“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)
I like the “bake” part. It provides the wisdom of time. Beautiful, VJ!
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Exactly! Thanks!
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Laughter for sure. But you’re right…you just have to learn to let some things go. (K)
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Yes!
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I think I’d add acceptance and fun.
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Yes!
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Well said.
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Thanks Keith
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…and sometimes, times helps, like fine wine, or aged cheese.
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Oh gosh…empathy, empathy, empathy and a healthy dose of humor. xo! 🥰
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Yes! So important
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…season with active communication.
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Yes! Good one
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I think understanding is the basis of lasting love, and friendship
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Yes, those are two crucial elements.
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