“Spy VS Spy”
Posted by Robin Easton
Many of you saw my last video titled: Things to Do – “Snow Rolling”. (Click title if you missed it). Well, a few days later my brother, Mark Easton, who is an artist and stand up comic, posted a response video to my “Snow Rolling”. You can see his video here. And read more about Mark in the following paragraph. (Watch Mark’s video before you watch my “counter video” below.) My brother and I have now entered a “Spy VS Spy” situation. 
“SNOW ROLLS” – Mark Easton
Mark has been a great inspiration to me. (In fact he immediately inspired my response video below) He is not only a funny talented guy, but also a deep soul with a compassionate heart. To talk with him is to experience mind blowing insight after insight. A gift in my life, Mark encourages me to be my most authentic self because he dares to “live” who he REALLY is. He has great faith in the process of Life. In many ways he is like me in that he could cry and laugh in the same breath. We have often talked about how Life isn’t just all serious or just all funny; Life is everything, all mixed together and sometimes experienced all at once. I think you will enjoy Mark’s site with paintings, photos, slide shows, gallery appearances and an ARTIST JOURNAL.
In doing these videos I am reminded of several things. One: to not take Life so seriously. Two: to let go more; most of what we worry about never happens or is irrelevant. Three: the time to live is RIGHT NOW…not tomorrow when we have more _____ (fill in the blank). Four: we miss soooooo much living by “waiting” to live. Five: things don’t have to make sense; our spontaneous impulses to act with Life, Joy, Love, Kindness and Creativity can simply “BE”. They ARE who we are and can exist without reason or rationalization. I invite you to seek out Life and actively live spontaneous moments of Joy — for no other reason than you feel them. Like Mark’s humorous video “Snow Rolls” or my videos “Snow Rolling”and “Madcap Christmas Magic” series, and now my latest moment of simple joy titled: Things to Do! – “Desert Rolling” (See video below.) When I received my brother’s funny video I was immediately inspired to do a counter video. How could I resist!! I was so eager to get outside that I grabbed my camera and pack and mistakenly put on my sweethearts jeans, which are about five sizes too big. Didn’t even notice they were his until they kept sliding down. Lol! Aaaah, it all adds to the magic!
Roll on my brothers and sisters of Life.
Love to you all,
Robin
THINGS TO DO! – “Desert Rolling”
PS: Due to work this week and next week I may be slow in visiting your sites, but will catch up as soon as I can. I will continue to post. Thank you for your loving support and understanding. Love, Robin
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26 Comments so far...
Shirley Says:
28 January 2009 at 3:29 pm.
LOL!LOL!LOL! I don’t know what was more funny the video or the fact that my baby wet the floor as you giggled and it surprised him.
Robin Replies
This just cracked me up Shirley!! Aaaah, nothing beats “real Life”. A giggle and pee all at the same time. What more could anyone want? Lol!
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Tammy/Cricket Says:
28 January 2009 at 3:48 pm.
Oh my goodness Robin! That is all I can begin with. You both have me laughing so hard. What a wonderful brother!
Dylan is laughing so hard that he had to leave the room. He said, “Mom, I told you she was crazy…you are not the only one. She has a brother. Now there are three of you.”
I can’t believe you had the wrong jeans on. I have to leave this place. I cannot stop laughing.
Robin Replies
Lol! The thing with the jeans was I kept battling them to stay up until I looked down and saw my legs looking like two sticks stuck inside balloons, especially as the wind passed through the fabric…. and THEN it hit me….they were HIS jeans. I was afraid they’d come off when I rolled down the hill. Oh, dear! Thanks Tammy AND Dylan. You both are just wonderfully alive.
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Tammy/Cricket Says:
28 January 2009 at 3:55 pm.
Robin, this is too much for me to handle. You wearing the wrong pants, you rolling down a hill, your brother that is just as crazy as you, etc. My child declares you are my twin sister.
OH, you are such a bag of wonder. You have happiness and you share it.
I really and truly cannot stop laughing. This is my second attempt at a comment.
You are so dear and loved.
Robin Replies:
I had a blast with you and Dylan today with the running commentary on the Stumble bar. Made my afternoon here. There is such happiness emanating from your house to mine. I can feel it all the way across the land, distance is no barrier to all of us laughing. —tell Dylan that he’s right my brother is as wacky as me and I’m as wacky as you….and I’ve a sneaking feeling that Dylan has already caught the wacky bug. It’s too late for him. Lol!!!
