Life is peaceful

Oct 01, 2008 17:59


For only the second time, during this introspective year in Birmingham, I walked the 150 feet to the beautiful park across from the Oxmoor Box. 
I have followed some wonderful advice, to pick an easy read, to try to get back into that once, so beloved, hobby and book addiction.  And so, I've chosen. 
I got into bed early last night (not hard, after ( Read more... )

parks, j, reading, race, atlanta, god

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nirol October 2 2008, 01:37:32 UTC
Burkhas? Isn't that the traditional Muslim womens' dress?

Since I moved to a different location at work, I'm right next to a woman from Africa and another from Jamaica...I talk to them all the time, they're cool people. :)

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2redpath5 October 2 2008, 02:52:16 UTC
YAY!!! THAT'S WONDERFUL!!
I worked for Ritz Carlton Downtown for 5 years, and was the only white girl in my department for the majority of that.
It was my favorite, getting to know people from all over. That's always been a passion of mine!

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quaero_verum October 2 2008, 04:38:42 UTC
Awesome post.

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2redpath5 October 2 2008, 06:29:56 UTC
You know this is the highest compliment in the land, yes?
I sooo very much appreciate it. I'm glad you liked it.
Have you read the book? I'm seeking my people to discuss it with, now.
Thanks again!
Blessings, darlin,
~M

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quaero_verum October 2 2008, 18:23:06 UTC
I've actually been wanting to read this book for awhile, but I've already got a stack of books to read about yea deep, so it will have to get in line....

;-)

Cheerio!

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peglegsally October 2 2008, 05:50:47 UTC
I absolutely LOVE that book.

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2redpath5 October 2 2008, 06:27:52 UTC
Of course you do! It's perfect for you and your fabulously open mind.
Happy day!

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arimathea October 2 2008, 08:08:06 UTC
This is me reading a post and being interested but not commenting because I don't have anything specific to say.

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2redpath5 October 2 2008, 18:39:01 UTC

OH MY GOSH.

Well, well well. Isn't this just a day for miracles.

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ooooh_shiney October 2 2008, 12:34:55 UTC
I read that book while commuting on the bus last spring and really enjoyed it. I think you will too :)

Just found out yesterday that my coworker is Sikh. I don't think I've ever met any Sikhs before so I found that fascinating!

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2redpath5 October 2 2008, 18:35:47 UTC
Good to hear from you, my love.
And, YAY for diversity!!
I miss you so.
~M

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