I woke up to a sunrise that took my breath away. Every once in a while, Mother Earth shows up to humble anyone who calls themself an artist. The first was before the sun came up, the second just after.
I have to lower my head.
Bedlam Farm Blog Journal by Jon Katz
21 January
Wolfgang’s Eulogy For Star, His Beloved Pet Starling. I’ve Named My Starling Friend Pincus.
by Jon Katz
Three years after Mozart brought his pet Starling home, he named her Star, organized a formal funeral, donned his most elegant finery, recruited friends as velvet-caped mourners, and penned an affectionate eulogy for Star.
According to Lyanda Lynn Haupt, author of the very excellent book and much-praised book Mozart’s Starling, Mozard announced the death of his Starling, who was said to be able to mimic many of his works; Wolfgang laments:
Thinking of this, my dear heart
Is riven apart
Oh, reader! Shed a tear,
You also, here.
He was not naughty, quiet,
But gay and bright,
An und under all his brag,
A foolish wag.
- Yohannes Chrysostomus Wolfgangs Theophilus Mozart
My Starling meets me every morning by the living room window. I named him Pincus. He often stares at me.
He didn’t come by this morning, and I missed him. Mozart has given me a new way to think of Starlings, a word most bird lovers seem to think is greedy and hateful. I want to see where this relationship goes, if anywhere.
If you have ever loved an animal, you’ll love this book.
21 January
– 1. A Note From The Arctic In Bedlam.
by Jon Katz
It was – 1 this morning.
– 2
– 3
A grumpy alleged neighbor chastised me a few weeks ago for exaggerating the cold. I haven’t heard from her lately, but it is cold!
20 January
The Best Pills. Flower Art, Monday, January 20th 2050. For Those Who Watched And Listened. This Is My News. My Healing.
by Jon Katz
“I said to myself, ‘I have thoughts in my mind that are unlike anything anyone has taught me—shapes and ideas close to me—so intrinsic to my way of being and thinking that it hasn’t occurred to me to express them.’ I decided to start fresh and strip away what I had been taught.”
— Georgia O’Keeffe.
This flower show is dedicated to those too anxious or confused to skip watching or listening to the news. I didn’t watch or listen to the news today; the flowers were much better for me.
This is my news, and I recommend it to those who want to wash themselves free of anger and cruelty.
I don’t want to choke to death on someone else’s bullshit. The news I did see was heartbreaking
The flowers are free, easy, quiet, and far from politics, judgment, bombast, or anger. They are perfect for my news, and I hope they will be good for you.
20 January
Two Warm Weather Pantry Requests As Temps Plunge: Stuffing And Pasta Roni Support Is Requested
by Jon Katz
A couple of weeks of zero and sub-zero weather is predicted for the Cambridge Food Pantry weather, and Sarah is, as always, thinking of the needs of her patrons. She looks ahead.
Note: we have enough dog and pet food right now; there is no room for more.
We’re back to warm dinners that are quick and easy to make for a while. Warm meals are very much appreciated. The arctic cold will be around for a while.
Here are Sarah’s two choices for support on Monday, January 20, 2025:
Pasta Roni Garlic & Olive Oil Vermicelli Mix, 4-6 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12), $12.00.
Chicken Noodle, Condensed Soup, 10.5 Oz, Pack of 4, $3.16.
AI Overview
Chicken noodle soup is healthy because it contains numerous nutrients, helps with rehydration and digestion, and is warm, which can also relieve congestion. This is a good winter serving.
Please consider sending messages of appreciation to the very hard-working volunteers (like Alexis above) at the Cambridge Food Pantry. You can do this on the Amazon checkout page alongside any Amazon donation. It means a lot to them.
Reminder: you can access the Cambridge Amazon Food Pantry at any time by linking from here or the green pantry button at the bottom of every blog post.