“A voice said, Look me in the starsAnd tell me truly, men of earth,If all the soul-and-body scarsWere not too much to pay for birth.” Effort, it seems to me, is what makes gain so sweet. Moving has stretched us beyond what we thought we were capable of, but never have we doubted our purpose. […]
Two days after we landed, boxes and all, I fell ill with the flu. Friends and family unpacked while I slept my way through feverish chills and sweats and all the other fun things that come with this bug. Yesterday, I regained a sense of normalcy, and could finally focus on my new surroundings. Of […]
A cruel masterthe ticking clockSo much potentialGet it done! I rush past shadowscrumple the pagesfailed attemptsmounting What of dreams?Of life’s destiny?How I worshipat the altar of should Even with positivityfantastical notions fall shortI argue against uncertaintymeet only disapproval There is no magicno pre-destined famejust dust gatheringThe dead are unimpressed. (Image my own)
As they say “It’s always something!” May it be quickly remedied, VJ. 🙂
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Thanks Susi
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You’re welcome!
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What a wonderful thing you are doing 💛💙
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Thanks so much.
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I hope you can get it all sorted out and repaired before folks arrive!
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We’re working on it. Thanks!
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Perhaps, a hurdle but at least it happened before your guests arrived. I hope all goes well.
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My thoughts exactly, Eugi. Thanks.
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Most welcome.
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Sorry about the foundation, but kudos to you and your generosity.
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Thanks
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Oh my – fascinating to ponder the interweaving of seemingly unrelated shifts from normal. (Whatever normal might mean!) Could fantasize the foundation eavesdropping and angsting no, no, not additional bodies, no I cannot support more, no I feel myself giving way … Perhaps your guests will help restore the garden. You are beginning a grand adventure on multiple levels – hurrah for your generosity (and resilience!)
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Thanks Jazz. I think it’s Carolyn Myss who said that you know you’re on the right path when all the obstacles try to stop you. Maybe this is just a reminder that we are in for a shake up. Always good, I’d say.
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Thanks for reminding me of that Myss wisdom!
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Sorry that happened.
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Thank you!
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You’re welcome. I hope things improve.
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Love this – others helping you so that you can help others! Sorry about the crack in the foundation but glad you have it all back together and shared it with us. Wonderful!
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Glad it happened before our room was full, lol. My heart has been warmed thoroughly. Thanks.
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It’s such a wonderful thing you’re doing VJ. I hope everything comes together smoothly for you this week. Sending hugs your way!
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Thanks Terri. I’m sure you will understand when I say I believe our hands have been guided.
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We are in the middle of a pile of renovation work also. It will all be so nice when complete, but until then, oohhh dear! Hope it all works out well!
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Thanks Lou. It’s definitely exhausting, lol.
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All the best with the repairs. Your neighbours sound like a good lot.
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They sure are! Thanks.
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You are welcome.
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Best wishes.
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Thanks 🙏
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Oh, no! I hope the repairs go smoothly.
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Thanks Liz. They are coming along.
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You’re welcome, VJ.
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A blip in the grand scheme! Sounds like you are surrounded by a wonderful community 😊
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People here are amazing! Our foundation was fixed within two days, despite how busy contractors are right now. Another is coming Wednesday to repair the floor and wall.
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❤️❤️
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🙏
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I hope it goes well.
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Thanks, Sadje. We are exhausted but we’re getting back together.
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Take care VJ
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