When you're different, sometimes you don't see the millions of people who accept you for what you are. All you notice is the person who doesn't. --- Jodi Picoult, Change of Heart
Quote of the day
All praise and adoration is due to the almighty. The beginning and the end.
It's another wonderful time again, sitting here on my couch of the century (I think you guys deserves to see my couch soon). Time to bring forth another of my combined daily #ulog and #gratitudeday post.
What is #Ulog?
#Ulog is a @surpassinggoogle's intitiative, encouraging everyone to write daily about their experiences. It's a platform to write about great moments in our daily life. You'll be able to engage wonderful people on the platform and share what you've just learnt, unlearn or an event happening around you.
What about #gratitudeday?
#Gratitudeday is a @tojukaka initiative. A motivation for everyone to appreciate and thank God for his mercy and blessings.
The day was amazing and great. Although it came with mixed feelings. Yesterday was rain free and gave me access to work on my cloth weaving project.
My Local Cloth Weaving Machine Setup
Well, I had hope it (rain free day) will continue today but God's plan was different. The day started with rainfall (light showers though) so I had to stay put and use the opportunity to reply messages on my #steemit blog. I also read some interesting articles, wish I had more steempower(SP) I found great people who need to get rewarded for their amazing posts.
Few hours later, the rain stopped. I set out for work and made great progress. Spent few hours inbetween relaxing, took lunch, attend to some chores.
The cloth weaving project requires a lots of sitting time and I felt mild pains at my lower back, been awhile I guess. I continued work hoping to work till sunset but it wouldn't be so as the rain came back stronger this time around. I retired for the day.
Is that all?? 😂😂😂 Yeah.
Time for some reflections on the quote of the day...
Life is so simple yet complicated. It will interest you how man as a being act or behave sometimes.
Here's Mr. A, he's loved by all but Mr. B, who is his neighbor. Mr. B sees him everyday, knows him in and out, therefore he's to him just as ordinary as every one esle in the community.
Mr. A, although loved by others which could have invalidate whatever respect he wants from Mr. B, he still seeks ways to cajole or convince Mr. B to show him respect. How so? It's in the nature of man to find what's not lost.
When he walks out of his door and everyone greets him with loud voices, All he hears is the silence of Mr. B. When he's celebrating and people come from all over the world, all he notice is the absence of Mr. B.
Why? Share your thoughts on this in the comment box below.
I'll leave you with this random thought:
Do not forget, every decision you make will bring forth a reward or a consequence! You can never go back and undo a choice once it is made. Therefore, it is very important to THINK before you act. One bad decision can affect the course of your life. Be patient! Be careful! Be wise!
Hello. I'm Mr. A. Preparing for my daily stroll through my familiar neighborhood where I have resided since childhood.
It rained earlier, everything is fresh.
I nod to Mr. B . from down the hall on my way out. As usual, I feel like I am bothering him. I get no more than brief eye contact each time I approach Mr. B.
I am greeted with open, friendly smiles from there. Briefly my thoughts turn to Mr. B. Wondering if I had unknowingly done something to offend him. No, everybody likes me, I dismiss his attitude as envy.
Returning home, unlocking the door I cannot help but glance towards Mr B,'s door. Not sure why.
I continue with my day. Who cares about Mr. B. Everybody else likes me.
Let me know if this will work. Hoping we are on the same page! Feel free to correct spelling, grammer, punctuation so we stay semi-professional.
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I'm Mr. B, this is my neighborhood. I moved here 15 years ago. It's a relatively calm environment, I like it here, we have great and loving people around.
The rain stopped few hours ago and there's a ray of sunshine trying to shoot out.
Here I am, standing at my balcony. My neighbor, Mr. A just walked past nodding his head, to me I guess. I don't understand what he wants, his attitude towards me is kind of different from others, does he want something?
He was born here, so he knows everyone and people have said alot about him being a great man. I love that about him. I think we are cool. But his exaggerated attitude towards me is what I don't understand.
I don't do deep level kind of neighbors relationship, I like my space. Might be what he wants!
I'm not bothered. We should all enjoy our space.
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It has been unseasonably warm the last couple weeks so I have not been taking my regular strolls regurlarly. Today is much cooler and am looking forward to going out.
I notice an impromptu neighborhood chat forming in our shared garden centered between buildings. Decided to join.
As I neared I heard the familiar voices, some calling out greetings. A long time friend, Ms. C., says in jest "Here comes The Man of the Neighborhood, Mr. A.!" Suddenly I hear an unfamiliar voice saying "Good afternoon, Mr. A.". As I scanned the group I recognized Mr. B. who simply gave me a nod and the beginning of a grin.
I offered in return a look in the eye and a friendly smile. He must just be a guy who likes his space. Today his space includes his neighbors.
I think we are cool.
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Today, I decided to be different. A man has decided to act like a child looking at his mother for love and validation so I have to compromise a little for him.
Mr. A, although we rarely see for some weeks now has been the same the few times we saw each other. Exaggerated attitude and smile!
You need to see how shocked he was today! 😁 We were having a neighborhood chat at the garden centered between buildings.
