Deaf Beethoven

I thought about the incredible dedication Beethoven had to keep composing even as his hearing gradually decayed, even as he slowly sank deeper and deeper into a world of silence. In silence, his world shattered by fate’s decree, Beethoven stood amidst a realm of soundless plea, Yet undeterred, he embarked on a relentless flight, A … Read more

Child time & adult time

oil painting of man and child walking on the beach

The child and the adult, they both have time. But the way they treat it is different. The child, she plays with it like a toy. She doesn’t care about time. She wants what she wants now. She doesn’t understand why she has to wait. But the adult, he knows the value of time. He … Read more

Ritual vs routine

A ritual and a routine are two different things, although they may share some similarities. A routine is a set of actions or behaviors that are performed regularly, often on a daily or weekly basis. Routines are typically practical and functional, and may be performed to achieve a specific goal or to maintain order in … Read more