I KNEW INSTANTLY I was going to struggle with this prompt. I'm not a 'know instantly' kind of girl. I'm a ponderer, dweller, list maker, what ifer (that can't be a word). I'm sure you understand what I mean. Spontaneity is not my friend and I hate surprises. Anything spontaneous has to be arranged at least a week in advance and any surprise must be approved by me beforehand. I am exaggerating of course but only slightly.
I blame my mother. She is even guiltier of this than I am. Getting both of us to be spontaneous simultaneously is quite the accomplishment. Many have tried, few have succeeded.
I used to be embarrassed by this trait but now I accept it as being a part of who I am. Hubby has made it his personal mission to scare the shit...I mean surprise me on a regular basis. I'm pleased to say I'm getting more laid back each year. However, if he ever throws me a surprise party...I WILL kill him.
Sunday, 14 December 2008
Saturday, 13 December 2008
SEEK AND YOU SHALL FIND
Seekers are offered clues all the time from the world of the spirit. Ordinary people call these clues coincidences.
-Deepak Chopra
Until recently, I had never been a big believer in coincidences. I tried an exercise I found in a book. The idea was to write down and pay attention to coincidences for a week. For example, receiving a brochure in the mail regarding a course you are interested in, hearing a stranger give advice about the exact problem that's been keeping you up nights. That sort of thing.
I was surprised to have quite a long list by the end of the week. Not only did I notice them but I took action regarding some of them too. Now I'm wondering if these clues have been around me previously and I've missed them because I wasn't paying attention. Or, are they showing up because I am searching for them?
Hmm, very interesting.
-Deepak Chopra
Until recently, I had never been a big believer in coincidences. I tried an exercise I found in a book. The idea was to write down and pay attention to coincidences for a week. For example, receiving a brochure in the mail regarding a course you are interested in, hearing a stranger give advice about the exact problem that's been keeping you up nights. That sort of thing.
I was surprised to have quite a long list by the end of the week. Not only did I notice them but I took action regarding some of them too. Now I'm wondering if these clues have been around me previously and I've missed them because I wasn't paying attention. Or, are they showing up because I am searching for them?
Hmm, very interesting.
Friday, 12 December 2008
FLASH 55 - PERFECT GRAMMER
I found it difficult to remain stationery as my principle sweatly explained this. The principals should be straigh forward as I speak the language everyday. although perfect grammer escapes me, I loved to play with words. For example - you can say you pricked your finger but a different meaning is apparent if you fingered your ...
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HOW MANY MISTAKES CAN YOU FIND?
Flash Fiction - Every Friday, I compose a short story of 55 words - no more, no less. If you would like to join in the fun and games... post your story and report to the boss - If you're not interested in contributing a story, feel free to read the other entries. I'm sure any comments you have would be appreciated.
Happy reading and writing!
Love
KB
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HOW MANY MISTAKES CAN YOU FIND?
Flash Fiction - Every Friday, I compose a short story of 55 words - no more, no less. If you would like to join in the fun and games... post your story and report to the boss - If you're not interested in contributing a story, feel free to read the other entries. I'm sure any comments you have would be appreciated.
Happy reading and writing!
Love
KB
Thursday, 11 December 2008
BLONDE...KRAZY BLONDE
I've read a couple of scathing reviews of the new Bond film but I thoroughly enjoyed it. There were times I was certain I was watching scenes from the last Jason Bourne movie actually.
This movie was action packed, fast paced and surprisingly violent. I can recall only one of the usually included 'yeah right' stunts. Hopefully, Bond's days of flying down a mountain on a cello case are over.
In my opinion, the worst of 007 has been replaced but the old gems still remain. Daniel Craig is charismatic and totally droolworthy shirtless and M is as crabby as ever.
It's all good. Loved it!
LESSON FOR THE DAY
A two-hour motion picture uses around 3.3km of film.
This movie was action packed, fast paced and surprisingly violent. I can recall only one of the usually included 'yeah right' stunts. Hopefully, Bond's days of flying down a mountain on a cello case are over.
In my opinion, the worst of 007 has been replaced but the old gems still remain. Daniel Craig is charismatic and totally droolworthy shirtless and M is as crabby as ever.
It's all good. Loved it!
LESSON FOR THE DAY
A two-hour motion picture uses around 3.3km of film.
Monday, 8 December 2008
DIABETES ON THE RISE
My local rag informs me that diabetes is on the rise in cats and dogs.
"At the moment we have four cats and 10 dogs diagnosed with diabetes and on insulin," says a local vet.
Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination and eating more but appearing to lose weight.
Cats and dogs need insulin in most of these cases and an appropriate diet. The weight loss diet for cats has been dubbed the 'catkins' diet.
Yikes, sickening if you ask me. What are their owners feeding them?
I discussed this with a friend of mine who informed me her dog eats the same food she has for dinner. Erm, hello, he's a dog not a human.
I learned my lesson about giving Coco 'human' food. I fed her left over baked beans one night. The gas was nauseating. I felt like I was sitting on the edge of the bog of eternal stench. Even Coco looked embarrassed.
Oh dear
"At the moment we have four cats and 10 dogs diagnosed with diabetes and on insulin," says a local vet.
Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination and eating more but appearing to lose weight.
Cats and dogs need insulin in most of these cases and an appropriate diet. The weight loss diet for cats has been dubbed the 'catkins' diet.
Yikes, sickening if you ask me. What are their owners feeding them?
I discussed this with a friend of mine who informed me her dog eats the same food she has for dinner. Erm, hello, he's a dog not a human.
I learned my lesson about giving Coco 'human' food. I fed her left over baked beans one night. The gas was nauseating. I felt like I was sitting on the edge of the bog of eternal stench. Even Coco looked embarrassed.
Oh dear
KB THE RED NOSED BLONDIE
A sad soul can kill you quicker than a germ.
- John Steinbeck
Looks like Rudolph can be given the night off this Christmas Eve. I have blown my nose so many times in the last couple of days, the red glow lights up the night sky.
Back to bed for me.
*blows nose AGAIN*
LESSON FOR THE DAY
The bird that lays the largest egg in relation to its own size is the Kiwi.
- John Steinbeck
Looks like Rudolph can be given the night off this Christmas Eve. I have blown my nose so many times in the last couple of days, the red glow lights up the night sky.
Back to bed for me.
*blows nose AGAIN*
LESSON FOR THE DAY
The bird that lays the largest egg in relation to its own size is the Kiwi.
Sunday, 7 December 2008
CHRISTMAS AT THE BEACH
This week's prompt is TRADITION.
T oes in the sand
R estless minds start to calm
A nother lazy day
D iving into the ocean
I magination abounds
T oasted marshmallows
I ntoxicating moonlight
O pen fire to dance around
N ourishment for the soul
T oes in the sand
R estless minds start to calm
A nother lazy day
D iving into the ocean
I magination abounds
T oasted marshmallows
I ntoxicating moonlight
O pen fire to dance around
N ourishment for the soul
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