Manifestation Miracles and Music

Manifestation:

(manifest) :  to make evident or certain by showing or displaying
                 :  a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality)

Miracle:

1 :  an extraordinary event manifesting divine intervention in human affairs

2 :  an extremely outstanding or unusual event, thing, or accomplishment

3 :  Christian Science :  a divinely natural phenomenon experienced humanly as the fulfillment of spiritual law

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I am powerful and amazing. I surrender to the will of the Divine, but know that the power of my intentions and thoughts create the world around me. As Rumi would say,  “Everything in the universe is within you. Ask all from yourself."

With that said, I manifested some miraculous shit recently. I am back in the Divine flow of the Universe, and it feels like I'm wrapped up in a warm, safe hug. I must admit, I fell off the wagon for moment. I was in a bit of a cold-weather-surfless-funk. I haven't been meditating, I was neglecting my self-practice, and become more and more casual about my strict cleanse. I was feeling frustrated and fatigued, but worst of all, I was feeling uninspired. After my unsuccessful trip to the Indian Consulate in NYC last week I decided that it was time to shake it up and shake it off. I sat and made a list of my dreams that I know I have the power to manifest. 

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Cailin's Manifestation List

• MUSIC:

*I want to record some of my favorite mantras....sacred sound. The mantras that have personally healed me and enhanced my being. To do this solo wouldn't do them justice, so I hope to find someone to accompany me. I'm not sure who this person is, but I know that they will reveal themselves now that this intention is out there. I'm hearing magical percussion that makes you feel something....

• YOGA:

*I'm ready to share my Bhakti and knowledge on a global platform. I'm ready to hold space in growing international retreats and trainings, and to connect with others who are sharing this same message and passion.

*GOLDEN BUDDHA YOGA WEBSITE : though my website is under construction and still in its earliest stage, I'm so excited to continue on creating a space to share my message, connect people around the globe, and inspire people to LIVE, love, and exist from their Sva Dharma.

*Create a global community through GBY and create a community karmic yoga charity

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BOOM. 

John De Kadt. 

John De Kadt is an insanely talented human being. I have been listening to his inspirational music since I first heard his song "Three Worlds" four years ago at Yoga Swami's in Encinitas. No matter how uninspired I may be feeling, when I put this song on - it moves me. It moves me into a yoga flow, into feeling whatever has been buried deep, and it moves me into moving back into harmony with the Universe. Through one of my teachers (Erika Blazenik) facebook pages, I saw that he had played in Philadelphia. PHILLY!? My back yard?! John de Kadt?! I couldn't believe it! And I wrote just that underneath the video clip that she had posted of JDK going mental on the drums. When I came back to facebook later in the day I had a friend request from John. BAH! Butterflies in my belly! "Accept"...duh. Then I opened my messages and there was a heartfelt letter of gratitude from John for my comment on the video. I then proceeded to ramble on about how moved I am by his music and how thankful I am for all that he is and all that he shares. This sparked a steady stream of conversation and now we're buddies. Boom. Thank you Universe for facilitating this Divine connection. All of this only one day after writing down my intentions. And by no coincidence we will both be in southern India at the same time this winter. I look forward to spending more time with someone that is such a gem (not only is he musically talented, but he is wickedly funny, has a super tight "emoticon" game, and is a delightful conversationalist) and to jamming with him and [hopefully] collaborating with him. 

Life is beautiful. 

Sometimes I need to slow down and remind myself that.

“In your light I learn how to love. 

In your beauty, how to make poems. 

You dance inside my chest where no-one sees you, 

but sometimes I do, 

and that sight becomes this art.”

Side Note: I just want to give a shout out to SPOTIFY....which has completely revolutionized the world of music as far as I'm concerned. Truly, it is the best $10/month that I have ever spent. For those of you who are up to paying for their premium membership, you can "follow" me and you can "follow" my playlists (which I make for nearly every class). It is a great way to discover new music and share music with friends. And, you can find John De Kadt on there too! Enjoy!

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Melting Into Music.

Today I was feeling really alone...like I'm not quite sure where my place is. I did some chi qong to try to center and ground. I meditated to find some stillness. I rebel yelled to get rid of all the anxiety. I breathed through alternate nostrils until I nearly fainted in an attempt to chill.out. Wandering is still heavy in my heart and home feels very far away. After a full day I got home and laid on the couch, and though I'm not really a tv person I just wanted to completely tune out and turn off. I watched the final few episodes of Shameless, which was amazing, but the highlight was the song that played during the finale. It was "Ends of the Earth" by Lord Huron. The music itself fit my solemn sad mood, and the lyrics captured and summed up my heart. So amazing how powerful music can be. Check him out. I've been listening to him on spotify for over an hour now and I want to melt into the music...it's *that* good. 