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Alexander M Zoltai Says:
28 January 2009 at 5:25 pm.
Rolling with the Rocks and Spines–Prickly Rock & Roll–too Cool!!
Keep the fun coming, dear heart!!!
~ Alex from Our Evolution
Robin Replies:
Hey dear Alex, such a treat to see you here. It always is. I like your “Prickly Rock and Roll”; it sounds like a cool name for a R&R band. Sure works for me when I’m out there “rockin’ and rollin’”.
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Matt Says:
28 January 2009 at 6:09 pm.
Oh my goodness, Robin, I have the strongest urge to pack up my truck and drive out to the desert (about a day and half drive) and do a DESERT ROLL!!! You looked like you were having the time of your life. I am so jealous. And, Mark is in trouble! Let’s see if he can top that!
Thanks for giving me a pick-me-up and for being an inspiration to all of us city-dwellers.
Robin Replies
Hiiiiiiii Maaaaatt! I loved this comment. You just jumped off the page with your excitement. That’s right, you are in the city right now, huh?. However, it would really be fun to see what kind of playful spontaneous outdoor adventures one could find in the city. I wonder if there are any parks big enough to fly kites or roll around on the grass and think up all kinds of antics. Now, I know I’m going to have to dwell on this some more. —And yes, I think Mark is in over his head. Lol!! —-And Matt, you are most welcome. Love your enthusiasm for life even when it’s fixing a toilet!!
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cooper Says:
29 January 2009 at 12:14 am.
Thanks for that. Sitting here at 2 in the morning trying to finish up some work it was a welcome relief. You are a great appreciator of life for sure.
Robin Replies
Thanks Cooper, sorry you hare going so late….but I can currently relate to that. As to being a “great appreciator of life”…all I can say in your case is, it takes one to know one. 
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Lilly Says:
29 January 2009 at 12:26 am.
Robin it does not surprise me in the least that your brother is so similar to you. His video was hilarious, your reply was fantastic and I am wondering what is going to happen next? Now if you tell me all your siblings are the same then it must be fantastic at family get togethers! I loved the desert roll. It reminds me of a comedy show in Australia where they did this skit of someone rolling from one side of Australia to the other. They were making it out to be an Olympic sport. Thanks for brightening my day. And your brother is a wonderful artist and an all round gorgeous brother by the sounds of things!! What a wonderful sense of humor and how I love to laugh. LOL
Robin Replies
This cracked me up Lilly. The comedy show you describe is SOOOO typically Australian that I felt for a moment I was back there. The Aussies are the MOST creative, wacky and playful people I’ve ever met. They are GREAT rollers!!! And have mastered the art of spontaneity. They are so uninhibited and so….”‘Ave a go, mate!” I mean they are the sort that would bridle a ‘roo and have ‘roo races and emu races or cardboard boat races, I LOVE Aussies. They REALLY know how to have good fun! And yes, I KNOW that you, like me, love to laugh! Thank you for that.
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Márcia Cobar Says:
29 January 2009 at 5:28 am.
Dear Robin,
You are always making the best out of your life.That is such a powerful lesson to be learned, since many of us are on the “waiting mode”, expecting the future to bring the so dreamed happiness. Its become a “cliché”, but Happiness really lives within us. And what I love most about ur comments and your videos, cause I can tell that you know where ur happiness lives. Inside you and now is always the right moment.
Your brother’s video has such an interesting sequence of shots, so professional, congrats to him.
Once again, words and videos so sweet I could eat them. Hi hi hi.
Best Regards,
Marcy
Robin Replies
Dear Marcy, you know I connect with your vibrancy and joy. I really like your phrase: “…now is always the right moment.” Yes, it is, because it is ALL we have…..ALL that exists. Anything else is an illusion. —Yes, my brother is not only a very kind person but extremely talented…in so many ways. He is in love with Life and his joy spills over into everything he does. Of course you and I relate to that!
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Plastic Mancunian Says:
29 January 2009 at 10:17 am.
Robin, what can I say? That was even funnier than the “Snow rolling”.
Your brother’s video was hilarious and right up my street – as I watched that I KNEW that if I tried “snow rolling” I would find the ONLY patch of ice in the snow (probably with my nose) and end up in agony! And then there’s more – “desert rolling”!! I just know that if I tried THAT I would end up looking like a hedgehog with cactus spines all over my body!
I’m amazed you could stand at all!
Keep up the wackiness! That has really brightened my day!!
