#Lena Friedrich

[pedroam-bang]

Chapter One: “Once Upon A Time… In Nazi-Occupied France” - Inglourious Basterds (2009)

[fizzyorange-v2]

on not being able to save those you love, even from themselves

“I've been inside his head. That guy's a piece of shit.”

“It doesn't matter. I-I don't want to be someone who leaves people behind. I want to be someone who saves his family. And for better or worse... he's family.”

Credits:

1 - Billy-Ray Belcourt, A History of My Brief Body / Virgina Woolf, Final Letter to Her Husband // 2 - Nick Schager, The Boys Recap: Don’t Forget Your Second Wind // 3 - Adrienne Rich, For the Dead // 4 - Jodi Picoult, Handle with Care / The Boys, Assassination Run / Lena Oleanderson, Love in the Thoracic Cavity / Friedrich Nietzsche / @ell-hs, x / unknown // 5 - The Front Bottoms, Twelve Feet Deep / Dazai Osamu, No Longer Human / Walter Benjamin, One Way Street (tr. Edmund Jephcott), Selected Writings, Vol I: 1913-1926 / lillie, via Pinterest // 6 - John Le Carré, The Looking Glass War / Bring Me the Horizon, True Friends / starparkdesigns, via Instagram // 7 - Clive Barker, The Hellbound Heart / The Crane Wives, Tongues and Teeth / @neuxue, x // 8 - Susan Sontag, As Consciousness is Harnessed to Flesh: Journals and Notebooks (1964 - 1980) / Molly McAdams, Stealing Harper (Taking Chances, #1.5) / The Mountain Goats, Training Montage / Hael, Who Made You A Monster? // 9 - Bares, Montage // 10 - Aeschylus, Agamemnon / Garth Ennis, Preacher / D.N., excerpt from a book i'll never write #71 / @catradoraism, x / Poor Man’s Poison, Black Sheep // 11 - The Mountain Goats, Up the Wolves // 12 & 13 - Natalie Young, Notes on Earth Life // 14 - Brandon Sanderson, The Final Empire / unknown / David Fincher, The Social Network // 15 - Margaret Atwood, "Hesitations outside the door", Power Politics / @theartistichuman, x / Jorge Rivera-Herrans, No Longer You // 16 - unknown

as always please let me know if any links break, any credit is incorrect, or if you’re aware of where a missing piece of media is from :]

[karin-in-action]

Wer ist die*der attraktivste Tatortkommissar*in?

Für die Kategorie "attraktivste Tatortkommissarin" gibt es 20 Nominierte. Sie werden in 5 Runden gegeneinander antreten.

Runde 1 "attraktivste Tatortkommissarin":

Julia Grosz -> direkt in Runde 2

Karin Gorniak -> direkt in Runde 2

Linda Selb vs. Tessa Ott

Rosa Herzog -> direkt in Runde 2

Johanna Stern -> direkt in Runde 2

Pia Heinrich -> direkt in Runde 2

Nina Rubin vs. Conny Mey

Mila Sahin -> direkt in Runde 2

Isabelle Grandjean -> direkt in Runde 2

Leonie Winkler -> direkt in Runde 2

Liv Moormann vs. Henni Sieland

Esther Baumann -> direkt in Runde 2

Charlotte Lindholm -> direkt in Runde 2

Charlotte Sänger -> direkt in Runde 2

Bibi Fellner vs. Susanne Bonard

Lena Odenthal -> direkt in Runde 2

Ich weiß, dass das ziemlich viele sind, die direkt weiter kommen, aber ich wollte keine Wettkämpfe zwischen 3 Personen.

Für die Kategorie "attraktivster Tatortkommissar" gibt es 15 Nominierte. Sie werden in 4 Runden gegeneinander antreten.

Runde 1 "attraktivster Tatortkommissar":

Jan Pawlak vs. Nils Stedefreund

Franz Leitmayr vs. Frank Thiel

Thorsten Lannert vs. Felix Stark

Adam Schürk vs. Robert Karow

Ivo Batic vs. Andreas Keppler

Karl Friedrich Boerne vs. Uwe Kohnau

Leo Hölzer vs. Sebastian Bootz

Thorsten Falke -> direkt in Runde 2

Der Wettkampf um den attraktivsten Kommissar wird morgen starten, der Wettkampf um die attraktivste Kommissarin schon heute. So wird das Finale am selben Tag stattfinden.

