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Titanic – The Ship of Dreams!

The Titanic was a British passenger liner that sank on its maiden voyage on April 14–15, 1912, after striking an iceberg. It was one of the largest and most luxurious ships ever built, and its sinking resulted in the deaths of over 1,500 people. The tragedy is considered one of the most famous disasters in modern history and has inspired numerous stories, films, and more.

Key facts about the Titanic:

Maiden Voyage: The Titanic departed from Southampton, England, on April 10, 1912, bound for New York City.
Iceberg Impact: The ship struck an iceberg at 11:40 p.m. on April 14, 1912.
Sinking: The Titanic sank in the early hours of April 15, 1912, at approximately 2:20 a.m.
Casualties: Over 1,500 passengers and crew members died.
Discovery of the Wreck: The wreck of the Titanic was discovered in 1985 by a joint WHOI & IFREMER team.
Impact: The sinking of the Titanic led to significant changes in maritime safety regulations.

Impact on Film and Culture:

James Cameron’s Movie:James Cameron’s 1997 film, “Titanic,” is a well-known depiction of the disaster, which was praised for its visual effects, performances, and emotional depth.
Historical Significance:The sinking of the Titanic continues to be a subject of historical interest and research.
Cultural Impact:The story of the Titanic has been adapted into numerous stories, films, and other media, reflecting its enduring fascination.

I was able to visit the Titanic museum in Florida and I enjoyed the history of this beautiful ship that didn’t get to live long. I would have loved to have gone on this ship if I could have!

I love anything concerning this ship! I have books galore, I have a model of it, jewelry, the movies, and I painted on canvas as well!

Able to feel the different slants during sinking!

Below are the paintings I have done.

I even found a restaurant in Port Washington, Wisconsin called The Steerage!

Amityville Horror House in Wisconsin!

The Amityville Horror house in Wisconsin is known locally as Oakwood Manor. This Queen Anne Victorian home built in 1880 on the shore of Silver Lake in Salem, Wisconsin was the filming location of the 2005 Amityville Horror remake starring Ryan Reynolds.

The house was used for both interior and exterior shots. The production crew built a façade onto the house to give it the sinister, eye-like Amityville windows of the house where the actual events took place. They also constructed the boathouse seen in the movie.

Strange Occurrences

Production was disrupted one day when the body of a missing fisherman floated to the surface of the lake.
Ryan Reynolds stated that during filming process, the cast and crew reported waking up inexplicably at 3:15am
During the production, cast and crew often felt an “otherworldly presence,” cold spots, and would experience sudden chills.

Screen-used items left behind from the production, such as a bed used by Reynolds, the kitchen table, curtains, and windows, were sold at an estate sale in 2017.

The Amityville Horror movie, especially the 2005 remake, was filmed in Salem, Wisconsin. The house used for the exterior shots of the Amityville house is located at 27618 Silver Lake Road. It’s a real house that was temporarily modified to include the iconic “eye” windows.

I loved the movies of the Amityville house and the history behind the true story. Do I believe that the real amityville house at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, New York is haunted? A resounding yes!

It even looks haunted! Would I ever want to go inside it if I had that chance? Another resounding yes!

Anything creepy or spooky interests me and which is why Halloween is my fave holiday!

I will be exporing other creepy locations and sharing here in my blogs.🧖

List three books that have had an impact on you. Why?

To dance with dolphins- by Bonnie Leon. Because it tells that you can still succeed with hardship.
Capturing lighthouses and life’s lessons- by Angel Kypkema. Because it lets you know to take time to do something for yourself.
Jonathon Livingston Seagull- by Richard Bach. Because it tells you to follow your own rules, to do something special even if for just themselves and there is more to living than meets the eye.

What fears have you overcome and how?

The worst! Flying!

I overcame it the first time when I flew to Florida to swim with dolphins! Was so worth it!

The next was for petting a real 5 month old tiger named Noah with my daughter! So exciting!

Next just a vacay away from the stress of life with hubby!

Will I still fly? That’s a question for later!!

Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life.

Only one? That’s not fair!