Cheers
PM
Robin Replies
Dear PM, I love this comment; you made me laugh out loud. I must confess that I as I sit here today and type, I still have a few cactus spines stuck…you know where!! But I am not daunted. Spines and all, I’m already looking toward more adventurous “rolls” for this coming summer. It’s funny how doing these little videos is actually shifting my outlook on life even more than previously. I now walk through my days thinking, “What would be fun to do? What simple things could I do today to make my life more full? It’s all sparked a desire to live more creatively. My brother is like that a LOT; he sees creativity in EVERYTHING and since he’s very spontaneous he acts on what he sees and feels, which brings all this humor and joy into his life all the time. Thanks for making ME laugh today!
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eddie Says:
29 January 2009 at 10:36 am.
Well said Robin,
I try to live by the dictum:
‘worrying is suffering in advance’
cheers
e
Robin Replies
Hi dear eddie, I REALLY like this “worrying is suffering in advance” phrase. I’d not heard that, but how true it is. Really made me think. So in light of that insight I’d say we humans do a lot self inflicted suffering. ….most of it all for nothing. Thanks eddie!
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eddie Says:
29 January 2009 at 10:42 am.
ps. tks for all the inspiring insights and effusions at the CliffWalk!! :^)
Robin Replies
You are most welcome eddie. You do all the work; all I have to do is respond. With your photos that’s a walk in the park. They are incredible.
READERS: If you’ve not seen eddie’s photography check it out here. Fascinating look at the world.
http://thecliffwalk.com
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Evita Says:
29 January 2009 at 3:31 pm.
Robin you never cease to put anything less on my face then a huge laughing smile!!!! That was another great video showing just how fun life can be. Honestly I watch these and think to myself “now if only more people did that, how we would decrease stress levels and increase happiness levels”
It is so great to see the kid inside of you!!!! It is truly an inspiration for all ages!
And it was great to “meet” your brother too – that was great!
Robin Replies
Dear Evita, I just love this about you. You really appreciate Life and are also AWARE of your appreciation for Life. In my very first interaction with you I felt such joy jump off the page. Even before we connected I felt it in all the comments you left on other sites. In everything you shared I recognized someone who was vitally alive, someone bursting with spontaneity, joy and love. You give not only me but the world such a HUGE gift because you choose to move through the world in this way. Thank you from my heart.
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Robb Says:
29 January 2009 at 5:04 pm.
Kia ora Robin,
Once again laughing away. I kept waiting to see a billowing cloud of feathers from your down vest! Mark may not be the best snow roller, but he seems to have slightly different snow conditions than your video. You have a beautiful day my friend.
Aroha,
Robb
Robin Replies
Hi dear Robb, I laughed out loud over the thought of my vest billowing clouds of feathers….which could have easily happened. I literally was rolling over prickly pear cactus, rocks, sticks and you name it. That was half the goofy thrill of it. (Every time I sit down I can still feel a cactus spine in my rear end. LOL!!) In a way I wish the vest HAD punctured and spewed feathers. What a show that would have been!! Well, at least my good vest lasts another winter, which is also nice to know. —-You are right about Mark’s snow conditions. They get rain and freezing and snow all mixed together. Like I had in Maine growing up. In all honesty, Mark is one of the BEST rollers I know. To me “Rollers” are people who know how to live, people who really cherish Life. People like you Robb. Thank you for that my friend.
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earthtoholly Says:
29 January 2009 at 11:10 pm.
Hilarious productions, Robin, by you and your brother! I was a little afraid that at any moment you would lose those drawers, but they held up—my, they were big! Loved your dizzying antics. It reminds me of spinning in office chairs…somehow I think you may have enjoyed that activity before. Can’t wait to see what you plan to do next—your fun and ensuing laughter are infectious! hugs to ya! 
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Robin Replies
Dear EarthHolly, You made me laugh here talking about my “drawers”. In fact, I’m still laughing. They WERE huge. What is so funny is that I was SO excited to go film that I didn’t even notice until I had hiked them up for the hundredth time. Now, had I lost them, THAT would have been a site to see. Like Robb mentions in his comment; he expected my down vest to start spewing feathers….well imagine this. A feather spewing, “drawer” losing “desert roll”. Aaaaah, what a site that would have been!!! Thanks for the chuckle my friend. I love it.
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Nicole Says:
30 January 2009 at 4:47 pm.
Does an “ice roll” count? There is a small hill in my front yard near my mailbox and it is currently covered in snow and a layer of ice atop the snow. So, today, after getting the mail, I slid across the ice down the little hill and around the front yard for about 15 minutes. It was great! It was my own little skate rink. Keep on rolling, Robin!