[lnights]

Hi Layla 🤗🖤, how about Tommi Lalli, David Friedrich and Ethan Torchio (🥁🥁🥁🔥) for the how hot thingy?

Hi Lena 🖤

Ooo drummers 👀 I'm weak for arm muscles

Tommi Not My Type | Alright | Cute | Adorable | Pretty | Gorgeous | LORD MERCY

BIG BEAR MAN. He's so muscly 😳

David Not My Type | Alright | Cute | Adorable | Pretty | Gorgeous | LORD MERCY

He's pretty but I think he's very aware of it too lol 😂 he seems like a fun guy though.

Ethan Not My Type | Alright | Cute | Adorable | Pretty | Gorgeous | LORD MERCY

SO. FUCKING. HOT. Strong silent man 🖤

[peterlorres21stcentury]

I didn't write quite as much as I planned today, because I went on a surprise excursion to the garden center to buy pumpkins. This was both fun and extremely important. 🎃

However, while I was out I did finally settle on some names for my latest characters, at the very least. The maid's name is Lena, and the Baron... are you ready for this:

Baron: Ugh, fine. It's Wilhelm Friedrich Johannes Reinhardt Theophrastus von Baum. Happy??

I think he didn't want to tell me for the longest time because he finds it ridiculous.

[brookstonalmanac]

Birthdays 6.30

Beer Birthdays

Louis J. Hauck (1866)

Larry Berlin (1961)

Nick Funnell

Hildegard Van Ostaden (1975)

Five Favorite Birthdays

Bo Carter; blues musician (1892)

Stanley Clarke; jazz bassist (1951)

Susan Hayward; actor (1917)

Lena Horne; singer, actor (1917)

Brendan Perry; rock musician (1959)

Famous Birthdays

Florence Ballard; pop/soul singer (1943)

Robert Ballard; oceanographer (1942)

Fantasia Barrino; singer-songwriter and actress (1984)

Thomas Lovell Beddoes; English poet (1803)

Madge Bellamy; actress (1899)

Paul Berg; biologist (1926)

Harry Blackstone Jr.; magician (1934)

Brian Bloom; actor (1970)

Lizzy Caplan; actress (1982)

Murray Cook; singer, "Wiggles" (1960)

Man Mountain Dean; wrestler (1891)

Vincent D'Onofrio; actor (1959)

Georges Duhamel; French author (1884)

Nancy Dussault; actress and singer (1936)

John Gay; English writer (1685)

Alicia Fox; wrestler, model, and actress (1986)

Archibald Frazer-Nash; English car designer (1889)

David Garrison; actor (1952)

James Goldman; screenwriter and playwright (1927)

Winston Graham; English author (1908)

Rupert Graves; actor (1963)

David Alan Grier; actor (1955)

Larry Henley; singer-songwriter (1937)

Barry Hines; English author (1939)

Joseph Dalton Hooker; English botanist and explorer (1817)

Allan Houser; sculptor and painter (1914)

Mario Lanfranchi; Italian film director (1927)

Hal Lindes; American-English guitarist (1953)

Czesław Miłosz; Lithuanian writer (1911)

Kelsi Monroe; adult actress (1992)

Raymond Moody; parapsychologist (1944)

Tony Musante; actor (1936)

Clive Nolan; English musician (1961)

José Emilio Pacheco; Mexican poet (1939)

Brendan Perry; English singer-songwriter and guitarist (1959)

Michael Phelps; swimmer (1985)

Monica Potter; actor (1971)

Julianne Regan; English singer-songwriter and guitarist (1962)

Andy Scott; rock guitarist, singer (1949)

Harry Shields; jazz clarinetist (1899)

Glenn Shorrock; English-Australian singer-songwriter (1944)

Thomas Sowell; economist (1930)

Stanley Spencer; English artist (1891)

Mark Spoelstra; singer-songwriter and guitarist (1940)

Ron Swoboda; New York Mets OF (1944)

Eleanor Ross Taylor; poet (1920)

Mike Tyson; boxer (1966)

Dave Van Ronk; singer-songwriter and guitarist (1936)

Horace Vernet; French painter (1789)

Friedrich Theodor Vischer; German author, poet (1807)

Brian Vollmer; Canadian singer (1955)

Rich Vos; comedian (1957)

Heinz Warneke; German-American sculptor (1895)

Mark Waters; film director (1964)

Philip Adrian Wright; rock keyboardist (1956)

Ed Yost; hot-air balloon inventor (1919)

[sandrateitge]

GALLERY WEEKEND FESTIVAL

16 & 17 September 2023

Hosted by Studio Mondial at the former Hotel Mondial on Kurfürstendamm, the festival offered a multifaceted program of performances, screenings, sound events, readings, and installations that will bring the lobby, the former restaurant, both hotel bars, the courtyard, and the underground parking garage.

