I saw the monk and thought This is the way to live But I was not happy. I saw the king and thought This is the way to live But I was not happy. I saw the pauper and thought This is the way to live But I was not happy. And then I just … Continue reading The way to live
Author: Stories Project
The nature of things
I was thinking about the nature of things. Some are visible and others invisible. Take for instance the chair I am sitting on. It has features, occupies space, gets old over time, its paint chips and it needs retouching. If things are really bad, it may break and get scratched severely. On the other hand, … Continue reading The nature of things
Strength or Weakness?
Hubby and I were trying to clean out our water filtration system. I suggested that while I held the water tank, he would clean the base out with the towel. I held the tank for less than a minute and my back started hurting. I did not let go because I wanted to finish what … Continue reading Strength or Weakness?
Stay or Leave?
I love food and eat out often. I had ordered a lettuce wrap one time and took a hungry bite into it. The lettuce had gone bad, and I had to reject the whole dish because the fundamental element had become rotten, and there was no way I could enjoy the dish, past the lettuce. … Continue reading Stay or Leave?
I travel light, do you?
I have started preparing for winter and have been moving my woolen scarfs and sweaters into the closet. I am particularly fond of a woolen scarf from Portugal. As I was running my hand over it, I felt a small piece of woolen thread jutting out.On impulse, I pulled the thread and the whole scarf … Continue reading I travel light, do you?
A round square
I have a neighbor who has the best hedge, lining his yard. He takes great care in trimming it and shaping it. It looks like someone from the military gave him exact dimensions to cut and prune. The edges are at right angles (I kid you not) and it is a feast for the eyes. … Continue reading A round square
Present is a Gift
Raise your hand if you have special mats/dinner ware for when you have visitors. I have these special beautiful floor mats from Cost Plus WM and this amazing dinnerware that I bring out only on certain occasions. I was preparing my home for a dinner party and thought to myself - why do I deny … Continue reading Present is a Gift
