It’s easy to like. But it’s hard to comment.

Many press the like button. But few have the time, the disposition, and the courage to post comments. If a blogger were a merchant of emotions hawking his wares on the street, then 'liking' would amount to giving him a nod while walking on; commenting, on the other hand, to stopping by and conversing with … Continue reading It’s easy to like. But it’s hard to comment.

How Do You Feel When You Are In Love?

I feel like a boy moth flapping his wings around a lady butterfly. I feel like a beggar who wins the lottery, like a tennis player who, having a match point, serves an ace, like a thirsty adventurer who discovers a oasis in the desert. Like a little boy whose broken toy is glued together. … Continue reading How Do You Feel When You Are In Love?

Do You Give to Beggars on the Street?

I once saw a beggar who received from an old lady a pack of biscuits. He thanked her, and then when she was out of sight, he gave all the biscuits to a stray dog. Romania is full of beggars, but I suspect richer countries have them too. They are an old phenomenon, that appeared … Continue reading Do You Give to Beggars on the Street?