WEEKLY VIGNETTEs
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A Vignette - a brief evocative description, account, or episode
Tips of Icebergs , A sharing of candid reflections during the week that was. Seven births, Seven Days, Seven lifetimes for a mayfly . |
 The Australian Ministry of Home Affairs rejects my application of travel , to leave Melbourne. What a strange situation we are in, that we have to write for permission in the first place. A bit of a blow to my confidence , a strange feeling of restriction and house arrest. A shadow of how people must feel in really restrictive and dictatorial countries. Insightful. Inability to return to the familiar at this time and get back into my same-old rut. Personification of the synchronistic New Moon Oracle cards I seem to be picking up these days , that tell of compulsory new beginnings. Saturday’s personal chatter with my colleagues highlight the strength of the universe , the path it chooses , and how usually, we should let it guide us rather than force our intentions upon it. I am humbled by their open sharing , the tenacity they display with unexpected Covid-fraught challenges . Truly inspirational young leaders without that conventional title (yet)
My Daily Learning & Takeaways Nir Ayal – Nir&far.com Stealing Advertising Hacks & transforming them into Motivational ones
Blinkist Book Summary – Pick of the Day OSHO MEDITATION
How Yogis live without food and water - Sadhguru Podcast
Your mind , my mind (somewhat separate ) Your life , my life (boundaries blur) Your air , my air ( we are one )
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 Sometimes it is hard to recall events , faces , names ... but emotions and feelings remain with us always. Those first visits to Dubai by dad & mom - feelings of parental pride , overdue bonding time , togetherness , love and reconciliation .... Events turn into memories and memories into treasures , with the passage of time 🥂🥂🍂🍁🍂 GRATITUDE FOR KATY AT EIGHTY 🍁🍂🍁🥂🥂 Privileged and grateful for you mum , these EIGHTY wonderful years , Cherishing daily joys , learning meaningful lessons , getting over fears. A far-reaching influence you have on friends and family , Your calm voice reflecting words of encouragement and generosity . An open , forward-thinking mind , gives us all our space to “be” Embracing the unconventional , nurturing originality. Your life is testimony to the practical , charity first begins at home. Kindness within one’s own sphere , regardless where you may roam. The years have sparked much change , distance and development , Brought challenges that go against the norm , You have stoically stayed the course, given it your absolute best , Some things one can only learn in a storm. We are a silent quiet family , in outward show and PDA’s we lack , Roll up our sleeves , do the work , when in need we have each other’s back. Not for limelight or centre stage ; either parents , sister or brother , There when needed - dependable , resilient , supportive of one another. The world has too many blind followers , robots and clones , Carve your own path , steer your own ship , never mind the Jones . You have taught us well mum and dad , core values resonate deep within. Down-to-earth simple traits proud to share with friends and kin. Looking back , yes indeed , We have been blessed and privileged for a wonderful eighty , Knowing , living with , experiencing the magical world of Katie A truly authentic guileless individual , this your lasting legacy , Loving sibling and matriarch of a deeply grateful & united family. As Nana Katy turns Eighty If it weren’t for you... We wouldn't appreciate TCM, Doris Day or “Singing in the Rain”, If your presence wasn’t a present we might have even felt some pain, Our summers would have been quite dull, We’d have never learned to sing our way out of a lull. You’ve created two souls, with a passion for food. Butter floating in bowls, soan papdi and rose milk to lift the mood, You’ve inspired a love of souffles aplenty, But then telling one of us to exercise.. gently.. You’ve taught us all about great combinations, Like pork roasts with hot mustard to pair. Thank you for being so patient with us, And really teaching us how to care. You showed us how lovely animal companions can be - Buttons and Bozo, Auto and the other forty-three.. You showed us how kindness will always win, And to love and let those who need us in. When we think of you, the memories are many. We remember the sweet smell of your cupboard and clothes. The late nights with the aqua guard, Your patience of a saint. We remember you putting us to sleep with stories, And putting up with toddler-sleep-kicks. We think of your love of singing, dancing and daydreaming , and always encouraging us to do the same. You always make us feel special and loved, Supporting us as we pave our own way. We might be all grown up , but the memories always remain. Thank you for showing us what love means, and what it takes for a house to become a home. Happy 80th Birthday Nana. Love always, Your Sunshine 🌞☀🌞 & Rainbow 🌈🌈🌈
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