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"J'ecris pour me decouvrir."- a French writer

Sunday, October 31, 2010

What a Year!

In the cold weather by the sea side, my friend and I sat like total lunatics catching up. It was such a delight hanging out there chilling and feeling cold like fish. It's all because we wanted to smell the breeze of fresh air that has always made us feel alive.

My friend started talking about her dreams and how she wanted to work on herself. It amazed me how she has developed a plan for herself after a long time of despair, thinking and determination. It is always great to "listen to the voice deep in yourself," and begin the questioning phase. You assess your actions, your relationships and your future.

Then, it was my turn. Luckily, my friend struck me with the question I have been waiting for, "So underneath this perfect mask, how are you doing?" I smiled impressed by such a smart and yet frank question.

My friend and I have agreed simply on one thing. This year has been fruitful for both of us. I still remember a year ago. She and I had the same frank conversation. Back then, everything was gloomy and ugly, or that's how it seemed. However, now we have a much broader perspective.

Yes, we have met so many people that we regret knowing, but they have taught us many things about ourselves. They have shown us aspects that we have never known before. They have drawn our attention to the simple fact that life does not always go our way. They have made us aware of our need to stop having too many expectations from them.

Yes, we have made many bad choices, but now we have the luxury of thinking thoroughly before taking any hasty decision.

Thank you my dear friend for opening my eyes to many things I seemed to forget.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Got Mail?

I have just been watching "You've Got Mail", starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. I have watched it for hundreds of times, and every time I watch it I get mesmerized to my chair waiting for the end that i already know, just because I like its subtlety.

I like how New York looks in this movie. Frankly, I have never been to New York, yet I watched many movies that were shot there. Believe me, New York in "You've Got Mail" is just sensational. Maybe, it's all because it is supposed to capture the city during the Fall, and I am a big fan of Autumn, the somewhat quiet atmosphere with the gentle breeze and the wilting trees.

What captures in such a brilliant plot is how Fox and Kelly (Hanks & Ryan) got into love without even seeing each other, or knowing one another's name. How love is so impersonal and universal that a human being can relate to another without the necessity of having any sexual interest of any sort. Those two people could just relate to each other by talking about mundane simple and yet beautiful things.

What also dazzles me is the beauty of the plot that shows how two people who were actually soul mates passed by each other maybe every single day without realizing that fact. It makes me wonder, "Is this true by any means?" I have been searching like everyone else for love. Could this be true? Could I pass by my soul mate every single day without realizing this? Is it possible that love is just that close to me and I'm too busy to realize this? Or is it possible that two people might fall for one another without meeting in person?

Well, I guess that I will keep on watching other enchanting movies and dream of living like those stars on the screen.

Friday, October 8, 2010

When Beauty Equals Serenity

I was taken by the beauty of nature last week. For me, it was a new kind of beauty. It was mere serenity.

Here are some shots I took in Hurghada. 









Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Don't Worry... Be Happy

I have always believed that God has better plans for you than those you have for yourself. Sometimes, I feel worried about my future. However, I assure myself right away that I will always have something better. I keep on telling myself that no matter how high my aspirations seem, there is always something better on the road for me.

By time, I have realized that there is no need to feel anxious or afraid. God is there for all of us.

Look at your life. Have a close look and try to think of your past dreams and analyze your present conditions. There is surely this one great thing in your life that you have missed in your past dreams. There is this unique thing that you, and only you, possess. There is this one little thing that you forgot about when you decided to make your plans.

Take a very close look, and I'm sure that you will find all of these things in your life that shall make you feel happy and satisfied.

So, when you think of your future, always dream and have loads of ambitions. However, when you feel afraid, I tell you,"Don't Worry...Be Happy."