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Category: Random Things

Snippets of information about what’s happening in my world. As well as other creative pursuits, shining a spotlight on other creatives, and so on.

Random Things

The Truth

Posted on 11/15/2019 by Khaya Ronkainen

1. On Being in the Moment “The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh 2. “For the rain...

Random Things

November

Posted on 11/08/2019 by Khaya Ronkainen

“November always seems to me the Norway of the year.” ~ Emily Dickinson I don’t know what Dickinson meant with this quote above. What I know is ...

Random Things

Restlessness

Posted on 10/25/2019 by Khaya Ronkainen

1. Poetry is everywhere All you have to do is to step aside and marvel at the beauty around you. 2. Inspired One of the South African writers I read, Cornelia F...

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