It’s a fine thought, if somewhat disheartening. Isn’t it amazing what images you can find? I needed an illustration of a cross between a frog and a snail and actually found two — one emphasizing the frog, the other the snail. That still floors me.
Disheartening? Why so? π
But yes – it’s inspiring how the human race has managed to pull together such a useful repository of information in such a short time. Well done us! π
Ah yes – that is a state to avoid. Our pleasures must be natural, not forced.
It would dishearten me too were I so compelled. Care to share your story of compulsion? I promise that I am a good listener and that I care. π
Hmm. I don’t believe I have a story of compulsion. At least, not one of my own. I do come from a long line of meticulous people, some more so than others, but none so just-so that lives are altered or deterred from living fully. Still, I’m not going to tell tales or betray trust, but thank you for the generous offer of an ear or two. π
It’s not compulsion that disheartens me to think of disguised pain; it’s compassion.
Compassion tends to hearten me. I’m still entirely in the dark about what is disheartening you here. Sorry to be so obtuse, but I really do care, Sue. π
I suspect that maybe you are looking at the wrong side of the equation, Sue. Perhaps focus on the task of not making anyone do stuff they don’t want to do? Thusly the second condition is avoided. π
I am inviting response, and you are giving very good response, Sue. π You are free to see whatever you want to see in what you read. I’m just trying to share my point of view too. Sorry if I’m doing such a bad job. π
I see your point of view when I read each post. I’m surprised you feel a need to reiterate. Or perhaps you’re defending it. No matter. Of course my response will reflect my point of view, but even if it differs from yours, I will never suggest that perhaps you are seeing the wrong side. That would be presumptuous and smug.
ok lets see i suggest when youve the time you check out all the blogs i follow becuz im sure youll find someone so interesting! keep the positive energy flowing!
I’m certainly up for that challenge, although maybe not all at once. I struggle to keep up with everyone that I follow at the moment – and I am a keen follower. How many people are we talking about here and where are they (generally)?
I really appreciate you challenging me – that is for sure.
hahaaha yes! we shall call it a challenge i like that! and ive just started blogging maybe like a month or so ago so ive not alot that i follow yet but how bout i pick 3 that i think you will enjoy and that will be my challenge to see how like minded you and i are in only the few messages back and forth here?
I hope so too, Miriam, and that goes for all of us. We must walk voluntarily into those things that we enjoy, otherwise they cease to be enjoyable. π
Gosh – I’m feeling extremely wise today! π
How did you guess! π
Today is Friday and I am relaxing and getting my mind ready for the rigours of the weekend. Actually, I’m thinking about the walk I’m doing in July, which is up the Yorkshire Three Peaks (and hopefully down again)(https://www.threepeakschallenge.uk/yorkshire-three-peaks-challenge/)
Do you do a lot of walking?
Management Notice: All sleep will henceforth be sound and all dreams be sweet. Penalty for failure to comply: stroking of hair and a whispered ‘everything is going to be okay”.
Life is pure magic when connections appear where none were before and when time becomes our slave.
Yeah, I know – I’m just feeling that way on. It’ll pass. π
That might possibly be the most profound and helpful thing I’ve heard all day! I wonder how true it is and how localised. Which country are you referring to? π
Ah, blue Monday – yes, I rather know the feeling. But it’s 5pm here on a Sunday afternoon and there is still much light and love to enjoy on this Sunday day. π
I have to confess that suave sisters makes me think of scissor sisters and all that implies. Never fear though, I will try to fight these subconscious thoughts. π
Beautiful words to go with that image.
Class! – Cezand
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Thanks, Cezand – I wrote the words first and them cast around for an image that went along with them. π
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It’s a fine thought, if somewhat disheartening. Isn’t it amazing what images you can find? I needed an illustration of a cross between a frog and a snail and actually found two — one emphasizing the frog, the other the snail. That still floors me.
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Disheartening? Why so? π
But yes – it’s inspiring how the human race has managed to pull together such a useful repository of information in such a short time. Well done us! π
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Disguised pain. It disheartens me.
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Ah yes – that is a state to avoid. Our pleasures must be natural, not forced.
It would dishearten me too were I so compelled. Care to share your story of compulsion? I promise that I am a good listener and that I care. π
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Hmm. I don’t believe I have a story of compulsion. At least, not one of my own. I do come from a long line of meticulous people, some more so than others, but none so just-so that lives are altered or deterred from living fully. Still, I’m not going to tell tales or betray trust, but thank you for the generous offer of an ear or two. π
It’s not compulsion that disheartens me to think of disguised pain; it’s compassion.
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Compassion tends to hearten me. I’m still entirely in the dark about what is disheartening you here. Sorry to be so obtuse, but I really do care, Sue. π
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The idea of disguised hurt is disheartening to me, Robert. On an abstract level. I’m not disheartened on a worldly level.
