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But that she did not forget. She asked her parents what it was, what it meant. They did not know. She searched for it online, and she found the answer. Art is long, life is short.
Part of her curiosity was satisfied; the other part would be harder to pleased. She did not know who it was that wrote those words. She did not know where to begin to look for answers. She read those words again, but that only watered her desire to know who it was even more.
No more clean up, workmen came in and fixed up the warehouse. After they were through, everyone, including her took part in the decorating and painting of it. Furniture was placed in it, along with books, computers, musical instruments and other stuff. They named the new place Study House.
Those who wanted to learn how to play a musical instrument, like she did, came on Friday afternoons. Their first lesson, and their instructor came in. An old guy dressed in white.
“Young gents and young ladies, you’re here to make music come alive. I’m not much of talker, but if there are any questions or things that you want to ask me, don’t be afraid to. Before we begin, there’s one thing I want you to remember, art is long, life is short, so–”
“Play on!” she shouted.
Thank you for reading.

Posted by trisha on April 20, 2010 at 4:12 pm
its so beautiful, is not it? how these quotes inspire and guide us?
Posted by girlgeum on April 21, 2010 at 6:57 am
Yes, and I love writing them down.
Posted by trisha on April 21, 2010 at 9:46 am
me too
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honorable mention awards,
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Posted by girlgeum on April 21, 2010 at 6:58 am
Thanks for the mention.
Posted by Jingle on May 20, 2010 at 8:07 pm
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another poetry award 4 u.
have a beautiful day!
I appreciate your uplifting comments and handsome spirits.
cheers!
Posted by girlgeum on May 21, 2010 at 6:17 am
And I appreciate your comments and blog community togetherness.
Thanks once again.
Have a nice weekend.
Posted by unprecedentedintellectual on June 9, 2010 at 1:54 am
u can’t put a finger on it but your style is entertaining.
Posted by girlgeum on June 9, 2010 at 5:10 am
Thanks for stopping by and for your comment.
Entertaining but not lacking a message.
Posted by Jingle on July 19, 2010 at 12:28 am
wise words.
learning is part of life,
happy Sunday!
Posted by girlgeum on July 19, 2010 at 5:22 am
Happy Monday!