I think we do forget to be in the moment. We see the big picture as overwhelming forgetting that all the little pieces are what makes is special in the moment. I know I'm guilty of that a lot.
Joy Apr 28, 2025 at 11:22am In response to "The Prompt"
Absolutely! I agree with you. After a certain time in our lives, circumstances permitting, we can create ourselves. The problem, if there's a problem, lies with our paying far too much attention to what others may say. As you pointed out, mostly, external creation leads to self-creation.
Awesome response. The poem Wasteland poem was also written shortly after the ending of World War I and there were many areas that looked like wasteland so it's an effective reminder of what man is capable of doing. Also in earlier times when battles were more dependent on good weather typically April the troops would stir after their winter encampments and begin fighting again. Another sad reminder of man's creating wasteland and burials of the dead.
In Japan I saw very old trees. In the USA trees are not always valued for their "inner spirit" nor the joy they give others. One tree I saw in Takayama was 800+ years old. Americans cannot fathom that.
Not only do you summarize one of Chaplin's movies - City Lights (and I do believe the flower girl was blind) - but you manage to weave in Chaplin's life story and why 'The Tramp' was created in the first place.
He came from nothing and became such an icon, all while showing the world that you did not have to lose your humanity in the process.
Thanks for joining me in celebrating Charlie Chaplin's 136th birthday with your tribute!
Another year whizzes by where time fly I have no idea .Looking back with happiness and gratitude and in hope that 2020 is going to be even more special for all of us .I am grateful that our paths crossed , as each of you brought something very special to my life as I hope I have to yours too . My prayer for the New Year ,
"I hope we shall drink down all unkindness. Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man " This is the perfect time for us to make amends , embrace friends and frenemies - I embrace all those who I have hurt , and forgive all those that hurt me.
I wish you all a brilliant 2020 - Whatever is meaningful , whatever brings you happiness, whatever is beautiful ... may it be yours. Follow your dreams, not your fears . Thank you for being a part of my life ..Stay safe , happy and blessed .
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