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Post by ragdoll on Feb 27, 2010 2:24:37 GMT -5
Please, does somebody know if Michael was inspired by the tale of Shel Silverstein when he chose the name „Giving Tree“? I found it by accident recently... -it is a very touching read about unconditional love, but also truly sad...
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Post by Jane on Feb 27, 2010 4:59:55 GMT -5
Please, does somebody know if Michael was inspired by the tale of Shel Silverstein when he chose the name „Giving Tree“? I found it by accident recently... -it is a very touching read about unconditional love, but also truly sad... I've read it. I love this story. But inspired how? Are there any coincidences?
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Post by ragdoll on Feb 27, 2010 10:27:30 GMT -5
I was deeply touched when he climbed up on the tree he called his Giving Tree at Neverland and shared his views about it´s spititual significance...
And when I found this story, I wondered whether he knew this tale before then - or perhaps even mentioned it once? Is it a popular children´s book in english-speaking countries?
I've never heard of it before, looks like there was no german edition.
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Post by looking4truth on Feb 27, 2010 12:09:01 GMT -5
The book is considered a classic in America. Funny enough, I did not read it. Is there a link where I can? Oh and I think Michael, more than likely, read this book at some point. I don't think he ever said it in an interview but I wouldn't be surprise.
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Post by Jane on Feb 27, 2010 14:59:08 GMT -5
The book is considered a classic in America. Funny enough, I did not read it. Is there a link where I can? Oh and I think Michael, more than likely, read this book at some point. I don't think he ever said it in an interview but I wouldn't be surprise. Yes i think Michael read anything and everything so I would not be surprised either if he had read it.
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Post by ragdoll on Feb 28, 2010 3:27:55 GMT -5
The book is considered a classic in America. Funny enough, I did not read it. Is there a link where I can? Oh and I think Michael, more than likely, read this book at some point. I don't think he ever said it in an interview but I wouldn't be surprise. Thank you! Everyday I learn something new - this time about classic american literature... And you can read it online, here for example: www.atel.org.uk/the_giving_tree.htm
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Post by ragdoll on Feb 28, 2010 14:03:53 GMT -5
The book is considered a classic in America. Funny enough, I did not read it. Is there a link where I can? Oh and I think Michael, more than likely, read this book at some point. I don't think he ever said it in an interview but I wouldn't be surprise. Yes i think Michael read anything and everything so I would not be surprised either if he had read it. So far I had only heard the term "Giving Tree" once, when Michael said it. It was a peaceful and intimate moment to watch, when he sits there in his tree - sacred in a way, without wishing to be blasphemous. Michaels openness, tact and awareness in contrast to the crude behavior of his interview partner appears so disarmingly honest in that scene. I´m sure millions of people felt the same way I do. It was a unique moment and simply lovable. So maybe my granny is right when she says: there's a good side to everything....
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Post by merkaba on Mar 1, 2010 9:38:25 GMT -5
Thanks for the link....
Perhaps it is also a way of feeling near to the Universe...
I come to think of the Tree of Life...In the Kabbala teaching.
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Post by Nicole on Mar 1, 2010 22:14:27 GMT -5
"Aren't ya coming? " So cute.
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