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The Mischievous Morning Visitor
Having just had a hearty breakfast I went to the terrace to enjoy the beauty of the morning. I was just in time to see the sky come alive in a wide array of colors. The sun started ascending chasing away the darkness and making everything become illuminated under its influence.
By Staringale2 years ago in Longevity
Marsh Musings: A Deep Dive into Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Book Stats: Where the Crawdads Sing written by Delia Owens. Published on August 14, 2018. I was in the library having just read the book recommended to me by the kind librarian. Let me tell you my opinion on it.
By Staringale2 years ago in BookClub
The Psychological Impact of Isolation: A Look into 'I Who Have Never Known Men'
The Psychological Impact of Isolation: A Look into 'I Who Have Never Known Men' Book Stats: I Who Have Never Known Men, written by Jacqueline Harpman, was originally published in French as 'Moi qui n'ai jamais connu les hommes' in 1995. It was translated into English by Ros Schwartz, and the English version was published in 1997.
By Staringale2 years ago in BookClub
Discoveries In the Attic
Going to the attic to help Grandma find some yarn quickly turned into a distracting trip. Opening the boxes, I wondered why they weren't labelled and found a lot of interesting knick-knacks full of memories. Items like the little toy boat that was my elder brother's, which I used to hide as a kid, or the broken bear clock that used to be cute and adorable but had since stopped ticking with a broken paw. This was my younger sister's birthday gift, but she had carelessly broken it. The stuffed froggy also laid there limp, having lost a lot of its luster.
By Staringale2 years ago in Longevity
Basking In the Sunlight
Today was a sunny day, the sky was clear of clouds and the sun glowed brightly in the sky. In winter these sunny days are something that I look forward to. Even now when I am preparing my breakfast I'm looking out through the window enjoying the view.
By Staringale2 years ago in Longevity
A Reflection on The Book Thief
Book Stats: The Book Thief, written by Markus Zusak, was published in 2005. Curled up on the sofa beside the fireplace, I began reading the book in the silence of the room. The tick-tock of the grandfather clock provided a lulling backdrop, allowing me to immerse myself in the story. A 'dong' from the clock told me an hour had passed, and I was done with the book. Here's my opinion on it.
By Staringale2 years ago in BookClub
A Therapeutic Rainy Afternoon
The campus let us off at 1:00 pm today, and it was a slow day. Signing out of the campus, I began the stroll back home. Only a few steps were taken before Mother Nature gave me a surprise. A drizzle graced the day, and I ducked under the awning of a store to pull out an umbrella from my bag. It helps to be prepared. With the umbrella on my head, I continued the stroll. The petrichor spread through the atmosphere and engulfed my senses, accompanied by the pitter-patter sound of the raindrops hitting the pavement. It felt as if Mother Nature conspired to give me an autonomous sensory meridian response. I immediately felt my muscles relax, my energy levels rising, and the tiredness seeping away. The combination of the auditory, visual, and olfactory response to the rain was nature's rejuvenating therapy.
By Staringale2 years ago in Longevity
A Story with a Deep Impact
Book Stats: The Man Who Knew Infinity by Robert Kanigel published in 1991. Getting up early has a major advantage; you get to admire nature's beauty. The serenity of the morning nourishes your soul like no other. Knowing that I had time to spare before heading off to campus, I got comfortable on the bench in my backyard garden with a book in hand, surrounded by nature. Opening the book, I submerged myself into the world of letters and words, while nature provided a soothing backdrop. Here's my opinion on it.
By Staringale2 years ago in BookClub
Connecting Through Compassion
Waiting for the weekend, to unwind with nature, I got ready and was excited. Today was the day the campus decided for us to go on a volunteer trip to the orphanage in the next town. Grabbing my bag, I put on a helmet and cycled to the campus. The wind was blowing lightly, causing the creaking of the branches, and the streets were silent, with only a few pedestrians seen. Mr. Barker caught my attention as he was just opening his dainty little shop. The banner that he set outside showed 'Today's Deal', so I stopped outside, greeted him, and asked for the deal.
By Staringale2 years ago in Longevity
