What is Evolution?

“We began as a mineral.
We emerged into plant life, and into the animal state, and then into being human, and always we have forgotten our former states, except in early spring when we slightly recall being green again.
That’s how a young person turns towards a teacher.
That’s how a baby leans toward the breast, without knowing the secret of its desire, yet turning instinctively.
Humankind is being led along an evolving course, through the migration of intelligences, and though we seem to be sleeping, there is an inner wakefulness that directs the dream, and that will eventually startle us back to the truth of who we are.”
— The Story of Evolution
— Rumi, 13th Century

7.20.2010

Extension

For a variety of reasons I decided to re-contract for one more year on the JET Programme. A Programme which initially was supposed to be for just one year, maximum 3. But here I am, 3 years later embarking on that fourth and final revolution and I can't help but think: Am I really supposed to do this? Am I really supposed to stay here?

Most if not all of my friends have already left or are leaving this year and I feel myself drifting further away from my friends and family back home. And all for what? Another humid summer and frigid winter? Do the +ves truly outweigh the -ves?

I suppose this is a crucial crossroad for me. As I clear the 25 years of life hump. A final year to reach full maturity. I hope.

Jaaa well, what else can I do but ride out this wave. One more year.

iNi

am extending my self.

NadYa Dee


Penned by on

3 comments:

  1. deepniang@gmail.com /Amoul RagalThu Jul 22, 11:31:00 pm 2010

    Bless and Luv sista what a gwan
    I and I tink dat ya better stay fo 1 or 2 more years
    Japan is great sista
    Jah bless ya

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  2. AurieSat Aug 14, 12:02:00 am 2010

    everyone goes through that period of transition/uncertainty/anxiety of what the future holds. It's funny that you mention 25 because I felt the same way about what I wanted to do with my life. What I am learning is that it doesn't just come to you and you have to live each day to the fullest and enjoy the journey as much if not more than the destination.

    Blessings Nadya and I know you'll find your way.

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  3. Nadya DeeSat Aug 14, 12:09:00 am 2010

    Thanx :o)

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