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Harness the curiosity of life…

25 Monday Mar 2013

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arabella Golf course, Growth, lent, march, Occupy all, social butterfly, society


I have an absolute gem of a blog entry for you all today. The past three months have seen me take a new approach which is going relatively well. Positive energy attracts positive energy I always say.

I was having a casual chat with a very good friend  online. The usual office instant messaging to kill time. What ensued was a mind-blowing conversation that graced my Google chat. This person who might want to remain anonymous has such a beautiful mind and has always been very influential in most of my decisions as an adult. So to really showcase the wealth of knowledge this person possesses, I have decided to copy and paste parts of the conversation for all to see. I will not edit nor will I change a word.

Disclaimer; It’s gonna sound like a whole lot of mumbo jumbo, but stay with me.
So a while back I realised it was one thing to be having negative things happening to you and another thing to just entertain negative things – ie thoughts, people, etc.

After an internal audit of my internal dialogue, I realise that things had to change. You see, your internal dialogue impacts your belief system directly ie. Always thinking you ain’t sh*t will eventually make you end up believing you ain’t shit. The only way to correct both is to change your daily internal dialogue and that’s were daily affirmations come in.
You know the whole “you attract what you think, say and do”, well that’s what daily affirmations help with. Eventually, you repeat them so often that your subconscious believes they are solid beliefs and wah-lah, more positivity etc.

Obviously, this doesn’t work by itself . I realised in general I had to be more mindful about what and who I spend my time on. For example: Twitter has become a cess-pit for nonsense people and their antics, my hiatus during Lent made me realise that to a certain level it was feeding negativity towards me. When I get back on, there is going to be a mass culling session and less time spent on it. Same goes for who I spend my time with, I used to be such a social butterfly – anywhere and everywhere. Nope, that’s not happening anymore. I guess it’s just being more mindful of where I contribute my energies and what energy I’m on the receiving end of.

Ladies and Gentlemen,I honestly feel like I shouldn’t add anymore out of fear of ruining what are some very wise and insightful words.

Harness the curiosity of life… Live… Occupy ALL STREETS…

This is the 12th Hole at Arabella Golf course, Capetown.  Embrace life and celebrate your achievements. Happy Birthday to all March babies.

Over n’ Out…

14 Thursday Feb 2013

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This is so simple but so relevant. BeYOUtiful…

A Letter To My Unborn Son…

19 Thursday Jul 2012

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Africa, Health, malbec, Online Writing, pounding Grape, Romance, Shopping, Southern Africa, Stop-time, Video Games


Dear Son,

A Moment like this ….

To share a moment like this….

To be in love and share a moment like this.

To let go of all worldly woes and embrace the feelings that come with sharing a moment like this….

The mind and heart can stop all time and store a moment like this.

La Chaim to all that are blessed enough to have a partner you can share a moment like this with.

Hold onto that moment because as fate would have it, time waits for nobody and before you know it..

So what would you give….Just for one more moment.

Hold on and never ever let go of the moment… Very seldom do you get to experience everything falling into place for a moment like this…

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

Your loving father…

Sometimes……

15 Sunday Jul 2012

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Children, Mama, Matter, Raphael Saadiq, Recreation, Shopping, Sometimes, Soul, Sunday, United States, Yes (band)


Let me tell you about my day
Its such a very long day
It started around 7
And I can hear her pray 
That is why I love Sunday mornings
even when it was cold
There Always something burning 
That was good for my soul
As I walk through the yard
I can feel your presence
Giving me the time of my life 
and showering me with life’s lessons
Now I know what they mean 
when they say keep your head to sky
And Don’t be to quick to fit in
and don’t feel you have to try
This road is strange so strange it is 
you know it really hurts inside sometimes (sometimes)
No matter how good you are to people you know
theyill make you cry sometimes (sometimes)
I am so proud people see the young man I came to be
With lifelong struggles you kept a smile on my face
And as I am looking all around me 
I say how can I ever repay you?
Mama was worth more than gold
And She always tried to tell me 
This road is strange so strange so strange my dear
you know it really hurts inside yeah 
No matter how good you are to people you know
theyll make you cry sometimes yeah 

