-News from Paradise-

I must admit that one of the things that I enjoy most is getting some news from a good friend that you haven't heard from in a long while. It is so meaningful to read about that person's mood, health, thoughts and whatever it is, the news are always welcome. In each line they are openly expressing genuine feelings and they let you in their lives without a direct invitation. The reason that I write this is quite simple. Just today I received news of a very good friend of mine that lives in Tahiti. She is well, handling work and family simultaneously. And every time I get some sort of news from her, it's a special sort of happiness that makes my day special.

I often wonder if "lots of work" seems like such when you live in the middle of paradise. I mean, I work daily, get out past six only to find the rush hour hell right outside my building. Crowded streets, pollution, cars honking and even people in grey suits rushing as if they are late for a million dollar business meeting. At the end of the day you wish for nothing but a break and to get away from it all.

-CA