Much Ado About Something

I sit here thumping away on the keyboard wondering about what to write and it dawns on me…… Many years ago when I was a young girl I was approached by a lady in Church to play the role of Mother Mary. She wanted to put up this enactment about the apparition of Mary to a group of children. I did not know who the person was and was surprised - my first thought was to decline as I was extremely shy. However, she did not pressurize me and instead asked me to think about it and after doing so and sharing it with the folks, I accepted the role. This play went on for about fifteen minutes but they were the best moments of my life. Many years have gone by…but this wonderful memory remains with me always. However, I feel sad at the number of people who do not acknowledge Our Lady. Jesus said “Son this is your mother and mother this is your son” and thus we embrace Mary as our blessed mother. She, as any mother, helps us with our problems, intercedes on our behalf and in return we than...

Humming a tuneless number Pam opened the door to her apartment dropping her laptop and briefcase on the table in the lounge. Grabbing a sandwich from the fridge and some water she went up to her bedroom to have a quick shower and fine-tune the presentation she had to hand in the next day. Once she had completed the promo she curled up on the couch in the living room and drifted off to sleep. She was well into a deep sleep only to be woken up to a crash on the balcony. Along with this there was a cacophony going on with the thunder and lightning and the power was off. She woke up groggily and dragged herself upstairs to her bedroom to catch up on a good night’s sleep, but something just didn’t feel right. She had this feeling that she wasn’t alone and there was an intruder in her flat! Scared out of her wits she sneaked a peek hoping that she was wrong. Tiptoeing across the room she took the cell phone and was about to dial Jason’s number when the phone was snatched from her! N...

The choice that was made they had to accept But sometimes wonder – “why did we take this step”? It’s lonely and depressing without the other they claim But drifting apart was frankly no one’s blame. So how and where do they go on from here? With hard cold reality - a chill, a tearful fear Wearing on a mask and being the court jester has its drawbacks Because there are absolutely no kickbacks Smile is what they choose to follow and resist the cry.... Gazing in space with pitiful wonder - O when o when will life pass us by?

I woke up this morning with a chipper mood and a spring in my step. Got the walking gear out and started the exercise regime in full gusto enjoying the quiet solitude of the early morning. But my happiness was brought to an end by the incessant fights and squabbles around me. A couple of hours later, sitting in my quiet space, I’m so glad that I have this corner to come home to! But at the desk of thought, I wonder….. Why do we agree to disagree? We reach out to help one another but when things don’t go the way we want it to, well, we crib. What happens when acceptance is not fraught with control and love takes precedence? Perhaps then we can let the ego take a hike and enjoy the other person in spite of his/her idiosyncrasies. Man is by no means infallible. As the tenets of RET that was drilled many years ago to me - man is a fallible being. If and when we realize this, then we mistake making mortals can be happy with our surroundings and enjoy the toast albeit how bur...

The situation is grim with drains filled up to the brim All laden with filth with nary a care to how they were built! Incessant rains drowning children; their cries a mere mumble While the roaring tide in the storm water drain eats away at their membrane. When will the authorities in office take note? And do something, anything - not just the vote Honor the commitment you preached and had us endorsing ……………or the people may not tolerate the endless bossing!

Was watching the program "We the People" on NDTV some time ago and I must say the topic was rather interesting and informative. For the past few months, I have been plagued with stories about the subject. One such person (have permission to let you in on this)was being harassed by his superior. The person who I speak about is a happily married man. His superior was on his case from the third month on the job and until he performed sexual favors his life was hell. Well cut to the chase, he refused and resigned. His struggles were far from over as bad reference checks made it next to impossible for him to land a job. Finally after a long time, he was able to get something suitable and I must say, he is flourishing in his career. Another situation, when a female employee had to dance to the bidding of her superior. She refused and tried her best to make sure that she was out of harm’s way for a good two years, until it became impossible for her to continue working. The job...

Sometime ago I met with a person who seemed to have an insurmountable number of woeful tales about her life (supposedly). Well, I was taken in and gave the individual a considerable amount of time and help until I realized that I was being stiffed. Needless to say, I have learned my lesson, tossed the wannabe outta my circuit and am so much better off. I wouldn’t want to do into depth here, but look out for these traits exhibited by this kind of personality: • They exhibit innocence or ignorance across issues throwing the floor for you to ‘assist’ them • Believe they are being tormented (uh uh) • They are extremely clingy • Very whiney - they crib about everything – your ears will ring and head spin • Demand your time • All-in-all a nuisance If you do come across such people, I would suggest you run a mile. They “smell” your aura and will make it a point to get to you. Sure I ain’t an expert on these personality types… just wanted to share these pointers with ...