The program kicked off at midday on Saturday with alternating performances and readings on the indoor and outdoor stages by Yi Ten Lai, daniel ward, Frieda Toranzo Jaeger, Ana Prvački, Angharad Williams, Nicholas Grafia, and Mikołaj Sobczak, as well as a conversation between Nora Turato and author Stephanie LaCava. The afternoon will feature sound performances by Leyla Yenirce with Vienna Gist, Susan Philipsz with Luca Diebold, and Theresa Patzschke and Eleni Poulou, as well as a performance and a DJ set by Maque Pereyra.

The festival recommenced at noon on Sunday in front of the hotel building on Kurfürstendamm with a sound performance by DAF (Dynamische Akustische Forschung), readings by Philipp Simon and Sofia Defino Leiby, a new choral piece by the BWŁKS Choir, a text and and music-based performance by Raphaela Vogel with Juliane Liebert and Daniel Roth, followed by a extension of the film by Elisa Giardina Papa feat. the musician duendita, a sound performance by Leda Bourgogne, a reading by Karl Holmqvist, and a performance by Anna Ehrenstein with Göksu Kunak and Yara Mekawei that oscillated between text and sound. FRANKIE brought the program to a close with a cello and vocal performance.

Films were shown on both days in two separate screening rooms that were formerly the hotel bars. The shorter films ran on a loop throughout the day, with contributions from Peter Wächtler, Nina Könnemann, Kandis Williams, Isabell Heimerdinger, Jordan Strafer, Pauline Curnier Jardin, Eli Cortiñas, Juliette Blightman, Penny Goring, Peter Friedl, Christopher Aque, Leyla Yenirce, Adrian Ganea, and Cornelia Schleime.

The long films were screened once a day at fixed times. The program featured films by Heike Baranowsky, Ulla von Brandenburg, Peggy Buth, Stephanie Comilang, Michael Franz, Christopher Aque, Elisa Giardina Papa, Loretta Fahrenholz, Cemile Sahin, Jenkin van Zyl, Su Yu Hsin, Britta Thie, and Friedrich Kunath.

Additionally, installations and sculptural works were presented in both the interior and exterior spaces. Towards Ku’damm, Dan Peterman’s modular sculptures invite the public to enter the building; Raul Walch’s site-specific intervention, a textile banner stretching across the entire facade of the former hotel, draws attention to the festival from a distance while simultaneously referencing its surroundings – West Berlin’s popular shopping district with its numerous clothing stores. In the lobby, festivalgoers encountered both of Max Paul’s Berlin Beds: in addition to their obvious modernist echoes of Mies van der Rohe, the works allude to Berlin’s ongoing obsession with demolition and construction, a phenomenon that has clearly affected the former Hotel Mondial. Jasmin Werner drew direct comparisons to the United Arab Emirates with its architecture and power structures fueled by globalization. In the hotel reception, visitors could listen to Jenna Sutela’s sound work over the telephone and view works by Laure Prouvost and Asta Gröting; a nearby textile wall work by Ulla von Brandenburg invited visitors to pause. Waiting to be discovered in the stairwell was a sound installation by Jan St. Werner that acoustically and spatially expands the exhibition venue.

On view in the entrance area were two video works by artists Taína Cruz and Petra Cortright. Four glass vitrines feature ceramic works, drawings, and installations by Ghislaine Leung, Gerrit Frohne-Brinkmann, Lena Henke, and Galli. The former restaurant presented sculptural works by Nadira Husain, Ketuta Alexi-Meskhishvili, Anna Ehrenstein, Yi Ten Lai, Frieda Toranzo Jaeger, Lap-See Lam, and Raphaela Vogel – some of these were activated by performances during the festival.

