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Archives for 2019

Up to the brim of the hill with no buildings in sight.

A paper bag flew by on a short flight, only to expire from its humble altitude moments later.

This quiet and sought-after destination pleases the eye, cleanses the soul and empties the wallet.

Admission is expensive and worth every cent.

There is a three year waiting list for a “place” on the hill. That’s what they told us, and you know what a clever marketing story that is!

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It was the only thing that mattered to her and the only thing he noticed.

A statue the size of a large hotel suite.

Forgotten, was the day they had cast this giant work from bronze melted in their stainless steel saucepans.

Home Cooking took on a new meaning.

The neighbors wondered what caused the blue swirl of smoke and the ensuing sizzling sound.

On permanent display.

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So she was disappointed, they made everything right and better.

The customer service representative appeared to have the power of a goddess.

She arranged for us to sit, think, ponder, attain a state of calm serenity beyond a millpond’s achievements.

The world has changed for the better and piece by piece ragged edges are smoothed and straight lines are given an enthralling swirl of life.

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You are going to relax, if you follow instructions sent in the red envelope.

We didn’t know your address and don’t need to – sinister…no!

This message is enough.

We want you to enjoy as many minutes, hours and days as you can.

Just wanted to deliver that simple, valuable and cherish-able message.

For all the good things you do.

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Somewhere.

We look for the ideal place.

To live.

To stay.

To learn.

To sunbathe.

To dance.

To write.

To get away from it all.

Getting away from one to arrive at another.

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