January 2010
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“I will govern my life and thoughts as if the whole world were to see the one and...”
– Lucius Annaeus Seneca
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To Die For Love
Many years ago, I lost a dear friend to love. He was a talented, bright young man. As the story goes, he fell in love. But his family did not accept the object of his affection. So, he committed suicide. At the time, I was angry that he killed himself. I could not understand why he did not just elope. Today, I remembered my friend and I ask: What is it about love that drives people...
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I will cry!
The first question a lady who “friended” me on Facebook asked me was the meaning of my name. Have no fear, hold on to your heritage! I replied. She told me that Mafoya meant: I will cry - in her language.
It is quite interesting how the same words have completely different meanings in other languages. According to Webster’s Online Dictionnary, Mafoya means feathers or fur in...
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The Book of Eli
Stumbling to move forward, I will get lost to find the way. But in reaching my destination, I will appreciate the journey. Confident that the Maker will direct my path. For, you don’t miss your water until the well runs dry. A heart of prayer for companionship and faith as my shield. I will stay on the straight and narrow. For, there is no distance without an edge. Reading from the book of...
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New Year's Eve & That Darn Cat
I spent New Year’s eve at a recently married couple’s home and it was a blast. However, when their cat jumped on my lap, I nearly had a cardiac arrest. First of all, I am not really a cat person but I love animals especially dogs so I tolerate cats.
But this particular cat would hide under the table, lie in wait, jump on my lap without warning, and when I least expected it. The first...
“I will seek elegance rather than luxury, refinement rather than fashion. I will...”
– William Ellery Channing 