When it comes to living a purposeful life I subscribe to Ikigai (translated from the Japanese 生き甲斐 as 'A reason for being'). One of its 10 doctrines, 'Surround yourself with good friends', has always been a constant in my life. Several of those friends were in Newcastle last week. And one of them very kindly painted me this beautiful handmade card. Thank you, C. I was struggling to put into words how I felt when you gave it to me (most unlike me I know!). But please know that I love it (I did tell you that much), and every time I look at it I know it will bring me joy. Thank you so much x.
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Robohands - Ikigai (2021)
C has captured your magnificent plumage beautifully.
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DeleteThank *you* John! x It was my absolute pleasure, had so much fun making them. I like the sound of Ikigai - and the doctrine you mention was so evident in Newcastle, feel very blessed to be a part of it.
ReplyDeleteYou could definitely feel the love in the room...
DeleteI love my bird too and the wording was just perfect and so clever.
ReplyDeleteAs for the Japanese doctrine I would totally agree with that too - always happy when surrounded by good friends and in Newcastle it felt just like that.
Roll on BC25, he said not really wishing his life away...
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