There have been a few days when people truly let me down
And said crucial things just to bring me down
And they will rob beg and cheat just for the own self motives and greed
But I guess it ain’t nothing knew 
Just something I got to go through
This road is strange so strange so strange it s you know it really hurts sometimes 
No matter how good you are to people you know theyll make you cry sometimes  
Now how much more can I take before I shot to kill 
Don’t let them mess with your heart because what you feel is very real
You know it makes me cry sometimes baby 
Yes it does
Out of all the days and all the stories you taught me about it you know it still hurts inside sometimes
I go through life with my hands in the air saying oh Lord help me there whoa it hurts sometimes
It hurts sometimes baby nobody can tell me he better than you 
About these thing I go through it hurt sometimes baby sometimes


Words from the very talented grammy nominated Raphael Saadiq from the single “Sometimes” . I thought these lyrics were fitting for how I felt this Sunday morning. Good music still lives, embrace life and soldier on through all the adversities. Let us not lose focus on what is really important and get swallowed up by the worldly things. Be the very best version of you.

Christmas List…

10 Tuesday Jul 2012

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It’s officially half the year gone and I have started my Christmas list. I normally never ever EVER do this but this year I decided to spoil myself a little and start making plans to get what I WANT.. So first on the list is: *drum roll please*

The Nikon D300.. M’yesh… Now not only is this fancy as can be but costs a pretty darn penny. I shall not be discouraged though because my heart is set on getting this little toy for myself. I decided a few months ago that I would like to take more pictures. Not just any pictures.. (Nothing against those people that take pictures in bathrooms across the world and post them on social networking sites) … I want to take pictures that last forever. Pictures that capture what I am feeling at the time. My mental pictures of moments should now be documented… So let this 10th day of July in the year of our lord 2012 be a  declaration of my wish to add this amazing camera to my christmas list.

For all those that fancy giving it a go and making my whole year… It retails at  1,100 pound sterling. I am sure as the year goes by and I do more research, I will find a more affordable replacement but as it stands…. THIS IS WHAT I WANT…

Dear Santa,

I didn’t get my red BMX bike in 1995 so the very least you can do is DELIVER this with a bottle of wine.

Kind Regards,

me…

Aside

Jazz …

05 Thursday Jul 2012

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African, Arts and Entertainment, Black people, Duke Ellington, Ethnicity, Jazz, Lusaka, Music of Africa, Nat King Cole, New Orleans, Restaurant, The Mist, The Misty, The Misty Jazz, United States, Wine, Zambia


One of the oldest forms of music which originated from the black community in the United States. It is a mix of European and African music influences. I don’t really need to tell you about the history but feel its imperative that I highlight the influence jazz has had worldwide.

A little place in Lusaka, Zambia which is by far one of the most beautiful new establishments to grace the Lusaka nightlife. In the heart of Levy junction mall lies a gorgeous restaurant and live jazz bar. Dressed with extravagant chandeliers, art work from jazz icons of our time, shiny cutlery and an ambiance Duke Ellington would be proud of himself.

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The Misty live Jazz and Restaurant is by far the Jazz enthusiasts ideal night out. Fine dining at its best with an extraordinarily dapper staff. The management went to great lengths to ensure every aspect of a lavish establishment was taken into consideration.

 

It wouldn’t be fair if I didn’t talk about their extensive wine list. For all ye that enjoy the occasional glass of wine, this is the place for you. Wine,Jazz and fine dining.

If you are ever in the area, please give the place a visit.

http://www.themisty.co.zm/prelaunch/news/

For more details, please refer to the website above. 