"There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music." 

― T.S. Eliot

• Ooh, ooh
  
  
  Oh, there's a river that winds on forever
  I'm gonna see where it leads
  Oh, there's a mountain that no man has mounted
  I'm gonna stand on the peak
  
  
  Out there's a land that time don't command
  Wanna be the first to arrive
  No time for ponderin' why I'm-a wanderin'
  Not while the
  
  
  To the ends of the earth, would you follow me
  There's a world that was meant for our eyes to see
  To the ends of the earth, would you follow me
  If you will have a say my goodbyes to me
  
  
  Oh, there's an island where all things are silent
  I'm gonna whistle a tune
  Oh, there's a desert that size can't be measured
  I'm gonna count all the dunes
  
  
  Out there's a a world that calls for me, girl
  Headin' out into the unknown
  Well if there are strangers, and all kinds of danger
  Please don't say I'm going alone
  
  
  To the ends of the earth, would you follow me
  There's a world that was meant for our eyes to see
  To the ends of the earth, would you follow me
  Well if you want, I will say my goodbyes to me
  
  
  I was a-ready to die for you, baby
  Doesn't mean I'm ready to stay
  What good is livin' a life you've been given
  If all you do is stand in one place
  
  
  I'm on a river that winds on forever
  Follow 'til I get where I'm goin'
  Maybe I'm headin' to die but I'm still gonna try
  I guess I'm goin' alone

LORD HURON - "ends of the earth"

Cailin Callahan

www.cailincallahan.blogspot.com

Music.

 

"A musician, if he is a messenger, is like a child who hasn't been handled too many times by man, hasn't had too many fingerprints across his brain. That is why music is so much heavier than anthing you've ever felt." -- Jimi Hendrix, Life magazine, 1969

Mark Whitwell, my guru, says that "the great exploration of popular music has arisen from our need to feed something authentic in life....As in yoga, art is the perfect merging of the performer with the performance. It allows the life energy to flow....Do you experience life for yourself, feel things directly for yourself and feel this living, breathing, heart-pumping organism you are? What is living you, breathing you and pulsing your heart? How can we have firsthand experience and expression of our own life, every one of us? By understanding that we are authentic as life itself along with the Sun and Moon and trees and everything else. We allow our yoga and art to arise from that as the natural flow of life. The artistic struggle to make an authentic gesture arises from the deep social denial of the authenticity of our own life. But your life is extraordinary intelligent and powerful. it is already in place. You can move easily from here as your own unique form. The Sun will rise!" -- Mark Whitwell "Yoga of Heart" 

What is LIVING you?

Adele: Girl, let me tell you - YOU are powerful and amazing.

WHITE BUFFALO, Seattle

I have seen the White Buffalo a number of times now, and goddamn he's JUST SO GOOD. I don't know of anyone with such a heartbreakingly beautiful voice. And to make the show even better than it already could have been - I got to enjoy it with two of my beautiful friends at a super-awesome venue, the Tractor Tavern. Our bartender Casey kept the beers flowing, and we danced and swayed the night away. The White Buffalo just released a new cd (which is amazing) but only available at his shows. He'll be releasing it sometime in December but for now, I got mine bitches!!

OMG, the white buffaloooooo!!

the two most beautiful women in the northwest <3

love.

matt, the drummer, gave me a drum stick. yeeeeeewwww!!!

And I's on an island, an island for one
Burning my eyes staring at the sun, staring at the sun

And I's always silent, well had of gone deaf and dumb
I feel like a loser cause i never won, but I never won

'Til you blew in just like paper in the wind
And I just wanted something to believe in
And I just want to be your man, your friend
Carry on with you right down to the very end
Oh I'm with you
Oh I'm with you
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/t/the_white_buffalo/love_song_1.html ]
And I's always diving, diving under the gun
Well holding on to nothing, holding onto some, well holding onto some

And I's always striving, but I'm left undone
Countin the days but the lonely dont lye, they get up and they run