Nicole
“Roll with it, baby” Thank you, Mr. Steve Winwood 
Robin Replies
Oh dear Nicole, I just LOVE that you “rolled” on the ice by your mailbox!!!! When I read this I wanted to jump up and hug you because I felt so HAPPY that you did that, that you are that alive. It made me feel alive just reading about your slide on the ice. Good for you!! —-I just revisited Stevie Winwood’s song. Loved it.
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timethief Says:
30 January 2009 at 8:42 pm.
You made me laugh so hard I had to make a dash for the toilet.
Robin Replies
Dearest TT, What an honor to see you here! You know it. I laughed over this and it made me think of Shirley’s comment here. She was watching my desert tolling video and my laughter surprised her baby boy and he wet the floor!! LOLOL!!! Oh dear, you just gotta love it. Thank you sweetie.
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MadMadMargo Says:
31 January 2009 at 12:23 am.
Hello Robin – It’s always such a pleasure to visit you here and to be able to share in your wonderful life. I’m constantly amazed how your part of the desert differs so much from mine. To see you bundled up and playing in the snow where I’m basking in the 70 degree weather. Wonderful videos, my friend. Peace.
Robin Replies
Heeey dear “MMM” So you too are a desert rat? Lol! It must be because we are so high here. I know my friend in Scottsdale is very warm like you as well. She says the summer if so hot it’s considered the “off season” and winter in the tourist season. At least here I get a bit of both the hot and cold but neither too extreme. I like that. Thanks for stopping by.
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Liara Covert Says:
31 January 2009 at 8:01 am.
As you say, people wait for life to begin when they forget that they decide on the when and how. You have an uplifting way of sharing stories and encouraging remarks. Each gem of wisdom prompts self-reflection in your readers. They begin to realize they share your journey through energy, revelations and dreams. Although people exist at different levels of conscious awareness, underneath it all, they are interconnected beyond measure, beyond appearances. It all brings us back to the unwavering power of love. We are each part of that. The truth is felt.
Robin Replies
Dear Liara, this is so lovely and I am honored by your words, deeply so. I loved your lines: “Although people exist at different levels of conscious awareness, underneath it all, they are interconnected beyond measure, beyond appearances. It all brings us back to the unwavering power of love. We are each part of that. The truth is felt.” I too find it heartening and deeply moving to realize that no matter what level of consciousness we each exist on, we ARE connected in the most astonishing ways. Lately I’ve been experiencing the oneness with ALL Life every day. And that bond of Love that you speak of…it often moves me to tears because the feeling is vast like the endless star-filled Universe. Just as a great wave is compelled to kiss the shore, I am compelled to love my fellow humans. There is a beautiful feeling that all is inclusive and so compassionate. Thank you dear Liara
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Mike Foster Says:
31 January 2009 at 8:01 pm.
That was one of the funniest things I’ve seen in a while: you rolling, and SCREAMING, down that cacti-covered hill. One of the many reasons why I love visiting your wonderful site, thanks, Robin. And roll on, and rock on, bros and sis’…
peace,
mike
livelife365
Robin Replies
Hey my dear “Lively One”, I laughed out loud over this comment Mike. I could really tell that you were right there with me, cactus and all. Lol!! I love it. Of course one would only have to see your vivacious, informative and often wacky videos to understand WHY you appreciate a rolling, screaming, giggling romp down a hill. Your videos are VERY spontaneous and lively. Just great. You help set me free! Thank you for that.
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Lance Says:
1 February 2009 at 4:23 am.
Hi Robin,
I always always love your zest for life – and now I see that runs in your family! Very awesome! And a great roll down the desert hill you had! It reminds me of my kids rolling down hills wherever we find them. And reminds me it would be good for me to get out there with them more often…Here’s to really enjoying life!!
Robin Replies
Dear Lance (AKA – Lace) If your kids are already rolling down hills then you are RIPE for a good old roll. You must do it with your kids. Once you roll down see who can stand up the quickest. Lol! Believe ME!!! It is MUCH harder than it looks. I was still spinning when I walked home. But I’ll tell you neither you nor your kids will forget it if you do it with them. They will reach your age and say, “Remember the day Dad rolled down the hill with us. Can you believe he did that? Wow that was pretty cool.” Besides, I just think it’s in your nature to roll down a hill. I think there’s a hidden roller in you. You’re probably a “high roller” — you know, you like those really high hills. Hey, I see you as a courageous risk taker. Lol!!! Now, I’ll be waiting for the video!!!!!
