I grew attached to it: to the idea of getting a brand new car – the first totally new one I’d ever had. I grew attached to the very make and model itself. I would notice them all over the roads. … More All that Jazz
When I was very young, I was always afraid of the water. At the beach, I’d cling to my father -fearing the waves would wash me away into the endless ocean, never to be found again…even though we’d only stand in the shallow end of the shore. … More Try
The birds’ default position is not flight. It’s to actually be grounded. So when we see them flapping their wings and flying, it’s a departure from their default. And it’s their Creator that is ACTIVELY keeping them up in the air as they fly… … More A burst of gratitude
This month is usually one of great inspiration for me. In previous years, the words have overflowed on these pages each Ramadan – both in reflective postings as well as practical advices. But this year is different. I find myself being stifled by both time and circumstance; unable to bring forth even a shadow of … More Ramadan ramblings
Continuing the “Life lessons” series (see previous entry in this series for details) one of the lessons from Richard Carlson’s book is: “Remind yourself that when you die, your ‘In basket’ won’t be empty” In short, the lesson is about how your “to do” list fits into your life. The author brings up the perception … More Life lessons (Part 2): Things to do
A few years ago, when I became an ‘adult’, I found that life as a grown up can be rather overwhelming. This realisation didn’t come about because I suddenly turned 18, or 21, or whatever age you think adulthood officially begins. Those milestones were already a few years behind me already. I define adulthood as … More Life Lessons (Introduction and Part 1)
slip-sliding away..... 