Shiva

@Shiva49 (27695)

Singapore

Joined myLot 10 years ago

Professional accountant with a passion for expressing opinion on topics that are relevant to ordinary folks across the world.

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Neighbours helping a bereft family

Judy Evans @JudyEv (367078) • Rockingham, Australia 11 Dec

Just a week ago, a farmer from West River was killed while fighting a fire. West River is near Ravensthorpe where we used to live and we knew the man’s father. In today’s news I read that over 25 harvesters have arrived on the...

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Shiva These acts touch our hearts imploring us not to miss an opportunity to help those in need. Great community spirit and oneness of humanity at play.

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A cold night

Aparna Sen @Dreamerby (9678) • Calcutta, India 10 Dec

It's almost 16C here and 11:16 p.m. as I type this post. After this, I am gonna wrap up the day. Office was hectic today. Lots of tasks for tomorrow as well. How are y'all?

mylot

mylotters

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Shiva You are still able to come here despite being very busy at work. I hope that relaxes you too. I took up challenges when I was young but over time I played it safe for the sake of my health.

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Such drama at work

NJ Chicaa @NJChicaa (125562) • United States 10 Dec

I am no longer upstairs with most of the biology teachers so I'm out of the loop most of the time this year. There is one particular teacher who has caused issues with 2 other ones. She has stolen my microscopes and lied right to...

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Shiva I recall a few difficult characters others avoided like the plague. At one place I had to mediate between two, at times three, who just could not get along. At times my efforts ended up displeasing all the three. It is never easy to resolve an issue when...

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Zen story: Stop carrying rocks in your head, but carrying a stone in your pocket, is ok

emptychair @innertalks (23387) • Australia 10 Dec

The old Zen master posed this simple question to his students: "When is a stone a rock?" to test their understanding of the Zen mind. And no one, of course, knew his answer, so the master replied, "When the...

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Shiva At times, the hurts linger and we lament "why me of all people" I try to move on without getting hindered by what hurt me. Forgiving does the trick but not forgetting, and that will not hurt much then. I meet a few who have a feeling life has been unfair to...

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No Kidney Problem Nor Diabetes

Neil @Neil43 (4236) 9 Dec

I had a consultation with a nephrologist because I believed that my symptoms could be a problem with my kidney or blood sugar. But luckily neither was the issue according to my doctor so he referred me to specialist for...

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Shiva Hope and pray the issue is well treated and no cause for concern.

10 Dec

I am Evaluating My Life

celticeagle @celticeagle (183027) • Boise, Idaho 9 Dec

I have been going down that black hole I go down this time of year. I do a lot of introspection at this time. I am readying myself for a new year. Only 22 days and then it will be 2026. I used to think I was weird because I...

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mindset

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Shiva I self introspect often. Before retirement, time just flew and I looked forward to weekends Now that I am retired, I fill my time engaging in different activities at home. I have limited friends as I like to be left alone. I may be alone but never feel...

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Doctor Appointment...

DE @DaddyEvil (163446) • United States 9 Dec

I had to go see the Ophthalmologist (eye specialist) this morning. He examined my eyes and said there were only minor changes since he saw me about a year ago. I told him about having problems seeing the lines on the highway...

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Shiva Eye check ups are a top priority as some issues can develop beyond repair quite fast. The treatment is in expert hands. Driving after eye dilation is quite dicey. . It is good that Pretty was with you. We are advised here to take public transport or have...

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A cold December night

Aparna Sen @Dreamerby (9678) • Calcutta, India 8 Dec

It's 17C here. I am wearing a fleece sweater and trousers. We had a wedding invitation to attend. The food was good. I feel a bit bloated, though. How is your day? What did you have for your latest meal?

mylot

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Shiva That is cold for me too. Latest meal is Chinese vegetarian. I am vegetarian from birth and stick to that food habit.. My Bengali friend used to joke that fish is vegetarian for him.

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Some Things Done

Eva James @wolfgirl569 (126293) • Marion, Ohio 8 Dec

I have my health insurance finished for next year. It is staying the same which is nice. I hadn't got my shingles vaccination because I didn't know if it would be the same. I know this one fully covers it so the next time I am at...

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Shiva It is advisable to have it early as some infection can be quite nasty. I took it and paid as my insurance policy did not cover it.

9 Dec

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D-Day, the sad anniversary of Pearl Harbor.

Marie Coyle @MarieCoyle (52092) 7 Dec

December 7, 1941, the day Pearl Harbor was bombed by the Japanese. This was a trigger that started WW2. Over 2400 people died that day. This caused our President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, to declare war, and said the famous line of...