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Oza Meilleur Says:
2 February 2009 at 4:04 am.
Bonjour Robin!
My first visit… and certainly not my last.
I’m used to smiling, but you and your bro
stretched that smile by a mile (give or
take an inch).
So glad to have met you — you’re *magical*!
Peace & Love & Rock’n'Roll
Mudd a.k.a. Happy Oza
xoxo
Robin Replies
Hey dear “Mudd” Thank you for making ME smile on several occasions. I am very touched that you appreciated this and after meeting you I can see why. We are birds of feather!! LOL!! In more ways than one.
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Tara S. Dickherber, M.Ed, CPC Says:
2 February 2009 at 9:54 am.
Can I come live with you to learn how to be so authentic and real? Seriously you challenge me with every post to be more and more who I am and wear my social mask less and less.
I wanted to let you know, if you don’t already that I gave you an award on 1/23/09. I’m sure blog awards aren’t your thing, I’ll sing your praises anyways!
Robin Replies
Dear Tara, I hoooooooted over your “Can I come live with you…” I just love that. Yes, we would roll down hills together. I am so glad you wrote what you did here about being challenged to be your authentic self and let social masks fall. I decide to do this every day and it is worth every minute of it. I mean, I really let social masks fall in this video…pants 5 sizes too big, hat sticking up like a mountain peak, rolling down a hill, staggering like a drunk, and loving every minute of it. Thank you for all your support and insight over these months.
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Chrissy Says:
2 February 2009 at 2:33 pm.
Hey Robin , I do think that Mark should have an honourary entry into my “spread a smile” blog candy…We have snow here at the minute…I AM not gonna roll in it, last time I went up our hill at the back it took me half an hour to clean the dog poop off my shoes…and yeah I know they ain’t meant to leave it…but I am not gonna risk it. Mark, you understand, yeah ???? However, I promise I will still play…………. Thanks for sharing your fun!
Robin Replies
Oh Chrissy, you come in like a fresh air dervish, dog poop and all…..and I love it! LOL! I think Mark will greatly appreciate your acknowledgment of him here, although he might be wacky enough to encourage you roll anyway….or that could just be me projecting my own wackiness on him. LOLOL!! You too are great fun my friend…always.
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Julie Says:
4 February 2009 at 1:47 pm.
Robin, this was SUCH fun! It reminded me of teaching my niece how to roll downhill (because her parents, apparently, forgot how to roll. Can you believe it?! We rolled and rolled and rolled, as I showed her the finer points and as all the adults in the playground looked on, seemingly bemused… Robin, you are SO much fun! You are destined to live fully and freely and beautifully, and you show us all how to do it, too. And now there’s Mark. My grin couldn’t be wider, seeing and feeling the fun and love between you… Hi, Mark!
Robin Replies
Dear dear Julie, I just LOVE the child in you!! Thank gawd your niece has you. I mean, we haven’t fully lived if we haven’t rolled down a hill at least once in our lives. I love that all the bemused adults were looking on while you rolled with the kids. Good on ya girl!! Heaven help the Universe if we’re ever on the same hill at the same time. There will be such laughter and giggling that the gods have never heard. I think it could heal an entire planet. And yes, Mark is a real gem. Just as YOU are.
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soulMerlin Says:
7 February 2009 at 11:45 am.
Hi iRobin ~ You’re mad, He’s mad and my website designer (who skateboarded across Oz) is mad (only I am the sane one – and I’ve just come off-stage as soulMerlin, after playing Jacob and I’m now looking for henry)
x?
Robin Replies
Okay dear henry! Fess up. Did your web designer REEEEALLY skateboard across Oz??? Now THAT’s the crucial question here! The fact that I’m mad and my brother is mad is irrelevant, minor, obvious…Oops, did I say obvious??? Yes, well, never mind. The POINT being did he REALLY skatebaord across Oz. IF so he is my kind of person. And WHY didn’t he take me with him??? He must know of my love affair with Oz. —Now as to soulMerlin, Jacob and henry, I think they are all different aspects of one VERY intriguing human being. X!!
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Mel Says:
8 February 2009 at 7:35 pm.
My dearest Robin,
I adooooore your laughter!
Thank you!!!
Mel
Robin Replies
Hey sweetie, You make me smile. Yes! Laughter is the medicine of the gods.
And thank YOU for your heart felt kindness.
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