The Jigsaw

My wife and I enjoy jigsaw puzzles, which we do together. We chanced on this one but without the original box so no picture. We got through it OK but it took longer without a picture to work from. As it was comprised of larger pieces that made it much easier but a full 1000 piece would have been a tougher assignment. Once completed, we thought the picture was unusual in a nice way. 

Life can be like that. If we don't have a clear picture of where we are going, it can lead to problems. Smaller issues we may get away with but bigger ones can end up causing headaches. If we can't avoid the situation, then treading carefully and seeking sound advice as we go can lead to a satisfactory outcome. 

Odd Things To Say

Sometimes we use sayings that are hard to fathom if you think about them.

"Whatever floats your boat".

That would have to be water. 

"I owe you an apology".

They still owe you an apology. If someone said "I owe you $100" then walked off, then they still owed you $100.  

"All is fair in love and war".

In love treating someone fairly is always the right thing and there is nothing fair about going to war.

"Bury the hatchet".

Why not not just put it in the shed. It's still useful.

"Cold hands, warm heart".

All living humans have a warm heart. Hands have nothing to do with it. 

"Kill two birds with one stone".

I'd like to see someone do that.

"Seeing is believing".

Sometimes we need to believe when we haven't seen, to put faith in something or someone.

"There is no such thing as a free lunch".

That depends on who's paying. 

Picture: Reader Built Boats

Classic Music Lyric Lines - Part 1

Lyrics in music can be meaningful and touch us personally. Here are a few that I've enjoyed over the years.

"Welcome to your life, there's no turning back"

-Everyone Wants To Rule The World

"Still a man hears what he wants to hear and disregards the rest"

-The Boxer

"The sun in your eyes made some of the lies worth believing"

-Eye In The Sky

"I know that I'm a prisoner to all my Father held so dear, I know that I'm a hostage to all his hopes and fears"

-The Living Years

"She comes out of the sun in a silk dress running like a watercolor in the rain"

-The Year of The Cat

"It takes a man to suffer ignorance and smile, be yourself no matter what they say"

-An Englishman In New York

"Strangled by the wishes of pater, hoping for the arms of mater, get to me the sooner or later"

-Holding Back The Years

"Yes, and how many times can a man turn his head and pretend that he just doesn't see?"

-Blowin' In The Wind

PS. There isn't a Part 2 yet.

Alone.....

I've noticed over the past years a steady stream of 'Alone' themed shows. It involves testing one's resolve against a harsh environment. A favourite is Alaska for obvious reasons but there are many other places that can also do similar. Recently, a group of Australians were sent into a remote part of New Zealand's South Island and individually had to survive.

I've decided I want in...but I'll be selective where I'm going. I'm waiting for the 'Alone Island Resort' challenge. It could be located in the Mediterranien or Caribbean Seas. the Indian or Pacific Oceans too. I'm not fussy. 

It would involve contestants being dropped at a top rated resort but not allowed to interact with each other...very often. Their tasks would involve getting to the buffet before 8am and taking sufficient supplies to last the day. Then assignments would be handed out, ensuring each one goes in a different direction. 

It could include water or para skiing which could freak out some. A sea biscuit option could be available for those not game for the former two. Scuba diving and surfing would be other aquatic challenges. Horse riding, beach walks and assisted rock climbing among terrestrial endeavours. You get the idea.

As evening approached, contestants would return to the resort for a necessary cleanup before sharing happy hour drinks together. Then back alone as each would go to different tables to choose their dinner from the finest quality fare listed on the menu. Finally on to their resort accommodation for a well earned rest before another hectic day to come. 

I could do this. Even the incentive of a reward for the one who endured the longest is not necessary. Sometimes competing is the reward in itself. So I'll bide my time until a lateral thinking tv executive gives such a show the green light. If you wonder which one is me, I'll be the one with the biggest grin. 

Picture source: COMO Laucala Island, Fiji.