Friday, June 04, 2004

Let’s celebrate the ordinary

33 simple things which bring pleasure in life…(in no particular order)
… soft light of dawn
… first cup of hot teh tarik and perfect crispy roti canai
… laughing and joking with family at dinner
… unexpected warm hug from an innocent child
… rereading newly found old favourite book
… clear midnight sky with smiling moon and twinkling stars
… favourite dishes prepared by Mak
… getting thanked by a superior for a job done well
… getting together with old friends
… refreshing shower and a good massage after a long hard day
… reading old entries in diary
… cool, clean, pressed shirts
… surprise phone calls or letters from long-lost friends
… freshly painted/re-decorated room
… favourite teams scoring and/or winning
… walks along a lovely and lively park
… anything other than bills, invoices and junk-mails in the mailbox
… fresh flowers twinkling with dew at dawn
… breathtaking sunset at dusk
… browsing at the newsagent and picking up a favourite magazine
… playing with a beloved pet
… prompt and efficient service at the pay counter
… a thoughtful little something from someone
… patient listeners
… a pat in the back when feeling rather gloomy
… old photographs and school yearbooks
… plump ‘kekabu’ pillows and comfy quilt on a dark cold night
… throwing tiny stones into still water
… finishing tasks quickly
… end of a working week on a sunny Friday
… long evenings with favourite persons
… strolls along quiet white sandy beach
… putting the last piece to complete the jigsaw puzzle

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