My experiments with simplicity have resulted a few different permutations, culminating in one of the best years of my life (to date). Yet simplicity is an ongoing journey that brings sacrifice as well as reward and pain as well as pleasure. Since July I have been living one version of the simple life here in … Continue reading Simplicity is complex
An old classic… Instantes by Jorge Luis Borges
Here's an old classic a newly engaged friend Lucy just pinged my way. You may well have seen it before, but who cares - it's still stunning. Instantes (Instants) If I were able to live my life anew, In the next I would try to commit more errors. I would not try to be so … Continue reading An old classic… Instantes by Jorge Luis Borges
A shameless, energy-efficient convenient plug
I've often said that the environmental movement needs convenient actions, not inconvenient truths. Said differently, many of us have a sincere 'will' to change our planet, but are not not sure of the most effective 'way' to do so. When you couple this with the environmental preachers out there, who are quick to chastise us … Continue reading A shameless, energy-efficient convenient plug
Go easy
One of the best ways to determine the positive impact of a philosophy or lifestyle is to take a peek at the lives of those who follow it most closely and examine the result. However, perhaps even more important is the ability for the average person to adopt and maintain the philosophy. Is a philosophy … Continue reading Go easy
Over-expecting
It's been a while (again) since I last wrote. I've been away (again). After all, Leonardo da Vinci said,' Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgment will be surer'. I've merely dropped the 'every'. My mum once said to me that she … Continue reading Over-expecting
Development for the past, the present and the future
A photo of yours truly, truly blending in... I’ve recently arrived back from a 2-month holiday. None to bad in anyone’s books and that’s probably partially to blame for my current somewhat dreamy perspective. On return, I wrote a letter to a friend which I felt encapsulated some of my key thoughts about development and … Continue reading Development for the past, the present and the future
Breaking things – taking time off and away
I haven’t posted since the 4th January, as I’ve been on a break. You probably haven't even noticed! Yet for many bloggers, this would be a serious no-no. You have, they chime, to keep posting ‘every day’ or ‘at least once a week’. Your blogs have to be a certain length, or include a number … Continue reading Breaking things – taking time off and away
Patience – part two
The second patience is the one you and I grapple with. The very same patience that allowed me to write and you to (I hope) read the whole of the last story without feeling the need to go and do something else, or be more productive. Although I forgive you, of course, if you think … Continue reading Patience – part two
Introducing Patience and patience – part 1
This autumn, I met Patience twice. And I suspect that you’ll need some patience to get through this article, which for the purposes of yours, I’ll split into two parts, especially as the first is a simple story of slapstick insignificance. Patience 1 The first Patience is my wonderful friend Tara’s (of Wildfitness fame) housekeeper … Continue reading Introducing Patience and patience – part 1
Now is the time – Hafiz
Here's a great poem I read this week by Hafiz about taking time and trusting yourself. I'm flying back to the UK tonight, I'll write more from the other side - Simpletom! ___ Now is the time to know That all you do is sacred Now, why not consider A lasting truce with yourself and … Continue reading Now is the time – Hafiz
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