'Til you blew in just like paper in the wind
Well I just wanted somethin to believe in
And I just want you on my arm, every limb
Carry on with you right down to the bitter end
Oh I'm with you
Oh I'm with you
Oh I'm with you

the white buffalo, love song #1

BIRDY

BIRDY: a 14 year old pianist/singer-songwriter from England. This girls music has brought me to tears...many times. You can purchase her cover of Bon Iver's "Skinny Love" as well as one of her original songs, "Shelter" on iTunes...but her debut album won't be released until November 7th. This girl has REAL talent, it will truly blow you away. Check her out: her songs on youtube are breathtaking. Check out some of her songs:

- Skinny Love

- Shelter

- Without A Word

- People Helping People

- Be Free

Cafe 7 Showtime.

Last night I played a gig at the local bar CAFE 7. Kuta Lombok is a super small town, and word travels quickly. People were stopping by all day to ask about the Bule (gringa, howli, etc.) that was scheduled to play later in the evening. EVERYONE from town came out, and the place was packed. Aside from some out of tune guitars it was a superb evening...that went on and on until well past 2 in the morning. The owner, Tanku, is so stoked on my music - and Im stoked on him. Tanku has asked me to frequent the stage so long as I am in Kuta Lombok, and I will happily oblige...

Cosmic Love.

Florence + The Machine.
Love. Love. Love.
LOVE.

At first it was just
- Heavy In Your Arms
- My Boy Builds Coffins
- Dog Days Are Over
On my rotation. Then "You've got the love" was added, and my most recent favorite is COSMIC LOVE. We had it heavily on rotation at the cabin in Washington when I was with Julia- so of course, it reminds me of her- maybe that's why I love it so much. No matter what- I've listened to it 6 times in a row his morning- and I'll probably listen to it another dozen times before I go to Bed tonight. So, do yourself a favor- and listen to this song.

Bokor Mountain Lodge Music.

Been playing heaps of music since my arrival in Cambodia. I'm totally blown away by the quantity AND quality of the musicians that are calling this country home. The past two nights I've played music with two fine gentlemen...Shawn (guitar, harmonica) and Eric (I THINK that was his name, on acoustic bass). These two rock- playing a ton of music that speaks to my heart- stuff that my mother sang and played for me. Love it. They started up at 6pm yesterday and we played until it was past midnight!! Its nights like these that really fuel my love and passion for playing music. Thanks guys!

8ctopus.

8CTOPUS.
A badass French band.
Check them out...
Not now, RIGHT NOW.

Last night when we went to Kukuluku in town to see Dan and his band (the Phnom Penh Hippie Orhestra) play, we weren't sure what to expect. Well, the place was packed! In the band was Dan on drums, a guitarist, bassist, trumpet, clarinet, fiddle, trumbone, accordion, a small oddly shaped Russian guitar and two others. The music was fun: gypsy street music. By the true stars of the show was a band from France...8CTOPUS. Out-fucking-standing. A young group of handsome French gentlemen- they totally rocked the house. The main two guys were on trombone and trumpet. The others played trumpet, baritone, some other type of horn, and 3 guys on drums. I haven't been so excited about music in quite awhile...and this music made you want to do backflips. They danced and shouted and played the shit outta their horns. The crowd went wild. Like a more upbeat, hip, excited version of he band BEIRUT. All of them are about the age of those in University. They are here playing music with street kids of Cambodia. Their music was totally unreal, and still has me grinning.

...You're Welcome.

Yep...you're welcome.

The Best.

There is nothing better than...

...a ripe avocado,

...my first cup of perfectly constructed coffee in the morning,

...an ice cold beer on a hot day,

...and Grizzly Bears' song "While You Wait For The Others".

If I'm not blaring it out of my speakers, or through my ipod, then I'm simply singing it in my head...and aloud. So good, so good, so good. Download - not now, right now. Other songs that have been on repeat:

• Bon Iver + St. Vincent - Roslyn
• Edward Sharpe + The Magnetic Zeroes - Home
• Bon Iver - Re: stacks
• Black Dub - I Believe In You
• Sharon Jones + The Dap Kings - Inspiration Information
• Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah
• Bonobo - Stay The Same
• Grizzly Bear - Two Weeks

Cailin @ The World Cafe Live.

