tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post8609708085330606058..comments2023-10-14T18:34:30.879+02:00Comments on Lost in Arles: Little MonstersHeather Robinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-42762254544451233292011-10-07T15:42:09.252+02:002011-10-07T15:42:09.252+02:00This is pretty brilliant. Sadly I have already giv...This is pretty brilliant. Sadly I have already given them too many dirty looks/yelled at them (for trying to pull Ben's tail) for them to take anything from me, but I love the concept.Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-12513629161023218042011-10-07T00:34:02.168+02:002011-10-07T00:34:02.168+02:00Lollipops. Give the "children" lollipops...Lollipops. Give the "children" lollipops. There was a great story not too long ago on NPR about a busy barhopping street in Canada (vancouver?) that decided to pass out lollipops to passersby when the bars closed. The crime / arrest rate dropped shockingly, like 50% less brawls, that sort of thing. <br /><br />The make you close your mouth and they recall simpler times and provide comfort and also give a boost to blood sugar, which the urchins might need if their apparent absentee parents aren't feeding them lunch.traceyhttp://misspinktwins.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-43525936192321142672011-10-03T14:57:03.328+02:002011-10-03T14:57:03.328+02:00I love having you here, Penelope. Your blog always...I love having you here, Penelope. Your blog always brings me joy so if I can give you anything of interest in return, tant mieux! <br /><br />And I couldn't agree more about the importance of quiet. Remi and I took a drive out in the country yesterday evening and I could feel my shoulders slowly drop. Yes, I will use my headphones more--I don't really like closing myself off from the world but at times, it is what needs to be done!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-51792757457467390432011-10-02T21:15:45.080+02:002011-10-02T21:15:45.080+02:00I do not thing this is an "anger issue"!...I do not thing this is an "anger issue"! I would be furious! And those firecrackers are dangerous! "Quiet" is the new true luxury.<br /><br />I would get some earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones. Noise is definitely not good for you. Psychologically, it is disturbing! And it has been proven to be harmful to one's health!!!<br /><br />I love your blog.....and those flowers. I have never heard of them!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-38927146385715221922011-10-02T00:43:06.238+02:002011-10-02T00:43:06.238+02:00Sister, such good advice. And just so you know the...Sister, such good advice. And just so you know the monster to the right of the Stargazer is a Barong and he is really friendly, so kind of like a Cookie Monster. :à And the hard part of listening without judgement is that it is language. It kind of works when I put myself into 100% Anglophone mode so it is more sounds but otherwise, I am sorry, it is tiresome!<br /><br />Sue, I like online buddies, even if some of the amazing people here I can't assume to be buddies. Cohorts? Conspirators? :) And trust me, these little rascals have many more years of annoyance in them...<br /><br />Elizabeth, I'm so glad that you are enjoying being here. There are so many blogs out there, let alone so many informational outlets that I really appreciate every single visit. I do have an ipod but again, that is part of my problem in that I resent having to completely close off my world because of the inconsideration of others! Anger issues, I know...<br />Merci et bon weekend à vous aussi.Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-70877783864547380812011-10-01T23:39:29.903+02:002011-10-01T23:39:29.903+02:00As usual, it is an absolute pleasure to read your ...As usual, it is an absolute pleasure to read your blog. I am allergic to intrusive noise, and unless I am actually meditating, I can't "listen without judgement". My solution is to play classical music rather loudly. Have you an ipod?<br />Bon weekend.Elizabeth at Eiffel Tellshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11054977148823539576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-58600874344510260212011-10-01T20:18:18.204+02:002011-10-01T20:18:18.204+02:00What a unique plant you have there. :) I bet Ben...What a unique plant you have there. :) I bet Ben found them rather interesting. <br /><br />I tend to refer to blog friends as my online buddies. It just sounds more positive to me. <br /><br />Noise is everywhere. Our small development is at the edge of vineyards, and on nice days, we get to hear neighbors doing yard work, repairing engines, etc. Only on the days that it's (otherwise) wonderful to have the windows open. No firecrackers, fortunately. Just chainsaws, etc. I've learned to tune it out.<br /><br />Fortunately, (I think), it's almost time to shut the windows for a few months. Hopefully, your 'little' neighbors will have outgrown the phase by spring.Gldiebrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17847729240229432512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-90401250847402118152011-10-01T19:46:00.142+02:002011-10-01T19:46:00.142+02:00Love your little monsters: the Little Shop of Hor...Love your little monsters: the Little Shop of Horrors monstrosity, and the little guy to the right of the stargazers!! And everyone has monsters from their youth; some are just more colorful than others. (I think I'm still battling mine!!). As for the flesh and blood little monsters, in my meditation class this week we are doing listening meditations - just listen without judgment! If you can do it, it might help; otherwise music could work, and the cold weather (with shut windows) will certainly bring some relief!robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04238181152648216554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-18489731782765167172011-10-01T19:28:14.452+02:002011-10-01T19:28:14.452+02:00Oh Debra, I appreciate you all more than you know!...Oh Debra, I appreciate you all more than you know! Someone truly needs to come up with a better phrase than "blog friends". Yes, I'll try to ignore them--that is unless they try to pull Ben's tail again! <br /><br />Wishing you a wonderful weekend as well. Is it truly Autumn for you there? Not at all here!Heather Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01316279029849503437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2498719763759636773.post-12435886807451760972011-10-01T19:22:26.345+02:002011-10-01T19:22:26.345+02:00Ah, you are growing Heather because you see you...Ah, you are growing Heather because you see you're blogging. Letting virtual strangers enter your life and you seem to embrace us, thank you because you have enriched my life with your kind words. As for the "little" monsters ignore them it's about all you can do. Soon enough winter will be here and you'll be the one with the last laugh. Love your flowers they're so unique and lovely. Enjoy them and the rest of your weekend!Acquired Objectshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08065566296202199461noreply@blogger.com