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Pretty Life in Monterosso
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Size: 24" x 48"
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When
I was traveling in Italy, I visited one of the five fishing
villages (Cinque Terre) - Monterosso. The biggest difference
between Monterosso and the other four villages is that it
shapes inward, like a baby sleeping in the mothers embrace.
While
I am strolling down the village enjoying the natural fragrance
that filled the air, suddenly, a delicious aroma caught
my attention. I followed the aroma to a building at the
corner of an alley. I peek through a window and saw an old
but energetic man orchestrating his chefs. By the rhythm
of his precise movement and the fabulous smell, I could
tell that he is a master of chefs. It was not mealtime yet.
I walked around and took some pictures. After awhile I went
back to the restaurant and it was already filled up with
people. I spoke with few waiters and they all told me that
the tables are all occupied. Suddenly, a chubby young chef
walked out of the kitchen and told me a customer just called
to postpone his reservation; therefore, I could use the
table upstairs. I remember him. Earlier when I was peeking
through the window, we greeted each other with a smile.
When
I tried their food, the taste profoundly moved me that I
will never forget. A delicious dish does not require costly
ingredients, but the concentration and abilities of the
chefs. When never tasted food is in front of a person, one
will concentrate every bite and not limit himself. Never
miss any chances of tasting new food because you might find
new memories of taste. In my experience, I have learned
not to define any occurrence before I have participate in
it, and even experiences could not set as definite truths.
A beautiful
life begins with the caring of ones own body. Our body explores
every adventure and experiences every bit of life with us,
how can we not care. In Monterosso, if one wishes to bath,
he could use the bathroom or go into the broad
ocean; there
won't be any disturbance. In this small village one does
not need to speed fiercely
on the highway, and being in the seashore is like a transition
from a competing field to a night show. Ones mind needs
space, ones living also require spaces. In Monterosso, one
could leave his busy life and prejudice behind, and it will
adjust ones pace to a natural rhythm. One will learn to
embrace nature and enjoy its beauty. In this village, an
array of wine selections is available. Grapes could be found
everywhere, whether it's dried, fresh, or ripe, tide sways
and ebbs, corals and seaweeds with fishes surrounding it,
all the natural beauties could be seen here. One will find
his connection with nature and appreciates its appearance.
In the painting,
vines crawl out of the cozy wall, light shown through the
vintage window, joyful children, relax seniors, giggling
tourists and the
centuries
old tree these are all my deepest feelings of life.
A pretty life is like a bottle with spring water, clear
and sparkling. When ones spirits is free up, one could
create and experience the true meaning of life anywhere
and anytime.