Shiva (@Shiva49) on myLot

Always smiling @allknowing (107824) • India 23h

First it was my husband's passion to take photographs no matter where we were invited. Starting with he owned a Yashika D - black and white followed by several others until the digital world took over. Whenever guests arrived...

photo albums

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Shiva Lovely photo. Yes, no one takes more than a cursory look at photos nowadays. I have many a photo album that is stacked away as they do not interest anyone.

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Kharla Jolly @kobesbuddy (156546) • East Tawas, Michigan 30 Nov

I was pleased to find out, that I've submitted 203 online articles. No, that's not a great accomplishment, but for me this represents a lot of hard work. Some online authors have written more than this, in a year's time. Myself,...

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Shiva Your writing is in demand going by more work coming your way. It is not easy by any means and is the reward for your commitment and efforts. Congratulations.

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Kharla Jolly @kobesbuddy (156546) • East Tawas, Michigan 29 Nov

There were personal things that Jay and I really needed to talk about. Those issues were from the past, misconceptions and we both needed full enlightenment. As the conversation was going on, my husband listened intently to...

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Shiva That is not easy as we tend to sweep the hurts and misunderstandings under the carpet, so to say. Happy that you both are feeling much better now.

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CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 29 Nov

Have been watching the weather today. Snapped a photo of the dark clouds from the deck this afternoon. Thunderstorms arrived around 3:pm. Middle Tennessee has a strong cold front passing through now. Tomorrow will only be in the...

clouds

thunderstorms

weather

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Shiva That looks menacing. Hope it passed off without causing damage.

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Steve Marshall @innertalks (17609) • Australia 25 Nov

The old Zen master, Gridl Zerboski, was way too old to be riding a bicycle, but when one of his students was seen by him riding one, he said to his student: "I am 73 now, and I have never ever ridden a bicycle. Perhaps you...

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Shiva @innertalks Yes, the mere sight of a few can make us miss/skip a heartbeat! I recall once I took a u-turn upon seeing a "friend" from afar. It was an involuntary reaction!

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Steve Marshall @innertalks (17609) • Australia 28 Nov

The Zen master, Joshura Zerbroski, walked past the pond, where his student was washing his feet, and he said. "Two feet, one pool." The student looked up, and smiled back at the master, replying: [b]"Duality walks on two...

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Shiva @innertalks Sadly, we tend to have a closed mind to shut off others. The ego is the spoiler. We can all learn from each other thereby enriching our lives and also becoming more compassionate and forgiving.

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Kharla Jolly @kobesbuddy (156546) • East Tawas, Michigan 28 Nov

I was so happy to be asked if I wanted to hold our new grandchild. He is absolutely beautiful and never closed his eyes for one minuteHe was looking all over the place, for the entire time we were visiting! Caitlin...

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Shiva The arrival of a baby signifies hope but with challenges too. I am always so happy to see the future unfolding as each generation refreshes our thinking and approach. I share in your joy.

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Shiva @Shiva49 (25255) • Singapore 8 Nov

After being born here, we have to adapt, which applies to all other species, including trees, plants, etc. Right from my younger days, I recall hope and cynicism have been alternating. I don’t suppress the latter as it looks...

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Shiva When we lose all hope, then our life is over. There is always a glimmer of hope even in the darkest of times. I have found the worst setbacks are soon behind us, so we should not lose hope.

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Shiva @Shiva49 (25255) • Singapore 5 Nov

One of our biggest enemies is Intolerance. That approach has bedeviled us right from time immemorial. All wars can be attributed to Intolerance including the present one that threatens to go out of control. Imposing one’s will on...

intolerance

freedom of choice

sword of democles

live and let others live

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Shiva Yes, it is the same in most countries - people living with endless hurts, some imaginary. The reality of those times was different. Let us move on.

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Shiva @Shiva49 (25255) • Singapore 5 Nov

One of our biggest enemies is Intolerance. That approach has bedeviled us right from time immemorial. All wars can be attributed to Intolerance including the present one that threatens to go out of control. Imposing one’s will on...

