Month: February 2017

  • An unknown daughter

    Perhaps, my Dear Lady, we tend to search for things in the wrong manner, and though, they may be right in front of us, we do not recognize them for what they are…  The treasure, in the book,  Searching for treasures. “Well, you see,” he continued, smiling cheerfully, “Camila liked that book immensely. I wouldn’t…

  • The reading sessions of a baby girl

    The reading sessions of a baby girl

    Comfortably installed in her mother’s  blessed womb, she learned the love of books and reading “You see, madam, if it’s alright with you, I shall illustrate with a small example. A little over a year ago, I gave a book to Camila, as a small present. It was one of the few books that I have…

  • The predetermined aptitudes

    The predetermined aptitudes

    When I had finally read the small lettering inscribed, it was just too late, the Angel had wiped my memory with a kiss, before I could complain So, getting back to this business of these cards… in mine, they additionally specified that I would show a strong inclination towards music, with a special inborn aptitude…

  • A firm resolve

    A firm resolve

    It is from our dreams that the future is wrought “Ordinarily I would agree with you and wholeheartedly. However, on this occasion, allow me to say that Camila is many years ahead not only of her classmates, but of all the children I have had the pleasure and privilege of teaching. Please believe me, I…

  • A mother’s dreams

    A mother’s dreams

    Some dreams are lost in reality, some realities are lost in dreams Simple and straightforward, professor Rafita was gifted with a profound intelligence and a great degree of human sensitivity. Always kind and running about in a good mood, it was difficult, if not quite impossible, not to like this kind-hearted school teacher. Together with…

  • The tiny lettering in the card

    The tiny lettering in the card

    When I had finally read the small lettering inscribed, it was just too late, the Angel had wiped my memory with a kiss, before I could complain   To continue with this matter of the royal blue cardboard, it would contain a wealth of additional, unalterable specifications and of course, with more intricate details. For…

  • Professor Rafita’s mission

    He enjoyed how his students opened their minds, as he showed them a world that unfolded as well In this way, her teacher quietly began to explain views on Camila’s abilities. That day in particular, had begun as a beautiful Sunday morning, gently bathed in a mild sunlight. Around noon, the two grownups had met…

  • A child in a class of her own

    A child in a class of her own

    When the teacher finally found the student he had been searching for… he felt that life had joyously smiled “Yes, sir. You are completely right.”  (continues…)         “What’s that you’re saying?”, he answered disconcerted by the ease in which the situation was unfolding and a little more relaxed. Taking advantage of the…

  • Searching for a new destiny

    Searching for a new destiny

    When I was a child, the light from the candles captivated me. Still, today, they haven’t lost their touch… the power to capture and transport me. In dreams (possibly the almost forgotten reminiscences due to a hasty Angel’s kiss, perhaps) I visualize myself descending towards Sucre. I am carrying a small multifold cardboard, deep royal blue in…

  • How things can get complicated

    How things can get complicated

    Yes, they were family, but still.. she didn’t t really agree with their way of looking at life Balcony           Colonia Roma, CDMX, México So, when her Dad arrived to the next chicken enclosure, Camila was quietly letting the chickens out to the yard. Having opened the shutters, the air felt fresh…