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Shiva One mad person is enough to start a world war - the rest are forced to suffer. Wars never seem to cease - maybe humans are wired that way. One world war veteran reminisced that he did not feel lucky to survive as so many others perished.

8 Dec

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It's beginning to look like Christmas

Judy Evans @JudyEv (367078) • Rockingham, Australia 7 Dec

In the photo, you can see one of our retirement village residents helping at the cocktail bar at our recent Christmas dinner. The cocktails were not particularly fancy but there was a choice, and plenty of non-alcoholic offerings...

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Shiva The time for merriment is not far and you have heralded it ahead of others. The hat is striking and invites attention right away.

8 Dec

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My latest jigsaw

Judy Evans @JudyEv (367078) • Rockingham, Australia 6 Dec

The photo shows the latest jigsaw that I’ve done. It was much harder than I thought it would be. All the picket fencing, the lattice work and screen doors were quite tricky, then the brown trunk and the ground were another...

western australia

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toy sale

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Shiva Wow, this requires not only time but also patience. It is nice that you spent your time doing different things that are challenging to keep your mind active and sharp.

7 Dec

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A nice sendoff for Rod.

The Horse @TheHorse (232913) • Walnut Creek, California 6 Dec

As you know, my friend and band mate, Rod, passed away in November. Yesterday, a service was held for Rod at a church in Brentwood CA, where he lived. Near the end of the service, several of us got together to play some of Rod's...

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Shiva The saving grace is Rod left behind memories to cherish.

7 Dec

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Getting your money's worth

Judy Evans @JudyEv (367078) • Rockingham, Australia 6 Dec

I started decorating our Christmas tree today. In 2022, our ‘Irish’ son asked for suggestions for a gift and I suggested an ornament to hang on the tree. In due course, this little box arrived with its nice coloured band. Once...

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Shiva A very thoughtful gift from your son that you cherish.

6 Dec

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Doing Stuff...

DE @DaddyEvil (163446) • United States 5 Dec

I got dressed, went out and started the car to let it run and make sure the battery stays charged. I have a doctor appointment in a few days and don't want to be screwing around calling AAA for a jumpstart early that morning....

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Shiva I make it a point to address such issues early so that I am not caught off guard. This applies more so when I travel away from home for a long period. It is wise to be prepared for all eventualities including the weather.

6 Dec

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Where politics and music teaching may intersect. My conundrum.

The Horse @TheHorse (232913) • Walnut Creek, California 5 Dec

I have a guitar student whose parents are first generation immigrants from Russia. My student, Kate, has been with me for three years. She is 16 now. She is a really good student, and I have taught her several Jesse Winchester...

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Shiva It is a sensitive issue for some and I find out first how they would welcome such conversations. I find some do not talk politics at all even among own countrymen. Maybe they think it will create friction as does religious beliefs. And some still have a soft...

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I decided to put my money in a safe place.

The Horse @TheHorse (232913) • Walnut Creek, California 4 Dec

As you know, I have worked had for decades in college teaching and social services. By living frugally, and only owning five "elite" (over $1,000) guitars, I have managed to save many thousands of dollars. Recently, I decided...

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Shiva I am a finance guy and during my long years at work, I had seen interesting investment proposals. Someone came years ago with a proposal to make a quick buck. I told him in the end it applied to him only and I will lose my pants! He carefully laid before me...

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Have you ever seen conjoined twins?

Marie Coyle @MarieCoyle (52092) 4 Dec

In ''real life'' I mean, not just television or the news. Some years back, I was at O'Hare airport in Chicago, traveling with my daughter to a funeral of a family member. Our flight was delayed due to excessive winds, and it was...

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Shiva To survive in this state for so long is a miracle too. Two individuals in one body is beyond comprehension but they have proved that life is just an adjustment to cope with the circumstances. I also wonder what happens when one predeceases the other.

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Out the Window

OceanTiara @RebeccasFarm (91020) • Arvada, Colorado 3 Dec

First light of day and much needed moisture here in Colorado. The park across the street is pretty. I am glad I am not driving in it though. Say about 10 inches at the end of it or more here in my area at the foothills of the...

snow

coming down hard

early morning

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Shiva I have never experienced snow in my life and I don't want to now! The picture says it all.

4 Dec

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Humble beginnings for our prime minister, Anthony Albanese

Judy Evans @JudyEv (367078) • Rockingham, Australia 3 Dec

I wanted to say more about our prime minister, Anthony Albanese. While working overseas, his mother became pregnant to an Italian. Due to social pressures, she returned to Australia. Albanese was always told his father had died...

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Shiva It is good that you have a leader who knows what life is about - the up and downs. He has made it good beyond imagination and that is a shining example for others to be inspired.

4 Dec

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