Eric Hoffer, self-educated moral and social philosopher. and longshoreman, was born on 25 July (or 15 July) 1902 in The Bronx, New York. His parents were immigrants from Alsace, then part of Imperial Germany.Of his early life, Hoffer wrote: “I had no schooling. I was practically blind up to the age of fifteen. When my […]
The Longshoreman Philosopher
road plan haiku this plan gives me pause some things better on paper may not go as planned. — “the middle of the road is where the white line is – and that’s the worst place to drive.” -robert frost
middle of the road.
“What’s Mom doing?” “Watering the roses.” “Why do they need to be watered?” “Everything needs water to grow, Little One.” “Is that why Dad puts water on the new tree?” “Yup. The very reason.” “It looks like the tree has been watered.” “I’m so glad you keep your eye on these things.” “Hey, Lucy. Check […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy in Their Backyard
Carefree playdate Fun won over cleanliness Dirt didn’t deter them Puppy and his human played Covered in mud, yet happy! This story was written in response to Dakshali’s Saturday Picture Prompt Plate a.k.a PPP #3. The challenge is to use the given photo prompt and create an original poem, prose, story or anything related to the picture. […]
The playdate
Introducing a new member in our family. We adopted him last week. His name is Leo. Isn’t he is cute? He is very gentle while petting. He is an attention seeker. My daughter Kyaraa loves him. He is a perfect play partner for her. We love watching his little tail wag at the glimpse of […]
New Member in the family!
We live with her living with it This post may be short because this is not easy for me to write about. The subject is one that I usually only mention in passing comments: my dear aunt is a stage 4 breast cancer survivor. In much the same way that thoughts of Papa are always […]
Opening up about my aunt’s cancer
An Epicurean Aegean Odyssey In a time of epic turmoil and unsurpassable bliss I had this diaphanous lover a fair goddess from far off Mount Olympus Was it all that wrong? Upon her golden lyre she knew just how to play my favourite song setting my heart on fire with unquenchable desire for her heavenly […]
Used Lover Blues (1)
“He, who rides a tiger, is afraid to dismount”. – Thea Harrison July 30, 1982 or centuries ago… It is a five-hour drive from Whitby to Glastonbury Tor, if the traffic is light, and the winds of good fortune are with you. Worth the drive if you ask me. Worth the time indeed. So much […]
Morgana
I received this notification; And my blog hit this figure; 3700 followers! Followers Both of these things weren’t possible without your encouragement and support, my dear friends. So a big, heartfelt; #Keepitalive #Blogging #Gratitude
So two things happened today!
Review: Your Apartment, 3 Frederick Place, Clifton, Bristol Location Our apartment was located at the end of the street The accommodation is managed by Your Apartment and located on Frederick Place in the desirable Clifton neighbourhood of Bristol. This suburb is within easy walking distance of the city centre and features leafy streets, stunning architecture […]
Your Apartment Bristol – A review
World Era 