“If you are a poet, you will see clearly that there is a cloud floating in this sheet of paper. Without the cloud, there can be no rain; without water, the trees cannot grow, and without trees, you cannot make paper. The existence of this page is dependent upon the existence of a cloud. Paper […]
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Spring in New England brings both promise and mess. A lone robin’s arrival lifted winter’s gloom, sparking lively discussions about the changing season. But with warmth came mud season—a thick, clinging sludge covering everything. Yet, even through the muck, beauty emerged. A hike past Kipling’s Naulakha, with Mt. Monadnock in the distance, revealed spring’s quiet unfolding—sunlight, a crow’s call, and the wind’s whisper. Messy yet glorious, much like life itself.
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“Beneath the sky’s soft glow Cherry Blossoms, like snow Tell a tale in silence true Of nature’s gift ever new.” (Author unknown) The arrival of spring in Japan is heralded by the exquisite bloom of the ‘sakura,’ or cherry blossom. These delicate flowers paint the landscape in shades of pink and white, transforming
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This year, Taiwan’s public Lunar New Year holiday lasts from January 26th to February 3rd. It will also be the ”Year of the Snake”, which is the 6th animal from the Chinese Zodiac. It represents wisdom, dexterity and charm, and symbolizes the improvement of luck and the arrival of success.
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As the first day of 2025 unfolds, I find myself reflecting on the role beauty plays in our lives. It’s not just about aesthetics; beauty shapes how we feel, think, and connect with the world. Whether it’s the intricate design of a building, the elegance of a perfectly taught dancer, or the simple joy of
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Rediscovering The Muppet Christmas Carol has been a heartwarming experience that beautifully captures the spirit of Christmas. This 1992 film, featuring Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge, reminds us that Christmas is about love and connection rather than materialism. Key scenes, like Scrooge’s transformation through the Ghost of Christmas Past and the warmth of the Cratchit
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October in Taipei brings cooler days perfect for outdoor moments. A friendly Ubike worker offers help and smiles, a building attendant keeps his space tidy, and locals gather for the community bus—small gestures reflecting the beauty of ordinary days.
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The number 3 green bus dropped me off directly in front of this little family restaurant. It was raining heavily and I didn’t have time to fix breakfast… my choice was fix breakfast or miss the bus… chose the bus… so, what a pleasant surprise to find this little restaurant directly in front of me,
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Pallavi Saxena’s “Bloom Beyond Borders” exhibition at the Red Room highlights cross-cultural sharing through floral designs and limited floral editions. The art, representing a journey from India to Taiwan, incorporates recycled cardboard and local fabrics. A standout piece features a heart-shaped cardboard figure among flowers, symbolizing Pallavi’s creative process and her two-year artistic experiment.
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A neighbor, on her pre-dawn daily morning walk, did a double take when she saw me out on my balcony hanging up a freshly laundered load of wash. “Sue, it’s going to rain today,” she reminded kindly me. “Thank you,” I responded, “I going to let them begin to dry during those moments when the
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