Category Archives: Musings

The Spirit of 67

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So I am 67 years and tears and fears old today. The world is looking very dangerous and unstable again.
Will we be in a 3rd world war by 2027? I could see it happening. Grim.
I am just sitting here feeling extra special crazy today.

Be that as it may at least for today life goes on or rather some lives do for the lucky ones.
I have been putting a lot of effort into working on various musical stuff in the last month and today my concentration is completely gone. My brain feels a bit fried as in more so than usual to be honest.

  • Diana Stone Musician & composer Violin Piano Guitar Vocals
    Diana is a performing composer and muscian playing Piano Violin & Guitar. She currently plays with the Rock/Roots band Elephant Shelf and also the Delta Ladies who mix roots acoustic music and electronica. She composes in a variety of styles from pop to rock to Jazz and and classical music.Diana is also expert in multi-media recording and music production.
  • What I am doing today
    Well apart from installing word press, a few other things. I am just off to visit Wilton’s Music Hall in E1 which is becoming very popular at the moment.
  • wit and wisdom!
    > Few can wear white except Brides & sacrificial virgins>> > Its not so lonesome in the saddle since I ‘came out’ on the range>> > Due to my vegetarian diet of beans they called me Loathsome Cowboy Joe>> >You can take a horse to water but its quicker crossing in a boat >>
  • Leaving the Comfort Zone >>
    Date Posted: April 2 2008 I did my last day at the office on Friday and had the obligatory leaving drink and presentation which was embarassing but I was also quite touched as I had not really expected it.A lot of folks turned up and I do feel a tinge of regret as I was … Continue reading Leaving the Comfort Zone >> →
  • Birthday blues
    Date Posted: 15th January 2008 Current mood: quixotic January and my Birthday approaches. I shall be making efforts to ignore it as much as possible in the vain hope that it will go away, as time seems to be passing very quickly now. I am still up to the usual rubbish. Its a great relief … Continue reading Birthday blues →

Moving on up and Intrusive Thoughts

Musings

Got to on keep trying. Apparently. Even when you are running out of steam. And I am a wee bit I must confess. Today I assembled an exercise bike and it was quite a workout to be honest. Outdoor exercises at this season plays havoc with my arthritis, so it a useful winter compromise. Keeping fit when you don’t regularly gig is I find a problem. So I am slowly trying to build up a little bit of stamina again if I can. Also activity can help alleviate or mitigate depression too which is also a very important for me as well. So in-between practicing and recording and mixing there is now exercise to work in as well. It’s worth a try at least.

The worlds in a pretty bad state now and there’s little that an individual can do really. Public out cry about injustice may well make us feel we are doing something, but it seems that we have less and less power to achieve any sort of leverage and change the mindset of those that rule over us. Power is a drug and those that don’t have it are doomed to waste away. There is no sense left in the whole wide world now.

Here’s a world/jazz genre instrumental. It’s called “Intrusive thoughts”

Facebook: Yes it’s useful and mostly benign except for one thing. The endless rubbish that comes through on messenger from spammers and scammers and phishers. I get it in industrial quantities at times. the messages start like this “Hi” or “How are you”.
Nobody tells you why they are getting in contact for example. It’s almost never anything genuine. Ok its a nuisance but it stil annoys me. Ho hum. Also it is always worth remembering that pretty things may be toxic and dangerous. So don’t always believe what you see.

