“The flower is the moment that we live … The most beautiful moment.” Image: Su Leslie, 2017
A plant has a circle. The seed becomes a plant which has a flower … it transforms into a fruit and the fruit drops. There’s another seed and the seed grows again. This is a circle. The flower is the moment that we live. The most beautiful moment of the circle. The most beautiful moment.— Alex Atala, chef.
The road-bumps my family’s been experiencing lately show no signs of disappearing, and it looks as though travelling a new, more difficult road might be the new normal — at least for a while.
If I sound cryptic, then my apologies. Some stories are not really mine to share, even though I’m a character in them.
It is amazing though, how having to raise my head to new horizons also allows me to appreciate much more the simple beauty around me.
I heard the quote above on Chef’s Table last night and was moved almost to tears.
Here it is in context:
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Yes, the moments can be the flower, but we ride a circle that brings us through the cycles of life, not always to our liking. Blessings for your family’s journey, Su. ❤
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Thank you so much Olga 🙂
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beautiful photo Su
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Thank you Maureen 🙂
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We love the Chef’s Table!
Having still come out of a challenging patch myself, I can fully empathise with the stress, strain and difficulty of rough roads. Sending you positive energy and hugs!
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Thank you. That is very much appreciated. 🙂 Hope your difficulties are diminishing.
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Damn road bumps! Like the real ones on the road, they are usually sign-posted but they still take me by surprise. As long as you are still on the road, that’s the main thing. 🙂
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Thanks! That’s so true about sign-posts. And yet I’m also taken by surprise. 🙂
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Thinking of you and hoping things get better.
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Thank you so much Amy 🙂
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Su, sweetly serene, thanks for the early morning smile.
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Hugs to you Su. I’m so sorry for the struggle. I hope that it is your family’s bursting out of the chrysalis moment that leads to the glory of the butterfly. And if not, well, I hope there is light drawing you all forward. ❤
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Thank you Amberly. It’s hard to know what the future will bring but we’re always hopeful.
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We’ll be thinking of you – and hoping that your difficult road is eased as much as possible.
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Thanks Sarah. Having kindness and support from others certainly helps. 🙂
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I’m sorry to hear of your struggles Su. I think life is more than the flower it is the whole process. Even the down sides helps us appreciate the good times.
Hugs, Leslie
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Thanks so much Leslie 🙂
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whoah, I see what you mean about almost being brought to tears. I’m somewhat speechless. What a lovely presentation your photograph and post bring to this quote and video.
I’m really sorry too, to hear about the bumps in the road and new more difficult times you’re having. Feel free to email me if you just want to “dump” or commiserate. The doors always open. Hugs 🙂
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Beautiful – and take care on that bumpy road.
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Thanks Anabel. We definitely learn more about ourselves on the “less travelled” roads 🙂
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An intense, wonderful and impressive video – thank you very much for sharing, Su! He knows what he´s talking of…
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Thank you. I totally agree. I like the whole Chef’s Table series, but this was the first time I’d been moved to jot down some of the things he said. I found him so inspiring. 🙂
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When I find time I (which probably will be around winter 😉 ) I will have a look at the series on youtube! 😀
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🙂 it is definitely a winter-time activity.
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It´s always good to have something to look forward to! 😀
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I think that is one of the most important things; however small, having the expectation of some pleasure is really really good for the soul. 🙂 xxx
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My thoughts are with you Su. I hope these challenges are temporary.
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Thank you Joanne. I think we’re in for a long haul, but the good thing is that I’m feeling very supported. 😃
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