BAH. So amazing. I love love love the World Cafe Live, it is by far one of my favorite venues in all of the world!!! SO when they emailed me about opening for Bryan Greenberg on the amaaaazing DOWNSTAIRS stage I jumped at the chance. Below is a photo journal of the evening, and I'll just give you one story to go along with it:

Matt {the "guy" runnin' it all}: "Cailin, let me know if you need anything. The room has some snacks and water. Do you want me to stock it with beer?"

Me: "Well...does it cost anything?"

Matt: "No. It's free."

Cailin: "Well, shit...then why'd you even ask!? Absolutely!!"

Matt: "Ha. Well, what kind of beer do you want?"

Cailin: "I get to pick?! Bah! Anything! We love beer!"

Does it get any better??

Totally stoked on the free beer, free bottles of water, and the delectable veggie dipping tray!

Christian and me sound-checking...

Check One, Check Two, Check Check Check....

Scott and Dad, enjoying the show.

Momma, Me and Sarah.

Bryan Greenberg, and his many adoring female fans...

What better way to end the night than with a PAT'S Cheesesteak @ midnight?!

Dream Another Dream.

the past is something that you cant forget, shouldn't forget - but should use it as a tool to grow. sometimes this is easier said than done, and sometimes you've learned your lesson - no need for the memories any longer. lately ive found myself dreaming about and reliving the past two years of my life. its like my mind is raging a war all its own - i have no control. as soon as i close my eyes, it starts. i thought that our dreams were an extension of ourselves? well i dont want to relive these memories, damnit. i keep trying to convince my mind before i fall asleep to think other thoughts, dream other dreams. and as if the dreaming isnt enough, it keeps coming up in conversations, and making itself known through random signs here and there. i think that my mind is playing tricks on me. lesson: meditate. meditate more. lots more. train the mind. focus the mind. find a path, and stick to it.

mediafire'd BONOBO's latest album "Black Sands". while i was typing this his song {feat andreya triana} "stay the same" came on.

A night train
Midnight
Bags gathered round my feet
Possessions
Some lessened
To carry with me
Heavy and
Soothing
Like a gentle symphony

I rest my
Head right
Back upon my seat
It's hard
And cold though
The best thing for me
This train is
Movin'
But my heart is stationery

Seasons change
it won't ever be the same
I'm hopin'
I will stay the same
Reasons strange
Why we always play these games

I left it
With you
A note that was discreet
I made sure
I put it
Upon the cellar door
It's hanging, hoping
Will you read it while I weep

Last time
The last time
It flickers through me
So vivid
It rushes
From my head down to my feet
We're laughing, joking
Through to my defeat

Seasons change
It will never be the same
I'm hopin'
I wïll stay the same
Reasons strange
Why we always play these games

Erik Satie.

.Erik Satie.
Divine. Moving. Beautiful.



May 17, 1866 - July 1, 1925
born in Honfleur, France, composer + pianist during the Modern period

"French musical maverick Erik Satie (1866-1925) wrote music that is known as much for its eccentric titles and performance directions as for its unique sound and lack of allegiance to any one aesthetic. Satie's musical education came from the conservatories and the cabarets, and his compositions have both formal and informal aspects. His piano music, especially the Gymnopedies and Gnossiennes, is his best-known work. Much of it has a still thoughtfulness to it that is at once cerebral, yet frank and concisely constructed. His ballets Parade and Relâche, the Messe des Pauvres, and the symphonic drama Socrate are his important larger works."

Similar composers are:

• Claude Debussy
• Phillip Glass
• Fryderyk Chopin
• Francis Poulenc

SO... I hate to admit it, but reading Twilight turned me onto Claude Debussy. I've really been enjoying his compositions, though it was his PANDORA station that got me hooked on Erik Satie. I've been listening to a lot of classical music lately - at first it all sounded the same to me. Every once in a while though a song would jump out and really speak to me...whenever I'd check out who it was, low and behold it was always Satie! Now I've come to point out the distinct styles of different composers, more specifically: the works of Debussy vs Chopin vs Satie. And in the end, Satie takes the cake. I was researching Satie and found a touching quote on a "Reviews" site: "It's taken me 20 years to find something that fills my heart with passion, I've found it in composers like Satie." Luckily it hasn't taken me a lifetime to discover and the genius and beauty that he has created. And lucky you - for reading this blog and being educated on the divine, profound compositions of this individual.

amusez-vous bien !

Bon Iver.

