Like A Teapot

It has recently struck me that some people have very poor ability to handle uncertainty. They not only easily stress themselves out but also inadvertently disturb the peace of those around them. I myself, I am proud to say, am head and shoulders above these people, in this area. It takes practice, I guess. My life experiences are far broader than most of those I have come in contact with; in numerous times on different continents under various regimes, I have found myself in trying situations where uncertainty abound and only courage, dexterity, and perseverance could save and reward me. But perhaps their disposition prevents them from living an adventurous life in the first place.

They are both convinced
That a sudden passion joined them
Such certainty is beautiful
But the uncertainty is more beautiful still

Wislawa Szymborska
"Love At First Sight"

I feel that the word "random" has been grossly overused by youngsters these days, especially in blogs. Unfortunately, I have to use it here. At least I don't have a single word "Ramdom" as my post's title.

A. Spice

I've just had a fantastic meal, which I cooked myself. Once again, I feel that spice is all important. I am glad that I am naturally intuitive of what to use when (my mother is not like this). I'd always like to have, among other things, ginger, garlic, and cooking wine ready and within reach.

B. My bed

My bed is my best friend. People often under-estimate the utility of sleep; I don't. And I'm getting the full benefit of sleeping and dreaming. Latest scientific research on the human brain aided by neuro-imaging has revealled and proven much. I am a typical Aquarian whose mind is always active and I need all the sleep and dreaming time I can get.

C. When to clean

When someone feels the impulse to clean up his/her own immediate environment is interesting. I am quite like my father: we would appear lazy for a long time and then suddenly spring into action - to clean up thoroughly and energetically. Where does this energy come from? I know that when we are happy we are more likely to clean up, do chores, and decorate. But it also appears that there is something else that prompts us, which has nothing to do with outward necessity, like having visitors.

D. "Life's like a box of chocolate; you never know what you're gonna get."

Boy, was I mad every time I heard that one! Life is not freaking like a box of chocolate! Life is like an expensive box of chocolate! With a cheap box, you always know what you're gonna get! At least I do! See that fancy box that compulsive talker Forest Gump placed on his knees? That's one expensive box, I tell you, with a gigantic pink ribbon and all.

E. The great American puzzle

My friend Pure Musk is not updating his blog, so I surveyed the Google ads on his page. He seems to have been quite lucky lately. The following are two of the three ads that have appeared on his page today. They are basically the same. But why do they call Italian American singles "Italian American Food" while beautiful Chinese ladies are simply "Asian Girls"?

Asian Girls for Dating
Beautiful Chinese ladies seek men for love and marriage. Join free!
www.chnlove.com

Italian American Food
Free to Join. 1000's of pictures of Beautiful Italian American Singles
www.ItalianPeopleMeet.com