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Shiva Yes, carrying the baggage of the past will only perpetuate the hurts and injustices, Then it will be endless tit for tat. Let us break free and write a fresh chapter based on mutual respect by treating others as we like to be treated.

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Neil @Neil43 (2234) 27 Nov

I have been so worried because last Thursday I accidentally spilled coffee on my laptop on my way home. I tried turning it on while on board and when I got home. However, it didn't seem to work well aside from the fact that the...

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Shiva @Neil43 That is with reference to your last line: "My boyfriend, by the way, is like that milk for my coffee. He just makes my day complete." He is a true friend while you are in need.

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Steve Marshall @innertalks (17609) • Australia 28 Nov

The Zen master, Joshura Zerbroski, walked past the pond, where his student was washing his feet, and he said. "Two feet, one pool." The student looked up, and smiled back at the master, replying: [b]"Duality walks on two...

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Shiva The Zen master and his student have a relationship of mutual respect to feeding off each other. That approach enriches them with their wholesome repartees.

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Steve Marshall @innertalks (17609) • Australia 25 Nov

The old Zen master, Gridl Zerboski, was way too old to be riding a bicycle, but when one of his students was seen by him riding one, he said to his student: "I am 73 now, and I have never ever ridden a bicycle. Perhaps you...

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Shiva @innertalks Finding a workplace where others do not add to the stress has eluded me. I could handle outsiders but colleagues were a handful.

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Steve Marshall @innertalks (17609) • Australia 28 Nov

The experience of life is not the same as life, as many things lie behind life, that experience can never touch. These are the intangible truths, felt in your heart, but never experienced by your mind, body, or soul...

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Shiva @innertalks It is a fine balancing act. It can be like a mother's love as she loves all her children equally. Of course, our creator has set the perfect example of par excellence.

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Neil @Neil43 (2234) 27 Nov

I have been so worried because last Thursday I accidentally spilled coffee on my laptop on my way home. I tried turning it on while on board and when I got home. However, it didn't seem to work well aside from the fact that the...

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Shiva Yes, a friend in need is a friend indeed Good that your laptop works all right.

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Shiva @Shiva49 (25255) • Singapore 8 Nov

After being born here, we have to adapt, which applies to all other species, including trees, plants, etc. Right from my younger days, I recall hope and cynicism have been alternating. I don’t suppress the latter as it looks...

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Shiva Yes, we face challenges from birth to death. They cannot be wished away.

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Neil @Neil43 (2234) 28 Nov

In the next two weeks, there will be a lot of bills to deal with including my house rental here in Jeddah. Plus, I am trying to help my family problem. I still have a few days left to do something to resolve things. Phew! I...

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Shiva Not an easy situation to be in. I hope you will find a way out. Once I started working, I made it a point to save and I would have done it every year for the forty years I had worked.

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Jenaisle @Jenaisle (7009) • Philippines 27 Nov

How would you react if someone online publicly accuses you of something trivial that you have not done? Would you react online too? Or would you send a private message pointing out her mistake? Perhaps, you would like to sue her...

online interaction

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Shiva I would explain to clear the misunderstanding online. That would be straightforward

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CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 27 Nov

Unplugging is a good thing to do from time to time. Unplug the computer. Unplug our minds. That is what I have done for a few days. And I have enjoyed the time away. Enjoying the little things in life as always. A sunset from the...

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Shiva Attitude matters and it determines our altitude in terms of happiness and contentment. I have unplugged from working life for a few years and I want to enjoy the time left on this beautiful real estate! You have a lovely view from your deck.

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Steve Marshall @innertalks (17609) • Australia 28 Nov

The experience of life is not the same as life, as many things lie behind life, that experience can never touch. These are the intangible truths, felt in your heart, but never experienced by your mind, body, or soul...

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Shiva Experience can lead us to the truth and what life is about. However, we tend to make the impact of experience superficial without connecting it to the heart. Experience does play a part but we need to listen to the inner knowing too.

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