BON IVER

aka

Justin Vernon

Love. Love. Love. Love. Music has a way of finding you when you need it. The perfect song for the moment. Well...maybe it took me so long to discover Twilight because my life wasn't yet ready for the brilliance of musician Bon Iver. I heard his haunting song "Roslyn" while watching the second Twilight installment, New Moon. As soon as the song came on I was hooked, and Julisa yelped "OH MY GOD. Bon Iver. LOVE him!!". Well, so did I. My obsessive behavior lately is now split between watching the first and second Twilight movies on repeat and sitting in my room listening to Bon Iver songs on youtube...over and over and over. There are two songs that battle for the #1 spot in my heart: "Roslyn" + "Skinny Love". So perfect. Other favorites are "Flume", "For Emma", and "Blindsided". Bon Iver: sexy and haunting and wholesome. If it's not in your iTunes library, it needs to be.

The Dead Dog

Christian, Me, Tully + Meg

The Dead Dog.

Random name for a bar, I know, but there is actually a story behind it. It's my favorite bar in Jersey, and the only bar in Sea Isle City worth going to. I love the bartenders {Bill, Mark, Scott, Jamie}, I love the live acoustic music every night, I love the beers on tap, and I just get a good vibe from this homey place. I play there sometimes with Christian, and this past Saturday we played for a packed crowd. Thanks to everybody who came out!!

The Mildred's Gals coming out to support!!

Happy Song.

When I was in California we would have random, completely sporadic DANCE PARTIES. Nicole and I would just break it down in the middle of the living room, Chris Del Moro shakin' a leg in a parking lot - wherever and whenever. One song that we could never keep it together for was CLAP YOUR HANDS SAY YEAH's song "The Skin of my Yellow Country Teeth". It's one of those songs that the SECOND you hear it you can't help but to just dance around like a crazy person. Today I was in need of a pick-me-up so I bought this song off of iTunes and had my only little dance party. Encinitas - I'm sending you some love!! People - if you want to smile, download this song!

SEA Paddle Around Manhattan, Rd II

Sven and I were back for the SEA Paddle Around Manhattan. Last year we were lucky enough to be involved and we were stoked that Andrew wanted us again. After a 28 mile paddle around the island of manhattan the paddlers, their families, friends and fans hang out for a little "beach party". Relax, eat a bit and listen to us play. This year Sven actually PADDLED the 28 miles, coming in an impressive 7th place!! Holy shit!! We played some music and then headed up to the fundraiser-afterparty "The White Water Event". Dressed in white, we dined on good food and sipped booze from the open bar. Enjoyed some music, shot the shit with good people and laughed.

Sven, didn't have all white, wore a sheet - turning this high end fundraiser into a toga party....

Sven, post-paddle, super stoked on the 28 miles.

Sven, Me + Andrew - the founder and creator of this event!

Big thanks for Tom Forkin for introducing me to Andrew and making all this happen.

This is where I slept. Under the bridge, in Svens van, which doesn't lock, all by myself. Did I mention that I woke up to a bum peeing outside? Note to drunk Cailin: sleeping in a van, under a bridge, in nyc is probably not a good idea. FYI: Sven and Johnny were not present in the van. At 5am I received a text from Sven saying "Cailin, don't worry about me...I'm going to stay at a friends house, I'll see you in the morning". Great, thanks Sven.

Came home to my car having been towed in AC and a call from my boss telling me not to bother to come into work - goes to show you that no good deed goes unpunished - but this event was well worth it!!!!

What is the SEA?

Surfers’ Environmental Alliance (SEA) is a grassroots, project-based, tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that works to preserve fragile coastal habitats, natural ocean waves, a clean ocean, non-restrictive beach access, as well as the cultural and environmental integrity of the sport of surfing.

SEA’s focus encouraged creation of the Paddle NYC event in 2007 to stress the importance of our marine environment in all our lives, and the difference each of us can make.

How It Works:

Every participant in the paddle and race is obligated to raise a minimum of $1,000 with a goal of $1,500. Paddlers who raise $2,500 by August 4th will have their entire entry fee refunded. Last year the paddle raised almost $250,000 dollars with proceeds being split between our choosen Autism organizations and Surfers’ Environmental Alliance.

THE BLACK KEYS.

LOVE LOVE LOVE the black keys. Just uploaded some photos to iPhoto and realized that I'm way behind on the blog and keeping you people informed. Here are some favorites...

Jack + Gingers before the show.

Elizabeth chowing on a sandwich that is bigger than her face @ Standard Tap.

The fearsome duo...the black keys.

so good.