Heartbreak Hotel: Scattering Stars Like Dust

Heartbreak Hotel: Scattering Stars like Dust.
“Don’t grieve. Anything you lose comes round in another form.” ~ Rumi

It was with great shock that I received the news of the tragic deaths of Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett on Thursday, June 25, 2009. While their deaths are heartbreaking, the lessons for the living remain; live life fully, embrace yourself/loved ones, share your gifts and remember your blessings with a spirit of gratitude…

♥Heartbreak Hotel with Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley in a video collage♥

A youthful Michael Jackson years before all the complications

MJ in a moment of mirthfulness ... just a moment

I grew up with Michael Jackson’s music from the early days when he was a member of the Jackson 5. I remember watching him prance around on stage; focused, supremely talented and mirthful. How could someone so young have such charismatic star power? He had a unique voice, dance moves and a strong musical message. Who could ever forget A.B.C…?

The Jackson Five: From left clockwise, Tito, Jermaine, Jackie, Michael and Marlon.

Michael Jackson and Diana Ross back in the day during the Motown years...

“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” Rumi

My memories of the early days of the Jackson Five are tied to their performances and music; they were consummate entertainers, their music had catchy, bubblegum, teenybopper tunes that kept everyone dancing. As time went by, “The Jacksons’” matured, their music evolved and when Michael finally ventured off on his own, it was explosive… Heartbreak Hotel was always my top favorite even though I loved many songs in his recordings. Michael had an impressive musical body of work; it was personal, passionate, political, and always inspired.

♥You Rock My World ~ Michael Jackson w/ Usher and Chris Tucker♥

♥You Rock My World ~ Michael Jackson with Chris Tucker♥

The Jackson Five w/ their drummer Milford: Dressed in Blue...

“Still, the Final Grace was left: For all of existence and Hafiz to blend and to find that I am every pillow offering comfort to each mind and Foot.” ~ Hafiz

I remember the first time I saw Charlie’s Angels on TV with Farrah and her partners dashing around, solving cases and capturing criminals. It was a step in a different direction for women as characters with authority and while they had their share of detractors, the overall message was a positive one. Farrah moved on after the first season to a career that included high moments; especially in her roles in “Extremities” and “The Burning Bed.”

Screen shot of Charlie's Angel; Farrah, Kate and Jaclyn were the original three.

A classic iconic photo of Farrah Fawcett

“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.” ~ Kahlil Gibran

This is a shocking and massive dual loss for fans of both celebrities. These were people who seemingly had everything yet had their share of pain and suffering; Farrah handled her battle with cancer with grace and a clarity that included documenting part of the complicated journey to seek/receive treatment. Michael handled his life long childhood scars by sublimating the pain through touring around the world, passionately sharing his musical genius, turning to his spiritual faith and giving much to charity. Michael’s “Thriller” captures that genius and intertwines the dark with light…

♥Thriller ~ Michael Jackson♥

Michael Jackson on tour in Japan

Michael Jackson holding a little cat

“We come spinning out of nothingness, scattering stars like dust” ~ Rumi

When the lives of deceased loved ones are celebrated, we often hear the reminder that we come into the world naked and alone and leave the same way. I believe we come into the world with angels who escort us back to God; so we are never truly alone on the physical or spiritual plane.

♥You are Not Alone ~ Michael Jackson♥

Michael with Prince I and Paris ... family love

Michael Jackson had many fans and friends ~ Here w/ Whitney Houston.

Rest In Peace Michael and Farrah; we are all stars scattered across the earth to bring joy and gifts for a set time. Some bring more and others less yet all gifts have merit and touch lives: I send peace, sympathy and love to the families and loved ones of Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett. Our Life is a journey rift with mysteries, challenges and blessings. Our love carries us forward and then scatters to touch other souls; that’s the way love is/goes…

Michael and Janet Jackson; famous, super-talented siblings

♥That’s the Way Love Goes. ~ Janet Jackson♥

The Jackson Five: Brothers making music

Michael Jackson: Weep No More, You are Free... and loved♥

Have you hugged a dear one and shared words of wisdom and love? Remember to live Your life fully, embrace Your loved ones, share Your gifts and be grateful… Share Your thoughts?

Photo Credits:
Photo of Michael with cat and at Home with Prince I and Paris from J.Randy T and TMZ
Multiple photos of Michael, family, friends from C.Johnson
Photo of Farrah Fawcett from Wikipedia
“Charlie’s Angels” Shot ~This image is a screen shot of a copyrighted television program or station ID.

Until Next Time…
Ask. Believe. Receive. ©
Elizabeth Obih-Frank

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