“Sometimes joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can become the source of your joy.” Thich Nhat Hanh.           Hello, young Padawan     There are countries, like the United States, for example, where as soon as their Halloween party is over, they go into Christmas mode. I don’t know about you, but everyone around me seems to…

        « I love you, and I will make you happy! » Pepé Le Pew. … Well, no, Pepé, you missed it!   On to the real quote from this post:   «In a couple, perhaps the important thing is not to want to make the other happy; it’s to make each other happy and to offer this happiness to the other.» Jacques Salomé.        …

        “We see the bee land on all the plants and get the best out of each one.” Isocrate.             Hello, young Padawan,     It had been a long time since you had dealt with one of my awful puns in the title; it was time to reconnect with the tradition. Here it is, lol!   If there is an ancestral…

            “Who knows your needs better than you? Getting to know oneself is the first step.” Jean de La Fontaine.               Hello, young Padawan     Last year, after the publication of this Christmas article, some of you told me I had presented it to you too late, so I reiterate this year, on time, to tell you about…

        « Philosophy begins with wonder.» Aristotle.             Hello, young Padawan     Bad weather here in France; I hope you’re not climate-sensitive, in which case, put on a sweater, take a deep breath, good luck, and soon start the ski season! Well, you know your loyal servant loves snow, and let’s say that last year has been a bit “frustrating” for skiers…