What I believe.....

“We have to dare to be ourselves, however frightening or strange that self may prove to be.” 
― May Sarton

And it came to pass

My little man

“Sometimes people are beautiful.
Not in looks.
Not in what they say.
Just in what they are.” 
― Markus Zusak, I am the Messenger

Dr. K

“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and to endure the betrayal of false friends. To appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” 
― Ralph Waldo Emerson


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24 going on 90

This is what is currently on my mind.

1) I am in love with my nephew- He is such a happy baby and he makes me smile
2) I would like to wrap anything to do with varsity up in the next two years with two published articles in credited journals. 

3) It's time I get a job- a real job 

4) I hate being told what to do 

5) I would love a puppy 

6 ) I need new running shoes, the ones I like are a little pricey 

7) I am glad I got the opportunity to organize a conference 

8) I am ready for a change, something exciting and fun

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We went to the zoo

My friend Lune and I went to a zoo :) All I could think about was how much I do not like animals in captivity and the movie "We bought a zoo". I must say, I have not seen the movie but the visit has caused me to want to eagerly raid a DVD shop in search of it. On the zoo visit part, I liked it, but I was disappointed not to see any giraffes (my favourite animal) but the highlight was the leopards (I was in awe). In the back of my mind, I could not help but think what a beautiful coat they would make (I must admit this mentally is absolutely WRONG!!! I want my unborn twins to one day see them so I should stop thinking like this).

There was this baboon who was standing on the tower who in my view represented solitude and peace. I was absolutely in love. This reminded me of my childhood dream of wanting to be a vet and my desire to look after animals and care for nature. So, in the spirit of my birthday month and beyond, I will do my utmost best to be environmentally responsible and to encourage others to stop killing wild animals.

(images from my camera)