Artistic interventions by Fortuna Forest and Lila Steinkampf welcomed visitors to the courtyard, while Monty Richthofen’s tattoo studio and an installation by Anne Duk Hee Jordan occupied the underground parking garage.

The bookstore a.p. was on site selling publications by participating artists and other selected books.

Free childcare was also be available.

[politikwatch]

Wir können uns Mittelständische Millionäre und #populistische #HETZER wie #Merz in der #Politik nicht mehr leisten❗️🧠

⚠️ Wer #CDU #CSU wählt, bekommt #AFD ⚠️

#Merz #bejubelt #rechten #Großvater ⤵️

#Entsetzen, #Empörung, und eine Spur von #Missgunst - all das umgibt den umstrittenen #Politiker #FriedrichMerz #Schachfigur der #Wirtschaft 🤬🧠

[koreangermanium]

Most Popular Names in Germany Top 10

Are you curious about the most popular names in Germany? Names are an essential part of cultural identity, and Germany boasts a diverse and rich naming tradition. From classic names that have stood the test of time to modern and unique choices, German names hold a unique charm. In this article, we will explore the top names that have captured the hearts of parents in Germany, diving into their meanings and significance.

Table of Contents

- Introduction - Traditional German Names - Modern Trends in Naming - Gender-Neutral Names - Celebrity-Inspired Names - Name Meanings and Origins - Factors Influencing Name Choices - Regional Variations in Names - Naming Laws in Germany - Name Evolution Over Time - The Role of Surnames - Unconventional Naming Choices - Impact of Globalization on Names - The Emotional Connection to Names - Conclusion - FAQs

Introduction

Names hold a mirror to the culture and society of a country, reflecting its history, values, and trends. Germany, with its rich heritage and modern influences, showcases a diverse array of names that have gained popularity over the years. Male Names: - Lukas - Elias - Benjamin - Leon - Paul - Jonas - Finn - Maximilian - Noah - David Female Names: - Emma - Mia - Hannah - Emilia - Lina - Anna - Lea - Sophia - Marie - Lena

Traditional German Names

Classic names like Heinrich, Gertrude, and Wilhelm have deep roots in German history. These names have a timeless quality that continues to attract parents looking for names with a historical touch.

Modern Trends in Naming

In recent years, there has been a shift towards more contemporary names like Liam, Mia, and Noah. These names resonate with modern sensibilities while maintaining a connection to German heritage.

Gender-Neutral Names

Gender-neutral names such as Alex, Jordan, and Taylor are gaining popularity as parents seek names that challenge traditional gender norms and offer a sense of inclusivity.

Celebrity-Inspired Names

Celebrities often influence naming trends. Names like Lena, after the popular singer, and Lukas, inspired by a well-loved football player, have gained prominence.

Name Meanings and Origins

Names like Friedrich, meaning "peaceful ruler," and Amelia, meaning "industrious," carry profound meanings that parents connect with on a personal level.

Factors Influencing Name Choices

Religious beliefs, historical figures, and family traditions all play a role in naming decisions. Parents often choose names that hold personal significance.

Regional Variations in Names

Different regions in Germany have their own naming preferences. Names popular in the north might differ from those in the south, adding to the country's name diversity.

Naming Laws in Germany

Germany has strict naming laws to prevent names that could be detrimental to a child's well-being. Names must indicate the gender and not be offensive.

Name Evolution Over Time

Names evolve with societal changes. Old names experience resurgence, while others fade into obscurity due to evolving tastes.

The Role of Surnames

Surnames like Schneider (tailor) and Fischer (fisherman) often have occupational origins, providing insights into the ancestral professions of families.

Unconventional Naming Choices

Some parents opt for unique names like Jasper or Elke, making their child stand out in a crowd and fostering individuality.

Impact of Globalization on Names

Globalization has introduced international names to Germany. Names like Sophia and Alexander have gained popularity due to their universal appeal.

The Emotional Connection to Names

Names are emotionally charged, connecting individuals to their cultural roots and family legacies. They become a part of one's identity.

Conclusion

In conclusion, names in Germany reflect a captivating blend of tradition and modernity. From traditional names rooted in history to contemporary choices influenced by global trends, German names continue to intrigue and inspire. Choosing a name is a deeply personal decision, a glimpse into a parent's hopes and aspirations for their child.

