The parched earth, so thirsty and dry Longing for rain to fall from the sky And after days of waiting in vain Comes the sweet scent of rain The first drops fall, a gentle sound Pattering softly on the ground And as the rain picks up its pace The air fills with its fresh embrace […]
However, that the idea of human superiority is increasingly being challenged by scientists, philosophers, and ethicists who argue that all forms of life have inherent value and should be treated with respect and dignity. Recognizing the similarities between human and animal cognition and behaviour has led to a growing awareness of the need to protect […]
The word “self” has its roots in ancient languages and has been used to describe human identity and individuality for centuries. The idea of belonging to a specific group, such as one’s ethnicity, is also not a new concept. So, while humans may have the most complex social structures and cultures, which define our groups, […]
Are you we/they/them/it/him/her/binary? Questions we did not even think about when I was growing up. Society is changing some would say for the good, others would say for the worse, while most of us don’t understand the issues. I know that younger readers may think that my generations are out of touch with the realities […]
1. My husband and I divorced over religious differences. He thought he was God and I didn’t. 2. I don’t suffer from insanity; I enjoy every minute of it. 3. Some people are alive only because it’s illegal to kill them. 4. I used to have a handle on life, but it broke. 5. Don’t […]
A mother gave her 10-year-old a math test today. He spent nearly an hour and used four sheets of scratch paper. He worked on each problem with intense concentration. And then, with a deep breath, he handed it to her to be graded. She quickly worked my way through the test and calculated his score. […]
It’s common to feel overwhelmed and uncertain when going through a life or work transition. Finding clarity on where you are, where to focus your energy, and what emotions to expect can provide comfort. One way to do this is by creating a personal metaphor for your transition. Metaphors have the power to inspire inner […]
As I write this I am in great pain, I injured my shoulder and my hip is acting up and so I am feeling a bit sorry for myself. So, in the spirit of adventure, to stop feeling sorry for myself, and to keep on a theme here are some quotes about ageing and the […]
We are coming up fast to a transition, September 1 is the transition from summer to fall even though the Autumnal equinox is about September 23. This is when our day and night are of equal length, marking the start of autumn. But on September 1st students are thinking about returning to school, farmers are […]
I hate being patronized. By the way, patronized means they speak with a sense of superority. I love it when people talk down to me. It makes me feel so much better about myself. My boss always talks to me like I’m a child. I think he forgets that I’m an adult and not his […]
