reflections
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Perfect Weather
What’s your favorite month of the year? Why? In a city as hot and humid as mine, I have a favorite time of year. It is the few weeks between July and September. If I had to pick a month,… Continue reading
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Wherever My Family Is
What is your favorite place to go in your city? I don’t really like cities in general. They all seem very alike to me, and once you’ve visited the tourist spots, there’s not much else to explore.My city is no… Continue reading
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Get Straight to the Point
What’s the first impression you want to give people? I’ve never really stopped to think about the first impression I want to make. This usually happens when meeting someone for the first time. I always try to be cordial, kind,… Continue reading
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Invisible Protection
What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever found (and kept)? I’m not inclined to collect objects—in fact, I’m quite the opposite. If I don’t use something or it doesn’t resonate with me, I let it go. I don’t like surrounding myself… Continue reading
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Every Day Is a Winding Road
It starts out well. A clear path ahead, sunlight spilling softly across it. But as you walk a little farther, you begin to encounter muddy stretches, scattered rocks, potholes, and mountains to climb. The road I’m on is long, rough,… Continue reading
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Not a Single Soul
Who is the most famous or infamous person you have ever met? I don’t recall ever meeting anyone famous or infamous—or at least, not that I know of. That is taken two ways. I either do a great job keeping… Continue reading
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No Pets Fan
What is good about having a pet? I’m not someone who’s used to being around pets, nor do I want to have them. I believe it’s not a decision to be made lightly or emotionally, but rather with rationality, intelligence,… Continue reading
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I Have Enough Time Already
Do you need time? We often say time heals all wounds, but it’s really what we do with time that brings healing. Time is our best asset. We have the blessing of a whole brand new day each morning. Don’t… Continue reading
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Stronger, Wiser and More Loving
What will your life be like in three years? Personally, these past three years have been the most transformative of my life—physically, mentally, and emotionally. I feel like I’m in the best moment of my life. I have no intention… Continue reading
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Freedom Day
Invent a holiday! Explain how and why everyone should celebrate. OK, let’s approach this with an open mind. We have holidays to commemorate many things. These include religious observances like Christmas or Easter in the West. We also honor those… Continue reading
