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impossible

Making the impossible possible.

Posted on September 30, 2019November 20, 2021 by chefswifediary

The constant bickering about what’s right and wrong, I no longer bother. I said it a hundred times, but yet it still matters. Why countless time was spent justifying decisions we’ve made? After all our instinct tells us to “just go ahead“. A light of thought, carried off by doubts. Excitement or anxiety? There is no…

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survivors

The survivors.

Posted on September 15, 2019November 20, 2021 by chefswifediary

Graceful school of fish, swimming like there is no boundary. A decent and spacious place, fairly basics to keep them roaming.   Similar route, alike pebbles, familiar mates, observers can only tell but not tenants. No sign of whining, no sign of quibbling, observers curiously asked if they are happy. Just “Grateful” the tenants said….

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Surrender to what is.

Posted on September 6, 2019 by chefswifediary

Our past haunts us, because we let them to. The head tells us to let go, the heart says otherwise. We keep holding on until the time is right. But, didn’t we know there isn’t a right time. It is only courage that made us waited for so long. Photo by: @framesoflifeblog

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sea shore

Differences.

Posted on August 22, 2019November 20, 2021 by chefswifediary

In a sea near to land, myriad tones of blue surfaced. Under the sun I gently stroked the brine, felt the freshness, calmness and moist.   What formed contrasting colours? Sand, silt, scattered light, or was it a sky reflection? For certain transparent water was what I discerned.   Aside judging by height, weight, shape,…

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best shot

The best has yet to come.

Posted on August 1, 2019November 18, 2021 by chefswifediary

A problem stated is half solved. Challenges are just temporary. Fragment them and encounter each with courage, one step at a time. With determination, with patience, we will soon get there. Believe that the best has yet to come. Photo by Frames of Life Blog

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Live Life

Posted on July 21, 2019July 10, 2024 by chefswifediary

Peeking sunshine, through cloudy sky. Breezy wind, flowing by whistling trees. Birds chirping, along peaceful stream. Eyes closed, breath deep. Yesterday’s mess, let it all be gone. Harmonised to surrounding, enjoy the livings. Welcome inner voice, rearrange thoughts. Never mind the complication, put away hesitation. Life is a journey, not just a destiny. Alive we…

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appreciation, two way

Take for granted.

Posted on July 20, 2019November 18, 2021 by chefswifediary

‘Take for granted’ is an easy phrase and it is also an easy action to take. According to Collins’ English Dictionary, it means to take advantage of without due appreciation. We witness this in our daily life but was not further magnified out of respect given to relationships – Relationship with friends, relatives, and families….

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weekend

Do what you can.

Posted on July 13, 2019November 18, 2021 by chefswifediary

You can only do so much. Do what you can, and enjoy the coming weekend. Happy Weekend.  Photo by Edu Lauton  

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resilience

I am a resilient woman.

Posted on July 12, 2019November 18, 2021 by chefswifediary

I neither expect abundance of love, nor less love. It’s just confusing to encounter unproportional love. I used to think I am weak, susceptible to all sorts of emotions and deserved less. All because I couldn’t comprehend and withstand the nature of tears cooking up in my eyes in times of trouble. We are what…

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Take a break, be kind.

Posted on July 5, 2019November 18, 2021 by chefswifediary

Here comes the day of week when everyone goes ‘Friyay‘! All because we are accustomed to Friday being the last day of work week, it sends a big relief for most of us that tough week is about to over, and marking the beginning of weekend of course! It’s not because we dislike our job….

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Corporate servant by day, blogger by night, a mommy always. Married to a chef—I love food, he brings it to life. A self-taught artist, I reflect and write about how I strive to do it all.
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