I like to read to venture into a different reality.

“Reading is a discount ticket to everywhere.” – Mary Schmich

There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island!

`Reading is a conversation. All books talk. But a good book listens as well.” — Mark Haddon

Reading isn’t just a passive activity; it’s a journey. This slogan implies that every book is an expedition, a voyage into the realms of words and ideas, and each word is a step along the way.

“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies.” – George R.R. Martin

“Books are uniquely portable magic.” – Stephen King

“Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.”

I especially enjoy reading a novel near the lake or just outside my home while the breeze surrounds me.

How do you know when it’s time to unplug? What do you do to make it happen?

I tend to know when my head starts to hurt or my eyes get tired.

I then unplug from tv and/or phone to read, take a walk or listen to ocean sounds from my sound machine,

I also take extra time to unplug by going to the lake or a neaby lighthouse( unfortunately an hour away-2 technically because I do have to come back!- or do I? 🤣)

Find joy in Life where you can🌷

I believe that you can find happiness in the little things in life if you just open your mind.

Do something silly that reminds you of being a child such as ride a carousel.

Life is like a carousel: sometimes you’re up, sometimes you’re down, but the ride is always worth it.

I had so much fun that I did it twice at different locations and it was wonderful!

Take a trip to the zoo and climb into a cage!

A trip to the zoo is always an adventure filled with fun, learning, and a chance to connect with nature’s incredible creatures. Whether you’re snapping a selfie with the tigers, marveling at the elegance of flamingos, or enjoying a day out with family and friends.

Pretend that you’re capturing the beacon standing tall!

Follow the yellow brick road along your journey through this life!

Have that race up the mountain!

Watch the butterflies flutter by and land on you in trust!

The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough.

A butterfly always reminds us that there is always beauty at the end of all the pain.”: The Dodo – For Animal People

Dance as if no one is watching! Twirl those hips and just let loose!

Nobody cares if you can’t dance well. Just get up and dance,

Enjoy your favorite meal! (Wear a bib)🤪

Feed a baby cow!

Sit next to a pumpkin person on a spooky evening!

Go to an apple orchard and pick some of those yummies!

Feed those nutty seagulls that are always hungry!

They are brazen and never shut up, I can relate to that, they’re my kind of bird.

Climb to the top of the lighthouse!

I wish to spend a lifetime near a lighthouse where loneliness will be the glimmer of luminous prancing upon ocean waves… rising and falling only for my breathing. I feel that we’re all lighthouses, and my job is to shine my light as brightly as I can to the darkness.

Enjoy a lollipop watching your favorite tv show!

Life is like a candy. Sometimes it’s sweet, sometimes it’s sour, but it always goes bad.

Keep calm and eat candy. It’s a piece of cake!”

Remember that life is shorter than you think and the best thing to do is find the simple joys!

In your hardest days try to smile and trudge on by thinking of what is great in this life.

Read a book and let it help you escape to another world!

A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, said Jojen. The man who never reads lives only one.

Draw or paint something creative or what you enjoy.

“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life,” – Pablo Picasso

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time,” – Thomas Merton

Take your camera and take photos of nature, lighthouses or anything that captures your fancy!

“The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera.” – Dorothea Lange

Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still.

Be goofy and silly! Find the laughter in what’s around you!

“We don’t laugh because we’re happy – we’re happy because we laugh.” – William James

If you don’t learn to laugh at troubles, you won’t have anything to laugh at when you grow old.

Basically, enjoy the life you have and find those small things to make you smile! They are all around you, all you have to do is open your eyes and mind.

“Enjoy the little things in life because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.”

I am slowly learning for myself that I may not be able to do the BIG things again that I already have, ( I was blessed to have been able to at that time) and I can admit that it can be hard to find that joy when life is hard and it is extremely hard.

I have opened my mind and eyes every day and do the best I can to find even the tiniest ray of happy!

What quality do you value most in a friend?

A good friend possesses traits like trustworthiness, reliability, supportiveness, and the ability to connect with you on a deeper level. They are dependable, respectful, and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can be your true self.