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I suspect that maybe you are looking at the wrong side of the equation, Sue. Perhaps focus on the task of not making anyone do stuff they don’t want to do? Thusly the second condition is avoided. π
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In any equation, both sides are equal. Both sides are right.
Maybe focus on the beauty of a universe where each of us is unique and possessing a unique perspective.
Hey, it was your post. I thought you were inviting response.
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I am inviting response, and you are giving very good response, Sue. π You are free to see whatever you want to see in what you read. I’m just trying to share my point of view too. Sorry if I’m doing such a bad job. π
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I see your point of view when I read each post. I’m surprised you feel a need to reiterate. Or perhaps you’re defending it. No matter. Of course my response will reflect my point of view, but even if it differs from yours, I will never suggest that perhaps you are seeing the wrong side. That would be presumptuous and smug.
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Okay.
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yes true but a gentle direction suggested is my lucky circumstance today! so ty for that!
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Gentle suggestion could totally work for me too. π
Suggest something to me and I’ll see how it works out.
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ok lets see i suggest when youve the time you check out all the blogs i follow becuz im sure youll find someone so interesting! keep the positive energy flowing!
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I’m certainly up for that challenge, although maybe not all at once. I struggle to keep up with everyone that I follow at the moment – and I am a keen follower. How many people are we talking about here and where are they (generally)?
I really appreciate you challenging me – that is for sure.
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hahaaha yes! we shall call it a challenge i like that! and ive just started blogging maybe like a month or so ago so ive not alot that i follow yet but how bout i pick 3 that i think you will enjoy and that will be my challenge to see how like minded you and i are in only the few messages back and forth here?
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You’re on. Send me three and you can watch me bewitch and bedazzle them. π
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hahahhaha challenge accepted!
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Show me, show me, show me! π
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Hope you don’t have to force any pleasure this weekend Rob. May it all come naturally.
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I hope so too, Miriam, and that goes for all of us. We must walk voluntarily into those things that we enjoy, otherwise they cease to be enjoyable. π
Gosh – I’m feeling extremely wise today! π
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Yes, I noticed. You must be wearing your Yoda hat.
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How did you guess! π
Today is Friday and I am relaxing and getting my mind ready for the rigours of the weekend. Actually, I’m thinking about the walk I’m doing in July, which is up the Yorkshire Three Peaks (and hopefully down again)(https://www.threepeakschallenge.uk/yorkshire-three-peaks-challenge/)
Do you do a lot of walking?
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I just checked out the link. Looks great. I love walking. And yes, any chance I get I’m out on the tracks. Hope you thoroughly enjoy it.
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I hope to. The reason I asked is that I wondered if you had ever done anything like that yourself and if you had any advice to offer? π
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Just be prepared.
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Sage words. π
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I’ve got my Yoda hat on too!
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Hahaha – good morning and good night, Miriam – you are a beautiful wonder. π
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Ah thanks, so are you. Sweet dreams. π β§β
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Management Notice: All sleep will henceforth be sound and all dreams be sweet. Penalty for failure to comply: stroking of hair and a whispered ‘everything is going to be okay”.
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I love this. Just what I needed to hear!
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Only the best for you, Miri. π
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You’re very kind …
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π
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You are so wise today, but then again you’re pretty wise everyday π
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I was just thinking of you, Diane, wondering if you were okay. And then – as if by magic – you appear. π
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It is magic I think! I must have been picking up the thought waves…
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Life is pure magic when connections appear where none were before and when time becomes our slave.
Yeah, I know – I’m just feeling that way on. It’ll pass. π
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I love my blogging connections π
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Me too. π
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Well articulated post!
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Thank you Chitra. That was an equally well articulated comment! π
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We have a saying in my country; appetite comes while eating. πβΊοΈπ
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That might possibly be the most profound and helpful thing I’ve heard all day! I wonder how true it is and how localised. Which country are you referring to? π
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Albania π
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Ah! I thought as much. It was at the top of you list of languages and poems. π
Was a good place to live? Apart from the cabbage stew that is.
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Robert so much force ππ
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Erm, no – the avoidance of force really.
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Yeah Robert π
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Deep thought!
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I thought so at the time, but I’ve grown so much since that it has become shallow. Yeah – I wish! π
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Hahahahahaha!
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π How’s your day going? π
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Monday blues are slowly sweeping in.
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Ah, blue Monday – yes, I rather know the feeling. But it’s 5pm here on a Sunday afternoon and there is still much light and love to enjoy on this Sunday day. π
I have to confess that suave sisters makes me think of scissor sisters and all that implies. Never fear though, I will try to fight these subconscious thoughts. π
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Yes please do
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Have done. π
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I admit, it’s not the kind of band or music that I would like to be associated with either. π
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