We are all strangers in the eyes of others. And believe it or not, actually we are all strangers for ourselves. In some sacred moments, we looked deep down to our silent soul and discover a stranger inside – a part of ourselves that has remained unnoticed for so long. Sometimes we didn't even know why we behave in certain ways, speak in certain tones, or react to certain thoughts. There will come a day when you listen to one specific sound … and considered it as the most beautiful and inspirational sound you've ever heard; without ever knowing the exact reason why. The stranger inside us is trying to communicate through this kind of experience, trying to make us aware of its existence. Unfortunately, most of the times we ignored this stranger's voice. And therefore, we will always be strangers for ourselves. And strangers for others. Strange is beautiful, if only we looked at it a little bit closer, and listen to it a little bit better. Warm regards, CHARMA.

There you are. Playing your guitar, making music, performing beautiful sounds … for you, it might have become something routine. Something natural. Something usual. Have you ever think how magical this thing you're doing in the life of others? Have you ever think that everything we do is always meaningful? It’s amazing isn't it? Through your music, you have entered a lot of people's lives and affect them personally. You inspire them, support them in their hardest times, cheer them up, and give them such a wonderful courage to pursue their dreams and make it real. We are all extraordinary for someone else's lives. Isn't it beautiful that a lovely guitar sounds means a lot more than just a sound of a guitar? Even if it might sounds a little bit sentimental in a way … but when you looked at the sky in the middle of the night, have you ever think how "divine" that moment is? You stared at the sky with the stars shining above, and there might have been certain people who were staring at the same sky, at the exact moment, in another part of the globe. While you saw these beautiful stars, others might saw the beauty of the morning sun, or even the lightning; splashing across the gray clouds. Same sky, different view. Doesn’t it makes you feel like we're all connected in some way? We're all separated miles and miles away, but music could travel across the distance. It's connecting all individuals who are listening to the same 'strange beautiful music' – the music that reminds us, that somehow, we are all never too far away from each other. Wish you all the best, CHARMA.

I always believe that music has a "magic" of its own. Just imagine how different tones, different sounds, and different chords could blend harmoniously and creating such a magnificent wave that hits not only our eardrums, but our mind and soul as well. How amazing that all these differences work together, strengthen each other, and supported one and another. If we might look at it in a larger scope … actually, we are all these different tones. These different sounds. These different chords. But life doesn’t always work as beautiful as music. Differences do not always unite humans harmoniously as it does in music. Most of the times, differences made us fall into small boxes of category. I think humans should learn a lot more from music. We can learn so much … not only about the music in its "physical appearance", but also about the "invisible message" that is hidden inside. Therefore, I believe that the existence of other types of music makes us being able to appreciate Joe's music more than ever … We might not realize how beautiful the sound of a guitar if we never listen to the sound of other musical instruments. We might not realize how beautiful it is to get drowned in Joe's music, if we never listen to others as well. Warm regards, CHARMA.

"Hmm … I'm listening to Eminem as well. I think it needs a lot of courage to say the truth and being honest in front of millions of people. And I think the reason why Eminem become so popular is because you can feel honesty inside the lyrics. Maybe he's angry. But he's brave enough to show his anger. Maybe he's frustrated in some way. But he's brave enough to shout it out loud. I think Joe and Eminem are both telling the truth. Both of them just want to be themselves and try not to behave according to what other people expected them to behave. I guess the only matter is : they express their truthfulness in a different way. And when we talk about music … differences are always beautiful. Isn’t it?"

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But there were moments when I wake up in the morning, and find the path of my dreams are still printed in my memories. One day I woke up and started on counting … and surprised for knowing that actually, I have sacrifice most of my childhood dreams only to make other people happy. But, however … this is my life! I am supposed to be happy, too! We are all supposed to be happy! And all dreams are supposed to be protected by law. :) None has the right to say that other people's wish cannot come true! None has the right to tell that our dreams are an impossible nonsense. So, here I am … hit by the memories of the little girl inside of me, trying to get back on my bicycle and keep on cycling to pursue my childhood dreams one more time. Will you join the ride? On the way, CHARMA.

Edited Thu Mar 6 '03 7:34 am

bises, CHARMA

Edited Mon Mar 10 '03 6:21 am

Still posting, CHARMA

Baron is the one who introduced me to Satriani's music.

~H~