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Despite
the chill in the air, the sun is bright and warm. As I look past the French
window in our dining room, I cannot help but admire the sight of these sporadic
visitors—parrots—squawking around as if they are celebrating the season. I see
them everywhere in the afternoons: in our garden, under the roof tiles, or just fleeting
about. Then there are these small birds—I’m no ornithologist and I’m not
exactly sure, but I think they are sparrows—perched on my frangipani tree with their cheep and chirrup notes that sound like a happy
melody. I could let my whole day slip away peacefully, finding inspiration just
about anywhere I look, enjoying the simple pleasures of life. Sometimes it is
the wonder of a bright blue winter sky studded with clouds—mind you, clouds are
not a regular sight in Qatar. Or, the sudden downpour of rain... fresh blooms in
the garden... fallen leaves fluttering in the wind... Sights that we often take for
granted, or go unnoticed when we don’t have the time. I revel in the beauty of
these little, little scenes before me.
It
inspires me, lifts my spirit and makes me live in the present.