  • November Begins
    To me it feels different. in 2007 I was still doing the civil service day job, recording my own music and playing 2 to 3 gigs a week with Elephant Shelf so to me I often feel becalmed in relative terms. My mind is always active but my body can’t keep up so well now. Diana Stones Glasscage · All Human LIfe Is There I don’t tend to feel tired when I am doing stuff generally. Example, I just started working on a recent recording I am doing and I feel … Continue reading November Begins →
  • Diana Stone on Vinyl
    Yes, a solid tangible holdable, caressable LP for you turntable types by the lovely me.Available on 31/10/2025 Remember Me If You Can You can get it here: https://elasticstage.com/soundcloud/releases/remember-me-if-you-can-album How about that then! I have always fancied doing one so here it is. I am quite pleased to have had an increase in my music listeners recently. I wonder if there is a sort of critical mass that you attain and then stuff takes off a bit. One or two people I know have observed this happening with their own material. So … Continue reading Diana Stone on Vinyl →
  • Just Another Song For You
    It’s a funny old world. Everybody wants to share a little too much information it seems. But that’s life I guess. It’s yet another achy day and I have been mixing a live recording I did for a friends project. A little bit difficult as its a blend of narration and music recorded in a very reverberant church. I think I nailed it though. Diana Stones Glasscage · Magic In This Rainy Weather I seem to be musing on mortality again a lot lately as one does. As I write it … Continue reading Just Another Song For You →
  • Piccadilly Dreamers
    25 years ago on an outing in London with mates we did the classic Eros statue shot. A right dodgy crew we were I reckon looking at us. Are you working tonight ladies? No we weren’t honestly. But so long ago. I would have been about 43 in that picture I guess. Time’s winged chariot seem to have been travelling at something close to light speed I feel on some days. Diana Stones Glasscage · Night Noises Well, right now I feel as if we have hit peak nothing makes sense … Continue reading Piccadilly Dreamers →
  • Normal Service Will Be Resumed Shortly
    Diana Stones Glasscage · Come On Baby Feel Your Way I always tried to do no harm. But when I am feeling good it shows somehow and my light comes on and people are drawn to me… Funny as I am totally a gloom and doom merchant, living a life day to day always expecting deaths boney finger on my shoulder. The most recent figures on songs of mine played on the that I can verify on Internet streams in the last 10 years is (actually the majority of that is … Continue reading Normal Service Will Be Resumed Shortly →




Fluffy Pink Dream Land

Delta Ladies, Diana Stones Songs, glass cage, history, music, Musings, other

Here are chatGPTs reasons or excuses… Not entirely convincing to be honest.

People can let you down and disappoint for various reasons, and it’s essential to recognize that individuals are complex and influenced by different factors. Here are some common reasons why people may let you down:

And here is a song: Fluffy Pink Dreamland
Just for you 🙂

  1. Communication breakdown:
  • Misunderstandings and lack of clear communication can lead to unmet expectations and disappointment.
  • Unrealistic expectations:
  • Sometimes, people may not be aware of your expectations, or they may have unrealistic expectations themselves, leading to disappointment when reality doesn’t align with those expectations.
  • Different priorities:
  • People have different priorities in life, and what might be important to you may not hold the same significance for someone else. This misalignment can lead to letdowns.
  • Lack of commitment:
  • Some individuals may struggle with commitment, whether it’s to relationships, responsibilities, or promises. This can result in disappointment when they fail to follow through.
  • Personal issues:
  • Everyone faces personal challenges and difficulties. External factors such as stress, health issues, or personal problems can impact someone’s ability to meet expectations.
  • Incompatibility:
  • Differences in values, goals, or lifestyles can lead to disappointment, especially when those differences become apparent over time.
  • Selfishness:
  • Some people may prioritize their needs and desires over others, leading to actions that let others down.
  • Lack of empathy:
  • Insufficient understanding or empathy towards your feelings and needs can result in behavior that causes disappointment.
  • Poor time management:
  • Some people struggle with managing their time effectively, leading to delays, missed deadlines, or unfulfilled promises.
  • Fear of commitment or failure:
    • Fear can hinder people from fully committing to relationships or responsibilities, causing them to let others down to avoid potential failure or disappointment.
  • Changing circumstances:
    • Life is dynamic, and unexpected changes in circumstances, such as job loss or family issues, can affect someone’s ability to fulfill commitments.
  • Lack of accountability:
    • Some individuals may find it challenging to take responsibility for their actions or admit when they fall short, contributing to disappointment.

It’s important to approach these situations with empathy, understanding that people may have their own struggles and reasons for their actions. Open communication and managing expectations can help mitigate disappointment in relation

But maybe sometimes….