As he approached us where we are, greetings flew from left, right and centre but I saw as he scanned the crowd. I knew he was looking for me, so before he found me I said "Good Afternoon, Mr. A".
He had his eye fixed on me and smiled. I think he's happy now, he got the validation he wanted.
Somehow! Good for him.
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The season for walking is coming to an end. Chilly, damp, unwelcoming outside.
I bundled up for what might be my last jaunt. Ms. C. was hurrying in from the store. I held the door and spoke as usual. She mentioned Mr. B. had had an operation and was slowly recuperating. She had stopped in to keep him company.
Hmmm. Maybe that is why I hadn't noticed him out recently. Or is it? Now that I think back, I haven't been looking for him like I used to. Ever since I felt I understood him, his presence, or lack of tecognition seems to have become unnoticeable. Interesting..
The winter months are long and I develope cabin fever rather quickly. Mr. B. is confined.
Maybe one day soon I will stroll down the hall and knock on Mr. B.'s door. I am sure he has lots of people to keep him company. I understand from Mama D in Apt E, Mr B. Is quite liked. I will stop in to assure he knows I always do the neighborly thing.
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What will be the best way to get this master piece posted as a finished composition? When it is finished! Let me know when you want to wrap it up. Hoping to have a complete story. I tend to get carried away. Lol
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Whatever season it was outside, I can't tell. I have lost track of time.
I just had a successful surgery and I'm back home recuperating. Did I forget to mention how wonderful and amazing the people in my neighborhood are.
Ooh! They come in and out, with wishes of quick recovery. It's overwhelming the love I'm getting from everyone.
Ms. C told me about Mr. A asking about me. I laughed so hard. She wouldn't understand why. I haven't seen Mr. A in awhile, infact I only saw him once, after I decided to compromise.
I guess I was right afterall, he just wants attention from me like everyone else is giving. He got it, good for him.
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In all honesty, I don't how or where this is leading to. 😁 I'm just enjoying myself writing and following the story line. I see it as two men reporting to a counselor/someone to help them settle an issue.
Are you on discord?? Let's chat there.
I'm @lightoj#7019 on discord.
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Not on discord. I also wanted to mention the Jodi Picoult quote. Have read two of her books. Different, I will try another. Not familiar with her quotes.
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It is thawing once again, finally. I am ready to get out but the drizzle and wind is hanging in there today. Stuck inside looking out. The whole buildimg is quiet.
Soon I hear cheerful voices drifting through my door. I can tell they stopped at Mr. B's door.
Mr. B. has been well, fully up and about after surgery. These people are visiting for fun.
Bored or curious or both I boldly decided to knock and invite myself. I'm Mr. A. and I am sure all would enjoy if I joined.
And we all did enjoy. I forgot I was at Mr. B.'s. Very nice afternoon.
Seems Mr. B. and I don't need to know much more than we basically like each other.
Now I can't recall why we took such a long time to find this out.
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There's absolutely no problem at all, if after failing or falling short you want to try again. I believe with respect and genuine feelings we can create an atmosphere of peace devoid of any doubts.
I'm full back in shape now. But for the fun of it, I stayed in bed to surprise my neighbours who visits. So when I noticed we have a large crowd in my apartment, I stood and walked majestically.
The joy and happiness on these people's faces, I'll never forget. The excitement, the screaming, the whistling and jumping that follows was just as expected, even more. I feel grateful for these people, they are wonderful and amazing.
Look who's here Mr. A. I welcomed him and ensured he doesn't feel out of place, we all had an amazing afternoon. Everyone was happy!
I guess, he trashed out his ego.
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Think this is a good moment to end it? I don't know. Maybe there's no ending afterall.
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This post was found via curation Thursday by @airclinic
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Thanks
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@Lightoj, thank you for using the naijapidgin tag.
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I think Mr. A. Is just normal.
Some of his concern might be for Mr. B. Missing out and just wants him to be a part of the neighborhood, not really wanting recognition for himself.
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To think it's normal for Mr. A , I agree. Common human attitude sometimes seems normal.
I love the perspective you're looking at it from. The social angle, let's say Mr. B is social in his own way and relates perfectly with the community, he's not having issues with Mr. A, still this things happen. Wouldn't you agree Mr. A just want everyone to be his fan?
Man is always eager for that one thing that's not in his/her possession.
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I can certainly see the 'ego' angle.
Some type of self satisfaction that everybody likes him?
Maybe Mr. B realizes that and has his own agenda? What games we play.
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Everything is just there... Different sides to look at it from.
Makes issues interesting for discuss and open to more interaction.
Everyone wants the attention, there can be a possibility that Mr. B has an agenda.
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Pretty soon we'll just write a story and see how this underlying 'animosity' began and where it leads. Lol
Want to be Mr. A. or Mr. B.?
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Interesting!! We could actually bring up stories from the different sides. I love this.
But It's hard to choose sides here.
Let's see how it goes... Could you try and define Mr. A and let me be Mr. B.
Let's keep it maximum 400 words or what do you think?
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Get back to you soon as Mr. A.
Thinking.
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Looking forward to your great idea on this!
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It's cool... Expect a reply soon!
I think keeping it short is more professional and helps whoever will come here enjoy the read.
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