Category Archives: Lifestyle

The Carpet

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Art for Housewives

Despite the drizzle, we walked to the Chinese restaurant to have lunch. Leaves that once hung over our heads were now matted on the ground—a melancholic reminder of existential change.

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Autumn Pyjamas

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Art for Housewives

The leaves are falling even on my pyjamas.

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Rita’s Periwinkle

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Art for Housewives

My neighbor left flowers for me. I put them in a pot next to the door. They’re better than a welcome mat.

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The Front Porch

Posted on August 17, 2019 by Art for Housewives

This is our front porch. A few years ago, weather permitting, we started eating our meals here. And it changed our rapport with the neighbourhood. When neighbours walk by, we exchange greetings. A Kalimera here and a Kalimera there has … Continue reading →

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Sunset Orange

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Art for Housewives

This morning my first thought was about yesterday’s sunset and that dramatic variegated orange strip that traced the horizon afterwards. One shade looked familiar but I couldn’t say why until this morning when I was watering the plants. The shade … Continue reading →

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