(Free WAV Download available here under '••• More'; and eventually as part of my Foul Weather Friends album)

Greetings to the music community. I’m glad you stopped by. Today, I have the privilege of sharing another collaboration (#8 in fact) with our ever inspiring friend, Carlos Vivanco (https://soundcloud.com/carlosvivanco-1, https://carlosvivanco1.bandcamp.com). I always get stunning results, working with this fellow. :)

But first, the haiku that inspired the title:

O snail,
climb Mount Fuji,
but slowly, slowly
- Kobayashi Issa

I literally discovered ‘O snail’ as Carlos was sending me his guitar elements. The timing was too coincidental (thus the title).

As you may well imagine, the haiku of the Snail climbing Mount Fuji implies patience, perseverance, and remembering to enjoy the journey. But we never understand the trials of the snail; only his speed limitations. I feel like it’s good to face some truths about ourselves that might be interfering with our journey; and hearing someone else share their challenges has often helped me not feel so overwhelmed by mine.

For example, I have a strangely persistent ‘low self-esteem’ issue that has been with me for as long as I can remember. There are numerous childhood experiences keeping that thinking alive. But if I’m being completely honest with myself, they are all just part of my story… and the majority of them are not even happening to me any more. Yet despite 55 year old Justin’s accomplishments, that dark little fellow shows up from time to time, to… I don’t know… put me back in my place? Or something?

And here’s the annoying thing. There is an abundance of evidence indicating I’m a good person, living a worthwhile life, doing good things. I’m a highly logical person; and the math on this is pretty solid. This should be a breeze to overcome.

Surprisingly, it’s not. 

So clearly, there are certain perspectives that simply defy logic. And I suspect many of us carry similar thoughts and feelings deep inside; those annoying little clingers-on that defy reason, and fight to keep us down. That part of us that always wanted to be accepted by and fit into something that never really matched our shape to begin with. 

This is ultimately about us realizing that we are ridiculously amazing beings. Higher minded Justin truly believes every one of us is fundamentally perfect (and perfectly capable), because we are here right now… living this. I believe we are all in a very advanced class (or at the very least, approaching finals on a very rigorous curriculum), and we wouldn’t be here if we hadn’t met the prerequisites. We stand here right now (although I'm sitting as I type), with purpose and opportunity coming at us full steam. It’s going to be an amazing, sometimes horrifying, sometimes beautiful beyond words experience. And we all get to do it together. Wild ride, right?

The bottom line is… it’s time we gave ourselves a break, and loved and accepted ourselves… as is. That is so key to the rest of it working out for us, and it’s truly worth prioritizing. 

Also, what if we try our hardest to honor and respect each other’s paths. Every path is sacred… even if some seem harder to understand. And they all combine to make up this story, which would not be so poignant (or easy to learn from) if not for the extreme light and extreme dark elements giving us such wide angle perspective.

Carlos and I hope you enjoy ‘Climbing Mount Fuji With My Snail.” :)

F.W. Friends

Climbing Mount Fuji With My Snail | Carlos Vivanco & GrevusAnjl

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Hello!

Born Roseth Mary Cribben, But known as Rosette Cribben & RM Cribben Also go by the name “FUTURE GENERATE” I am from the UK, currently living in Nottingham UK. I like to consider myself as a songwriter first. I very much enjoy creating/ writing / composing producing all my original songs to what pops up in my head...I love & appreciate all song genres,  from sunny dance vibes, to happy motivation songs, I even have a few moody blue, sad songs with a little attitude. I really like to create all styles of songs...to whatever comes to mind!  Mostly, from a word logo. I have no specific song genres preference.  I love all music sounds...anything creative...quirky, happy or fun. To me music has no age limit or barriers, you either like it or you don't....Hoping you like my kind of songs...& instrumentals.  All comments likes, and subscribers are very much welcomed. Now! That will put a big  smile on my face😀
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Previous works can be found here:
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I'm a DJ as a hobby. I like to mix hard techno, hardstyle, and Latin music. Thanks for following me. =)

Project RESIDUE is about escaping the ordinary world we all live in ,and finding something new, somewhere else our own world where MUSIC is all we need . Thank you for letting me be a part of your journey !   Luv2All !!!

(Jan 9th, 2025) Just a quick message to let you know I'm not going to be active here for a while. If you need to reach me, you can always message me at GrevusAnjl@mac.com. 
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Welcome to my sonic playground. I don't consider myself a skilled musician. I just sculpt sounds to quiet my mind... often with surprising and humorous results. Thank you for stopping by. I hope you enjoyed your visit. :)

I'm primarily a guitar player but I'll try to make music with anything you throw at me. When left to my own devices I enjoy recording minimalist ambient pieces and textural soundscapes. My principal sound source for these efforts is manipulated guitar but I often include electronics and organic sources. I enjoy working on collaborations with other musicians. Please contact me if you are interested.
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I am the co-founder of the 80's indie avant-garde mutant pop band Proof of Utah, the Smiley Turtle Records label and the Smiley Turtle Recording Studio. For a taste of the Smiley Turtle sound check out: https://soundcloud.com/user-745187095
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Louie Simon @lsimon33
Stan Magendanz @stan_magendanz
Wodwo @user-364196783-552705040
Lone Arrivals @tiny_wytch and @tinywytch
Marcin Gruszczynski http://www.fairlyconfusing.net/

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