Marshall   

You're Never Alone  by Shelisa Thomas

The Desired One  by Abraham Kodiyan  

Short Story:

Checkout Chick Secrets  (1,020 words)  by B. A. Llewellyn

I was at the check out counter, purchasing my fortnightly grocery shopping.  She was the checkout chick.  A sweet young thing who had the indifference of previous shoppers sharpening her own indifference, and her underlying desire for conversation.  I asked a few obvious and polite questions, “How are you?” “How has your day been going?”  She answered with the obvious and polite answers. 

A Glance Out of the Window  (1,055 words) by Jack Green

She was sitting on the tram when she sensed the man by her side.  He stood quite close to her since it was four o'clock in the evening and the tram was packed full of tired people, making the journey home from work.  She considered her luck in getting a seat, one of the perks of having a job on the outskirts of Prague ... perhaps the only one. 

Quotes:

November's 30 positive quotes are all about Love & Marriage.

Marriage is really a contract between best friends 
dedicating lives, bodies, minds and energy 
to the ultimate development of that friendship.
Barbara Llewellyn and Rod Kirkham "Married and Loving It!"

Uplifting Art

Music = music  

has been added to this area.

3 new art pieces to delight and give meditational peace.

Walking in Provence by Roger Keiflin 

A splash of colour that somehow manages to calm the mind.  It is so easy to imagine walking amongst nature's glory, looking forward to a wonderful luncheon wine.

You Plus Me Equals Love  by B. A. Llewellyn 

A simple use of symbols, and a deep understanding of human beings makes this art piece a delight for the heart and soul.

The Golden Butterfly  by Mary Baxter St. Clair

A touch of magic to lighten your day and gladden your heart

More Good Stuff

A new menu has been added to give greater ease of navigation around The Bright Light Cafe

What's New

This What's New page has been added to give our audience instant recognition and access to the latest new entertainments scattered throughout Bright Light Multimedia and The Bright Light Cafe.

Conny Karlsson, Sky, Shelisa Thomas Abraham Kodiyan and Jack Green

have joined the Bright Light creative family.  Our applause and love goes to them all.

Applause keeps enriching the site and our showcased talent.  Please, send your positive comments through the applause button to our many fine talents featured throughout the sites.  It is always greatly appreciated.

 
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