Pounding Grape

29 Friday Jun 2012

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cougar town, Drink, Food, Grape, malbec, pounding Grape, Recreation, South America, Viticulture, Wine


Lord knows I pound grape….. For those that dont know what pounding Grape is… Well,this is the consumption of copious amounts of wine on a regular basis. Now, not just any kind of wine.

A particular vintage of your choice. During my postgraduate days, I became quite acquainted with a particular South American grape called Malbec. This changed my life forever.

This wine goes with any mood, food and crowd you are around. Now, I wont get into the details but woooOoooo…. Happy Friday and take care of yourselves and each other…

Whats your favourite wine?

Wilson’s Prom…

27 Wednesday Jun 2012

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Australia, beaches, Gippsland, Greater Melbourne, melbourne, monster waves, Oceania, surfing, Time in Australia, Victoria, waves, Wilson


A few years back when I had lots of energy and my metabolism was super fast I took a journey to the most southern tip of Victoria, Australia which  would change my life forever. About a 4 hour drive South of Melbourne lies Wilson’s Promontory aka Wilson’s Prom. By far the most beautiful place I have ever seen.

A little utopia called Whisky Bay would be my home for about 48 hours.

I am actually going to break RULE NUMERO UNO of my blog: Nothing personal/No personal info but i have to share this with the world.

Breathtaking ...

Surf Club

 

A must see if you are ever in  that part of the world.

When Harry met Sally….

27 Wednesday Jun 2012

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I am on a roll with these classic romantic comedies … This particular entry  may have a few references from the movie but will ultimately focus on male and female friendships. “The platonic relationship” … This topic was inspired by a fellow blogger who planted the idea in my noodle….

Can men and women really just be friends only? Can we go against the laws of attraction and cohabitate? I have heard of a lot of relationships that fall prey to the horrible phenomenon of “the guy friend” or “the female friend”… We are just really close and he has known me for a long time. Well, the truth is nobody in their right mind will ever be comfortable with their partner having a close friend of the opposite sex.

A little article I read in the New Yorker about a certain young man who befriends this gorgeous young lady at his workplace. They maintain a healthy work relationship until he starts to notice little things like her exceedingly long hair and how she smirks. The story unfolds and he finds himself absolutely smitten by her charm and wit.

For as long as I can remember I have always asked people around me this question. Can guys and girls be friends ONLY?? Can we?

Harry met Sally and struggled to keep a platonic relationship out of fear of ruining their great friendship.

Harry: You realize of course that we could never be friends.

Sally: Why not?

Harry: What I’m saying is — and this is not a come-on in any way, shape or form — is that men and women can’t be friends because the sex part always gets in the way.

Sally: That’s not true. I have a number of men friends and there is no sex involved.

Harry: No you don’t.

Sally: Yes I do.

Harry: No you don’t.

Sally: Yes I do.

Harry: You only think you do.

Sally: You say I’m having sex with these men without my knowledge?

Harry: No, what I’m saying is they all want to have sex with you.

Sally: They do not.

Harry: Do too.

Sally: They do not.

Harry: Do too.

Sally: How do you know?

Harry: Because no man can be friends with a woman that he finds attractive. He always wants to have sex with her.

Sally: So you’re saying that a man can be friends with a woman he finds unattractive?

Harry: No, you pretty much want to nail ’em too.

Sally: What if they don’t want to have sex with you?

Harry: Doesn’t matter because the sex thing is already out there so the friendship is ultimately doomed and that is the end of the story.

Sally: Well, I guess we’re not going to be friends then.

Harry: Guess not.

Sally: That’s too bad. You were the only person that I knew in New York.

Without spoiling it for those that have not watched the movie I shall stop here..

So dear friends of the blogsphere, I pose the same question to all of you…. Is there such a thing as a platonic relationship?

R.I.P Norah Ephron-  screenwritter of When Harry met Sally

Sartorial Excellence…..

15 Friday Jun 2012

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SUIT UP…!

That perfect suit really says a lot about a man.

 

 

 

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