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Loaded question...LOL...I think I'm kinda an open book ~ but, at times I like you ---- just seek solitude.  I find that's important.  Yes, I share in your love of nature and God and all things so beautiful.  It puts me on the path that I find I do best on ~ This is a lovely post ~ write on Ariala!!~

posted by elysianfields on June 15, 2008 at 7:04 AM | link to this | reply

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shalom from an old blogger, going on summer sabbatical in a day or two. From blogit, that is.

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posted by salem8 on June 14, 2008 at 1:46 PM | link to this | reply

Ariala

That’s an excellent way of getting to know someone – observing what makes them happy of what activities they seem to enjoy.  I also find inquiring about what they like to read tells a lot about a person.  For me, I like living simple and by that I mean minimizing drama, loving those that I care about, and doing something like taking a walk along the beach.  Simple – yup – that’s for me. 

posted by Troosha on June 14, 2008 at 1:30 PM | link to this | reply

gapcohen, what a great response! Interesting writing/travel work you've

got going on...sounds like a great life!

posted by Ariala on June 14, 2008 at 6:04 AM | link to this | reply

What a great question!

I love to travel, both alone and with my family. I love my husband and 2 sons. When I plan a family trip or in order to cover a location for a magazine or newspaper, I research assiduously and interview lots of locals. Sometimes, though, the best stories come from not planning to the nth degree - I believe in the power of seridipity. I dislike crowded, touristy spots and enjoy stumbling on gems off the beaten track. I'm not a homebody, but I do sometimes like to "regroup" at home; catch up with minute details of running a household. I try to remain close with my friends - but find that family life hampers that necessary constant connection, but I'll be an empty nester in a couple of years and plan to re-establish and restrengthen ties. At 51, I feel as if I'm still 18; definitely going through transition!!!
Mal

posted by gapcohen on June 14, 2008 at 6:00 AM | link to this | reply

mai, I try never to judge people as I don't know where they've been and

what causes them to do what they do anymore than they know that about me...

It's nice to know we have these things in common...thank you so much for stopping by!

posted by Ariala on June 14, 2008 at 5:23 AM | link to this | reply

we both have something in common...i love the beauty of nature,prefer to be alone compose poem out of it and capture it in my drawing book.....I do love all the good things and good friends..but never judge people if they're not good...i guess all that loves to write really have something in common... .

posted by _mai_ on June 14, 2008 at 5:21 AM | link to this | reply