iamwk

A Beautiful Mind (2001)
“…i need to believe that something extraordinary is possible…”
there is always magic,
sometimes we just need to look for it,
sometimes we just need to believe…

Hearts in Atlantis (2001)
“when we are young, we live in this magical world…
then we grow up, and go break our hearts…”
– Stephen King

When I was little, I used to frequent a corner store KFC near my dad’s store. I’d ask for a one piece feed, just a single drumstick, some of the mashed potatoes and a large Fanta Grape. They were best, pity they’re so difficult to find nowadays…

I remember once when I was holding my tray, when I tripped and my large Fanta Grape flew through the air, in slow motion and splashed all over the floor. I was about 7 years old and I was on the verge of tears when this wonderful KFC lady came over to tell me that she’s got me a new brand new large Fanta Grape! How good is that?

Just woke up this morning in a reminiscing mood. Isn’t it wonderful how uncomplicated life was when we were kids? Away from the BMWs, designer clothes, latest gadgets, Rolex etc.

All I want is my large Fanta Grape and I’ll be happy…

i remember her beautiful face,

a foreign face, a new beginning, a promise

i know this face, a familiar love

i remember her easy elegance

effortlessly taking my breath away,
away from the bright neon lights,

away from the loud crowds

i loved her most in the winter chill,
a simple smile, a simple gesture,

little wonders that warm my soul,

but then she turns and looks away,
my lasting memory her, a myriad of colours,
perfection, slowly fading in the winter sun,
she does not ask why, she does not say goodbye,
there is no farewells, only new beginnings…

always new beginnings