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The Little Things In Life
12.14.04 (11:16 pm)   [edit]

Despite a rough night with 2 hours of sleep, and a day with work coming in by the bookful for the holidays, I feel somewhat refreshed, if not in body, atleast in mind.
I did the mile sprint to catch my bus in order to get home early as there was no work today. Caught it. Got the front seat of the top deck so I was incredibly happy, even though I missed the scenery as I fell asleep.
That was the most refreshing nap I've had since...since a long time.
I even had the energy to walk home with two bags and there was, I admit, this spring to my step.
So I was walking, and I was thinking..How much I love Hong Kong. The smells, the sights, even the sounds. Even that darn Mr. Softee Van at 2am in the morning with its horrible music.
Its home.
The old ladies, 70 years old, pushing these wooden trolleys three times their weight up narrow, slanted streets without so much as a pant. Their slow, precise shuffle...I admire them. They're slaves to their own work, yet have this sense of freedom around them. This almost delicate femininity that you can't detect except by the clothes they wear. They're doing what they want to do.
That, and occasionally their swearing at me to get out of their way.
I admire them in a way I don't admire others...It's different. They're part of this country and though most will ignore them, it's amazing the smiles they break into when you pass by and smile a greeting.
The smells from the chinese herb shops that make my nose crinkle...and which i've grown to love.
The way the traffic signals work...
The older men and women doing t'aichi in the early morning...So slow, so precise.
When I walked towards my building block I got stopped by a lady who I've seen but never spoken to. She just complimented me on an outfit I don't remember wearing and told me I was known as the pretty girl in block number -. *smile* I don't remember that outfit. But sigh...it was sweet. I've made a new friend.
Tis the little things like this that just make my heart feel like its going to burst. Its not pride, its love.
This is home. All of it. Perhaps not where I retire at the end of every day, but the whole place...It's home.
I wake up to the sweet thoughts of someone I love every morning. I come home to two fuzzy little darlings (Kichi and Gids), both who'll wait patiently outside my door, even if I'm in the toilet! *laugh* I go to sleep after blowing three kisses out the window every night.
I feel so...content.
And now I have oranges...my favourite fruit. And a full belly because of a lunch I cooked...
It's been really eye-opening.
And if you peek into the chatterbox on my left, someone even said I was pretty :P *laugh* Its these little things that really honestly make me smile. They may be words, but its sweet, and perhaps its just the phrase/thought that counts sometimes to brighten up your day.
Even the thought of a spanish essay due in tomorrow is not fazing me. I think I'll go curl up in the last rays of the sun. Something to savor.
Do me a favour, and go compliment someone today...Anyone. :) You'd be surprised at how good it feels.
 

posted by: rinna (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (2:03 am)

ahh, vods, you live a good life. it's even better because you know and appreciate it, even with its setbacks and hardships. *hugs*


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (2:07 am)

Reply to: rinna
hon i'd make you eat those words :P i only realised today.
i only knew and appreciated it today..i just got lucky. for every high there is a low, and im digging myself into a deeper hole than i ought to.
thanks for droppin by *hug* hope you doin aight..


posted by: Dariana (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (2:38 am)

Its a warm feeling to look around you and know you are blessed. Its nice to see people appreciate all they have in their life and not be resentful. As for the comments to the left, your visitor is right. You are a very beautiful person who happens to have a beautiful soul as well. Love ya!


posted by: mahabarath (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (3:06 am)

i think you are pretty too


posted by: newbie (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:49 am)

inside n out

=)

i keep staring at the top left.. above the bike.. nuzzling.. those two.. wolves... so warm


posted by: newbie (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (11:33 am)

fields of gold

wicked gamez

hehe... *hugs*.

its the musemotionalisation of the blogizmology.


posted by: jennirae269 (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (12:07 pm)

You are right...it is the simple things that make life worth living. An off hand compliment where none is expected....a ray of sunshine....a sight...a smell...how often we forget about the simple things in the hectic lives we live. I need to go to the beach and remember the simple things. I have gotten too caught up in the rush. Sigh.


posted by: altricial (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (6:14 pm)

Pretty? You're beautiful! And not just the wrapper.


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:34 pm)

Reply to: Dariana
*goes pink* thank you :) tis true..sometimes we end up taking everything for granted, don't we?


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:35 pm)

Reply to: mahabarath
Ta e =)


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:35 pm)

Reply to: newbie
Very, very warm. :) Lets run.


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:35 pm)

Reply to: newbie
*nodnod* tis is!


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:36 pm)

Reply to: jennirae269
Tis good, take a break :) you deserve it..a walk to gather ones thoughts. Apparently sand is good. like sandtherapy for the mind. Pfft...now i want to go to the beach too..


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.15.04 (10:36 pm)

Reply to: altricial
*grin* Thank you =)


posted by: hiphopbabe (reply)
post date: 12.16.04 (9:37 am)

your story and advice was really great, i did exactly wot u said and complemented nearly everyone i saw and knew. not only did it make me feel great that i had made these people feel good about themselves, but i received compliments myself, great advice and i think everyone should definitely try it! thank-you


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.17.04 (1:59 am)

Reply to: Anastacia
*smile* Thanks!


posted by: VodkaB (reply)
post date: 12.17.04 (1:59 am)

Reply to: hiphopbabe
*nodnod* it feels good doesn't it :) the little things in life to make people smile. *hug* thanks for dropping by!

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