FAQs

- Q: Can I give my child any name in Germany? A: While Germany allows a range of names, they must adhere to certain guidelines to ensure the child's well-being. - Q: Are traditional names losing popularity? A: Traditional names are still cherished, but modern and international names are gaining traction. - Q: What's the significance of gender-neutral names? A: Gender-neutral names challenge stereotypes and promote inclusivity and equality. - Q: Do names have legal implications in Germany? A: Yes, names are subject to legal regulations to prevent names that could harm the child's interests. - Q: How do German names compare to naming trends in other countries? A: German names share similarities with international trends while maintaining their unique cultural flavor. Read the full article

[honeyleesblog]

Astrological Outlook and Personality Analysis for Those with a May 25th Birthday

They are exceptionally tricky individuals, particularly when confronted with unexpected snags. They deal with their perspective. Their minds are very evolved and they are likewise exceptionally fascinating. His taste is exceptionally inconspicuous. They love everything, and are much of the time blissful about their excellence and way of life. It is likewise normal for them to show huge capacity concerning craftsmanship, music, singing, and so on. They are exceptionally acquainted with human expression, and may try and find actual success in verse or music. What would it be advisable for them to look out for? In spite of the fact that they are exceptionally capable, they think excessively, again and again, in their lives. Be that as it may, they are without a doubt fit for getting through throughout everyday life. They are solid in all perspectives, both genuinely and intellectually. Astounding speakers: they can be extremely discretionary individuals who are doing their exercises. They are equipped for accomplishing appropriate mental and profound advancement throughout everyday life. Astrological Outlook and Personality Analysis for Those with a May 25th Birthday 

