Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
Oil painting on canvas
According to St. Augustine, "the very perfection of a man is to find out his own imperfection".
Yes, perfection is a slow process and it requires the hand of time. Perfection in everything is almost unattainable but what's the harm to aim at it, rather being lazy and despondent?I think whatever we do, no matter big or small, we must try to do it perfectly. No matter where our interest lies, be it writing, reading, dancing , singing, playing or painting we should do it wholeheartedly, sincerely and with utmost dedication in order to be perfect at it. A great deal of joy in life consists in doing things perfectly or, at least to the best of one's ability. There is a sense of satisfaction, a pride in doing such a work which is rounded, full, exact and complete in all parts. Thus, even a small thing well done becomes artistic...
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Seasons of Life
The seasons of our life transform from good to bad and vice versa. Good season includes both inner satisfaction and outer success while a bad season is of anxiety, with failure and disappointment. A 'good' season is not always paradisal and a 'bad' season is either not too hellish. The transition period between good and bad determines our ability to cope up with circumstances.
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