Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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In Dreams
American singer and songwriter Roy Orbison was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. The singer died of a heart attack in December 1988. A month later, in 1989, his song “You Got It” was released as a single and became his first hit to reach the Top Ten in both the US and the UK in nearly 25 years.
By Rasma Raisters17 days ago in Beat
Birds with Wild Hairdos
Cockatoos are known for their expressive crests, which they raise or lower depending on their mood. The crests can be white, yellow, or pink. These charismatic birds are native to the Australian continent, the islands of the Indo-Australian archipelago, and parts of New Guinea. There are 21 different species of cockatoo, varying in size from the diminutive Galah to the imposing Sulphur-crested Cockatoo. Most cockatoo species are highly social birds, forming strong pair bonds that often last a lifetime. Cockatoos are primarily herbivores, with a diet consisting of seeds, nuts, fruits, roots, and occasionally insects and larvae.
By Rasma Raisters17 days ago in Earth
Silver Screen Magic with Lillian Gish
Director D.W. Griffith directed the 1915 film “Birth of a Nation.” The film starred Lilian Gish, Mae Marsh, and Henry B. Walthall. This is an American silent epic drama. The screenplay was adapted from the 1905 novel and play “The Clansman: A Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan” by Thomas Dixon Jr.
By Rasma Raisters17 days ago in Geeks
Take a Hike in Central America
In Guatemala, at Lake Atitlán is the Atitlán Volcano. The hike takes 5 to 6 hours to complete. Beautiful Lake Atitlan is among the top attractions in Central America and among the best hikes. This is an impressive crater lake flanked by three volcanoes and surrounded by steep, scenic hills.
By Rasma Raisters17 days ago in Wander
Away from the Crowds in Oregon
In southeastern Oregon you’ll find the Alvord Desert. The desert is a massive dry lakebed with the Steens Mountain towering over it. If you like you can spend a night camping beneath the stars. : Located about a seven-hour drive from Portland, it is a remote destination ideal for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.
By Rasma Raisters17 days ago in Wander
You May Be Right
For Billy Joel, it all began with “Piano Man.” The song was written and recorded by the American singer and songwriter Billy Joel. It is featured on his 1973 album of the same name. The song is based on his real-life experiences as a lounge musician in Los Angeles, California. The song became his first major hit and signature song. In 2013 it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
By Rasma Raisters21 days ago in Beat
Silver Screen Magic with Mae West. Top Story - January 2026.
American actress and singer Mae West became a popular film actress during the Great Depression. She started entertaining in vaudeville, then performed on Broadway, and finally went to Hollywood. She signed up with Paramount Pictures and made her debut in the 1932 film “Night After Night.” She also starred in musicals, comedies, and crime dramas. The American Film Institute named her one of the best classic Hollywood actresses.
By Rasma Raisters21 days ago in Geeks
Take a Hike in Mexico
The Ajusco Summit Trail, located in the Cumbres Del Ajusco National Park, is one of the most popular hikes in Mexico. Hikers hike to the peaks of Ajusco or Malacatepeti for awesome views. Trails take hikers through forests and rough terrain. The trail is a 10 km long loop and is a high-altitude trek. The trail passes through high mountain pine forests and alpine meadows, providing a diverse hiking experience.
By Rasma Raisters21 days ago in Wander
Impressive Artwork by Odilon Redon
French symbolist artist Odilon Redon was famous for his drawings in the 1880s. The artist’s artworks were mentioned in the popular 1884 novel “A Rebours,” or “Against the Grain,” by Joris-Karl Hysmans. His later artworks were created in oils and pastels. He developed an interest in Hinduism and Buddhism, and this interest in mysticism is reflected in his works of art.
By Rasma Raisters21 days ago in Art
