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Surrender
I surrender myself to the wisdom of older women, and go on a short holiday after finding a good, but expensive respite care facility for my father. (It was worth it. If I were wealthy, I would do it all … Continue reading
Dharma – the subtle art of giving too many fucks
In the list of well-meaning but tone deaf, insensitive half-witticisms like, ‘Cheer up’ to someone suffering from depression; ‘try to control your panic’ to someone in the middle of a panic attack; ‘you are beautiful and would be more so … Continue reading
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Small Celebrations
It is not an easy relationship. In a lot of ways, I have already lost my father. I think it was over two decades ago when he decided to retire early from his job. That in itself would not have … Continue reading
Posted in Blue Funk, Happy Days, Idle Thoughts, In Sickness and In Health
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A Birthday Message
I disliked her on sight. No. That’s not true. When I sent her an email (warm, friendly, inclusive) in response to her introductory one, she had replied ‘Thanks’ not even a ‘Thank you’. I was disappointed because her email made … Continue reading
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How to eat a Mangosteen
Do you recognise compatibility while grocery shopping? You can always tell a lot about relationships while watching two people shop for groceries together. There’s a rhythm, nearly sexual, when he picks the bread, and you add the cheese. He puts … Continue reading
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