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Friday, July 18, 2008

My friend, Paul

Where do we come from? What are we? Where are we going?

I don't know what more I could add to this sentiment, also the title of this beautiful painting. I find it comforting that a man who lived from 1848 - 1903 had the same questions that we do today.

Circumstances of life have definitely changed. But whenever I find myself about to become unglued, I remind myself not to sweat the small stuff, and basically, except for a couple of very specific tragedies, it is all small stuff.

As a side note, Paul Gauguin thought this painting his masterpiece and he resolved to commit suicide at its completion. Fortunately, he was unable to accomplish his own demise. Life is really too good to pass up! Enjoy yours. Paul went on to live another 7 years after this painting was completed.

Have another beautiful day in Paradise!

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1 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

sue-san, i have a friend from jamaica,she is not wealthy, sometimes life is a struggle, and her cell phone message is 'what a beautiful day to be alive', sometimes i call her number just to hear this and be reminded...

July 18, 2008 10:29 PM  

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