in that strive for the extraordinary, do we feel exhausted by the constant look-up, the perpetual not-enough-ness?
Do the Ordinary Extraordinarily
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The gems I collected over time. I let them rest in my chest for a while. Just like gems in a display case, I would take them out from time to time when I felt lost, and when I wanted to offer some light to others.
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The last TOTEI
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As most of us are now able to purchase clean, new clothes cheaply, the act of mending and stitching doesn’t seem to make sense at least in terms of efficiency.
The Job She Hated the Most…?
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She was 27 when she broke up with her fiancé.
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Here, I am reminded of the words of a Buddhist sculptor, who says it’s not him to give shape to a piece of wood: rather, his work is to help it manifest the shape hidden beneath, which has always existed within.
Used Cloth Only
“I don’t need to worry about the ‘chosen ones,’ they naturally shine. I’m more interested in shedding light on those who otherwise will be forgotten.”
I’d Be Content to Die Tomorrow.
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