Month: January 2005
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Wabi-sabi
A catchall term for a 16th century Japanese discipline that combines the notions of wabi (things that are simple or humble) and sabi (things that gain beauty from age).Wabi-sabi in the home, according to Lawrence [The Japanese Art of Imperfect Beauty, by Robyn Griggs Lawrence], is “flea markets, not warehouse stores; aged wood, not Pergo;…
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Patience
How poor are they who have not patience! What wound did ever heal but by degrees?William Shakespeare
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Trouble with their sons
A Jewish businessman in Chicago sent his son to Israel for a year to absorb the culture.When the son returned, he said, “Papa, I had a great time in Israel. By the way, I converted to Christianity.” “Oy vey,” said the father, “What have I done!”He took his problem to his best friend. “Ike,” he…
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What is the sound of one hand clapping?
The thought came this morning that it is the sound of a male homo sapiens engaged in the practice of masturbation. Save the kittens.
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Conviction
Courage is more than standing for a firm conviction. It includes the risk of questioning that conviction.Julian Weber Gordon