 Assuming your birthday is on May 23, your zodiac sign is Gemini May 23 - character and character character: impartial, unobtrusive, generous, shameless, forceful, testy; calling: social scientist, instructor, attorney; colors: cyan, greenish blue, war vessel dark; stone: cimfano; creature: mollusk; plant: strawberry; fortunate numbers: 3,5,15,30,53,56 very fortunate number: 29 Occasions and observances - May 23 Mexico: Understudy's Day. "Disclosure of the Bდ¡b", sacred day in the Baha'i schedule. Worldwide Day for the Annihilation of Obstetric Fistula May 23 VIP Birthday. Who was conceived that very day as you? 1900: Franz Neumann, German legislator. 1903 - Charles William Morris, American savant. 1905: Renდ© Cდ³spito, Argentine artist and entertainer (d. 2000). 1905: Ramiro Ledesma Ramos, Spanish lawmaker and author (d. 1936). 1906: Lucha Reyes, Mexican artist (d. 1944). 1908: John Bardeen, American physicist, 1956 Nobel Prize victor in Physical science and 1972 (d. 1991). 1908: Annemarie Schwarzenbach, Swiss columnist (d. 1942). 1910: Franz Kline, American painter (d. 1962). 1910: Artie Shaw, American jazz clarinetist and guide (d. 2004). 1912: Jean Franდ§aix, French author (f. 1997). 1917: Jorge Gottau, Argentine minister (d. 1994). 1917: Edward Lorenz, American mathematician and meteorologist (d. 2008). 1919: Ruth Fernდ¡ndez, Puerto Rican artist (d. 2012). 1919: Luis Papic Ramos, Chilean lawmaker (d. 1990). 1923: Alicia de Larrocha, Spanish musician (d. 2009). 1924: Karlheinz Deschner, German antiquarian, pundit and writer (d. 2014). 1925: Joshua Lederberg, American geneticist, 1958 Nobel Prize Victor (d. 2008). 1926: Joe Slovo, South African Jewish socialist legislator of Lithuanian beginning (d. 1995). 1927: Calorie counter Hildebrandt, German nightclub craftsman (d. 2013). 1928: Rosemary Clooney, American vocalist and entertainer (f. 2002). 1928: Nigel Davenport, English film and TV entertainer (d. 2013). 1930: Friedrich Achleitner, Austrian author. 1930: Jordi Solდ© Tura, Spanish lawmaker (d. 2009). 1931: Josდ© Luis Coll, Spanish comedian and author (f. 2007). 1933: Joan Collins, English entertainer. 1934: Robert Moog, American innovator (d. 2005). 1940: Cora Sadosky, Argentine mathematician (d. 2010). 1940: Gდ©rard Larrousse, French dashing driver and group director. 1942: Josდ© Pastoriza, Argentine soccer player and specialized chief (f. 2004). 1944: John Newcombe, Australian tennis player. 1944: Lena Nyman, Swedish entertainer (d. 2011). 1946: Rodolfo Aicardi, Colombian vocalist lyricist of well known music (f. 2007). 1947: Ann Hui, Hong Kong movie producer and screenwriter. 1949: Moncho Alpuente, Spanish author, artist and columnist (d. 2015). 1949: Alan Garcდ­a, Peruvian legislator, leader of his country. 1951: Anatoly Karpov, Russian chess player. 1952: Anne-Marie David, French vocalist. 1952: Federico Trillo, Spanish lawmaker. 1953: Enzo Trossero, Argentine footballer and mentor. 1956: Ursula Plassnik, Austrian lawmaker. 1957: Jimmy McShane, Northern Irish vocalist (d. 1995). 1958: Drew Carey, American entertainer. 1958: Thomas Reiter, German space traveler. 1959: Ryuta Kawashima, Japanese neuroscientist. 1961: Lucდ­a Galდ¡n, Argentine vocalist (Pimpinela). 1965: Manuel Sanchდ­s, Spanish soccer player. 1965: Tom Tykwer, German movie chief. 1965: Melissa McBride, American entertainer. 1967: Luis Roberto Alves "Zague", Mexican soccer player. 1967: Phil Selway, English artist, of the band Radiohead. 1969: Laurent Aiello, French motorsport driver. 1971: George Osborne, English government official. 1972: Rubens Barrichello, Brazilian engine hustling driver. 1972: Sebastiდ¡n Cordero, Ecuadorian producer. 1973: Santiago Eximeno, Spanish essayist. 1974: Gem, artist and American entertainer. 1974: Mდ³nica Naranjo, Spanish artist. 1974: Sebastiდ¡n Wainraich, Argentine entertainer, jokester and TV have. 1974: Marდ­a Soledad Rosas, Italian-Argentine revolutionary aggressor. 1976: Antonio Naelson Sinha Matias, Mexican-Brazilian soccer player. 1976: Kelly Monaco, American entertainer. 1976: Emiliano Spataro, Argentine engine hustling driver. 1977: Sergio Mur, Spanish entertainer. 1978: Scott Raynor, American drummer, of the band Squint 182. 1978: Mauricio Martდ­nez, entertainer, artist and Mexican artist. 1978: 2-D, lead artist of Gorillaz 1980: Miren Ibarguren, Spanish entertainer. 1981: Gwenno Pipette, English artist (The Pipettes). 1982: Malene Mortensen, Danish artist. 1983: Heidi Reach, English vocalist (Sugababes). 1983: Alex Shelley, American expert grappler. 1983: Silvio Proto, Belgian footballer. 1983: Natalia Hernდ¡ndez Rojo, Spanish writer. 1984: Adam Wylie, American entertainer. 1984: Hugo Almeida, Portuguese soccer player. 1988: Angelo Ogbonna, Italian footballer. 1991: Lena Meyer-Landrut, German vocalist. 1997: Rui Tanabe, Japanese voice entertainer and artist.

[lucaf2019]

with friend Lena Friedrich, 28 ottobre 2017

[pedroam-bang]

Chapter One: “Once Upon A Time… In Nazi-Occupied France” - Inglourious Basterds (2009)

[peterlorres21stcentury]

I had too much fun writing things of no consequence

The next day, Lena managed to evade the watchful eye of Madame Lushenko long enough to stroll through the hall of portraits, hoping to get a sense of what her new master looked like. Much to her amusement, she discovered that the family resemblance was very strong indeed. Throughout the ages, the lineage of the von Baums gazed upon her with the same exquisitely large dark eyes and enigmatic smiles, haunting their ancestral home with a certain benevolent intrigue, or perhaps a spark of madness. Stranger still, if the portraits were any indication, the Baron was not the only one who deserved his gluttonous reputation. Every single portrait flaunted varying degrees of fat, including those who married into the family, and even several of the servants, seen in the background of several paintings looking just as fat and happy as the nobility themselves.

