Yesterday, today, tomorrow

Yesterday’s the past, tomorrow’s the future, but today is a gift. That’s why it’s called the present. Bil Keane Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever. Mahatma Gandhi Photos : Filipa Moreira da Cruz

Ostacles

I knew the bad news was lurking, but I decided to go straight ahead.I avoided the sharp corners.Firmly. Without any notice, the pebble turned into a boulder.And I can no longer kick it and move on.Sooner or later I have to face reality.I have my fingers crossed.Always.Until then, let’s party! Filipa Moreira da Cruz Photos

Father and son

Dear son, This song is for you, my reason of beamingThis colourful painting is for you, my reason of livingThis poem is for you, my reason of beingThis letter is for you, my reason of smilingThis landscape is for you, my reason of believingThis mystic fog is for you, my reason of doubtingThis home is

Utopia

I wish I had wings to fly to a better placeI wish we could erase all the sadnessI wish I could open all the locked doorsI wish hope and peace were our best friendsI wish we knew how to end floods and firesI wish I could give a voice to those who cannot speakI wish

Life is a firework!

We were the four of us huddled together on the tiny balcony looking for the moon. But the fate decided otherwise. We had fireworks instead! We were so lucky! They came out of nowhere. So close and yet far enough. The children were thrilled. My daughter started clapping her hands enthusiastically while my son kept

Night and day

Stunning buildingsImpressive architectureQuiet gardensAwaiting to be discouveredHistory opens Its bookAnd shares amazing stories with usSuddenly, the sun waves goodbyePeople take over the streetsStrolling aimlesslyA new reality emerges. Filipa Moreira da Cruz Photos : Paul Laurent Bressin

Breathe

My hair is blowing in the windThe fresh air smoothes my faceEvery wave opens a window of opportunitiesBlissful peaceful mindThe sunset is not a farewellBut the hope that the best is yet to come. Filipa Moreira da Cruz Photos : Filipa Moreira da Cruz

Twilight

Humans are weirdThey waste time on triflesAnd they forget that life is made of simple thingsSometimes, the hardest to learn is the least complicated. Filipa Moreira da Cruz Photos : Filipa Moreira da Cruz

Never give up

Sometimes missions can’t be accomplished at the first time. As a consequence, we get frustrated. Suddenly, the sky is covered by thick grey clouds. Even the sun has abandoned us. But giving up is never an option. Frustrations are great opportunities to start all over again. Put yourself together, close your eyes and take a

Back then

If I could turn back timeI would do exactly the same my friendGreat expectations around the cornerWe accepted everything, except the ordersRelease your fearsIt’s time to wipe your tears We are bonded…foreverAnd I know that life can only be betterTrust and hope walk side by sideFeeling free and staying aliveIs the best way to kill