Tag: inspiration

Europe bound, Expat, expatriation, Family, Inspiring Monday, Me

“If you want to live a happy life …

  …Tie it to a goal, not to people or objects”. A. Einstein I came across this quote the other day and it got me thinking : Our contract in the Philippines ends in December, and when I wonder “where next?”, I have a hard time tying the answer to  a goal. I consider what would be good to our family – a safe place for … Continue reading “If you want to live a happy life …

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Inspiration, Inspiring Monday, meet the neighbors

What makes your heart sing?

My New Year Resolution is the same as last year and I can be so predictable that I already know it will be the same at least for the next 50 years: do more of what makes me happy! I asked some of my very favorite bloggers what make their heart sing. Their answer is at your finger tips, just click on the pictures and meet with … Continue reading What makes your heart sing?

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Christmas, Inspiration, Spread the word, Uncategorized

Did you know that Santa is working undercover in the streets of NYC ?

In the cold streets of New York, a particular Santa hadn’t waited for Christmas to warm people’s hearts and put a big smile on their face.. If you haven’t recognised him, it’s because he is working under cover: look for a tattooed Filipino hairdresser in his early 30. Distinguishing mark: His sack turned satchel with a bunch of brushes and scissors. “It’s all about being grateful and sharing my gift” … Continue reading Did you know that Santa is working undercover in the streets of NYC ?

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Spread the word

Burning Man in LOVE

Ukrainian Sculptor Alexandr Milov has deeply touched my heart with the giant masterpieces he exposed at “Burning Man”. He calls them “Love” : the two wired framed sculptures are turning their back to each other yet their inner child is trying to reach out, to touch, to hug. Milov explains that they “ demonstrates a conflict between a man and a woman as well as the outer … Continue reading Burning Man in LOVE

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Inspiring Monday, meet the neighbors, Spread the word

Inspiring Monday: there are such wonders in a half empty cup..

What’s your first reaction when you spill your coffee over your table? Are you mad at the mess or smiling at the chance to let creativity and beauty get a hold on you? Just like this incredibly inspiring artist Giulia Bernardelli … I recently discovered her stunning masterpieces on Instagram, and like every time I find something beautifully inspiring, I must share it with the whole … Continue reading Inspiring Monday: there are such wonders in a half empty cup..

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Inspiring Monday, Photo Challenge

Mundane Monday Challenge: Look at the bright side

Before you choose what you want to focus on today, remember the Buddha’s words : “What you think you become. What you feel you attract. What you imagine you can create“. So, the barbed wire or the heart shaped shiny leaf? Wishing you all an inspiring week … 🙂 More about the Mundane Monday Challenge right there Continue reading Mundane Monday Challenge: Look at the bright side

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expatriation, Family, Inspiring Monday

Inspiring Monday: The kid got it right (again)

Among the precious teachings of my Zen Masters Resident is the everlasting “Why not?” Those two words used to irritate me so much (especially at the end of a long day); Until I realised how meaningful they actually are; Only dead fish go with the flow, why should we always go the most traveled roads? So I have started asking myself “why not?” much more often. My Attilas … Continue reading Inspiring Monday: The kid got it right (again)

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