Some of the portraits displayed engraved metal plaques nailed into their frames, which proved a fascinating, if slightly dubious source of information. For example, it was something of an accomplishment for the pre-industrial age that one Joachim Theodorus von Baum, his portrait lovingly rendered in the same bulbous proportions of his own sedan chair, should attain such enormous size that he gave up walking entirely by the age of twenty-six. Or that one Lady Rowena von Baum, fit to burst against the edges of the gilt picture frame itself, was allegedly so fond of mushroom-stuffed pierogi that she exploded at the banquet table. The von Baums were not without a strange sense of humor, at any rate.

Last in line, she found the living Baron himself: Wilhelm Friedrich Johannes Reinhardt Theophrastus von Baum. From the printed dates it was clear he sat for his portrait as a much younger man, well over thirty years ago. He stared straight at Lena from the canvas, captivating her with the endlessly mournful expression in his deep shadowed eyes. She stood there for ages admiring the painter’s artistic skill, tracing the fine stitching of his perfectly tailored ceremonial uniform, complete with gleaming saber adorned with the family coat-of-arms upon the hilt, right down to the black bear rampant on azure shield. Most of all she was awe of his features, so soft and youthful, evidently plump but not nearly so corpulent as his ancestors, at least not yet. The contours of his full lips were so delicately painted that he seemed ready to move or speak at any moment.

There were no more portraits after him.

Was there truly no heir? For the time being, there was no sign of the master, either.

[brookstonalmanac]

Birthdays 6.30

Beer Birthdays

Louis J. Hauck (1866)

Larry Berlin (1961)

Nick Funnell

Hildegard Van Ostaden (1975)

Five Favorite Birthdays

Bo Carter; blues musician (1892)

Stanley Clarke; jazz bassist (1951)

Susan Hayward; actor (1917)

Lena Horne; singer, actor (1917)

Brendan Perry; rock musician (1959)

Famous Birthdays

Florence Ballard; pop/soul singer (1943)

Robert Ballard; oceanographer (1942)

Fantasia Barrino; singer-songwriter and actress (1984)

Thomas Lovell Beddoes; English poet (1803)

Madge Bellamy; actress (1899)

Paul Berg; biologist (1926)

Harry Blackstone Jr.; magician (1934)

Brian Bloom; actor (1970)

Lizzy Caplan; actress (1982)

Murray Cook; singer, "Wiggles" (1960)

Man Mountain Dean; wrestler (1891)

Vincent D'Onofrio; actor (1959)

Georges Duhamel; French author (1884)

Nancy Dussault; actress and singer (1936)

John Gay; English writer (1685)

Alicia Fox; wrestler, model, and actress (1986)

Archibald Frazer-Nash; English car designer (1889)

David Garrison; actor (1952)

James Goldman; screenwriter and playwright (1927)

Winston Graham; English author (1908)

Rupert Graves; actor (1963)

David Alan Grier; actor (1955)

Larry Henley; singer-songwriter (1937)

Barry Hines; English author (1939)

Joseph Dalton Hooker; English botanist and explorer (1817)

Allan Houser; sculptor and painter (1914)

Mario Lanfranchi; Italian film director (1927)

Hal Lindes; American-English guitarist (1953)

Czesław Miłosz; Lithuanian writer (1911)

Kelsi Monroe; adult actress (1992)

Raymond Moody; parapsychologist (1944)

Tony Musante; actor (1936)

Clive Nolan; English musician (1961)

José Emilio Pacheco; Mexican poet (1939)

Brendan Perry; English singer-songwriter and guitarist (1959)

Michael Phelps; swimmer (1985)

Monica Potter; actor (1971)

Julianne Regan; English singer-songwriter and guitarist (1962)

Andy Scott; rock guitarist, singer (1949)

Harry Shields; jazz clarinetist (1899)

Glenn Shorrock; English-Australian singer-songwriter (1944)

Thomas Sowell; economist (1930)

Stanley Spencer; English artist (1891)

Mark Spoelstra; singer-songwriter and guitarist (1940)

Ron Swoboda; New York Mets OF (1944)

Eleanor Ross Taylor; poet (1920)

Mike Tyson; boxer (1966)

Dave Van Ronk; singer-songwriter and guitarist (1936)

Horace Vernet; French painter (1789)

Friedrich Theodor Vischer; German author, poet (1807)

Brian Vollmer; Canadian singer (1955)

Rich Vos; comedian (1957)

Heinz Warneke; German-American sculptor (1895)

Mark Waters; film director (1964)

Philip Adrian Wright; rock keyboardist (1956)

Ed Yost; hot-air balloon inventor (1919)