When
I was traveling in Italy, I visited one of the five fishing
villages (Cinque Terre) - Monterosso. The biggest difference
between Monterosso and the other four villages is that
it shapes inward, like a baby sleeping in the mothers
embrace.
While
I am strolling down the village enjoying the natural fragrance
that filled the air, suddenly, a delicious aroma caught
my attention. I followed the aroma to a building at the
corner of an alley. I peek through a window and saw an
old but energetic man orchestrating his chefs. By the
rhythm of his precise movement and the fabulous smell,
I could tell that he is a master of chefs. It was not
mealtime yet. I walked around and took some pictures.
After awhile I went back to the restaurant and it was
already filled up with people. I spoke with few waiters
and they all told me that the tables are all occupied.
Suddenly, a chubby young chef walked out of the kitchen
and told me a customer just called to postpone his reservation;
therefore, I could use the table upstairs. I remember
him. Earlier when I was peeking through the window, we
greeted each other with a smile.
When
I tried their food, the taste profoundly moved me that
I will never forget. A delicious dish does not require
costly ingredients, but the concentration and abilities
of the chefs. When never tasted food is in front of a
person, one will concentrate every bite and not limit
himself. Never miss any chances of tasting new food because
you might find new memories of taste. In my experience,
I have learned not to define any occurrence before I have
participate in it, and even experiences could not set
as definite truths.
A
beautiful life begins with the caring of ones own body.
Our body explores every adventure and experiences every
bit of life with us, how can we not care. In Monterosso,
if one wishes to bath, he could use the bathroom or go
into the broad ocean; there won't be any disturbance.
In this small village one does not need to speed fiercely
on the highway, and being in the seashore is like a transition
from a competing field to a night show. Ones mind needs
space, ones living also require spaces. In Monterosso,
one could leave his busy life and prejudice behind, and
it will adjust ones pace to a natural rhythm. One will
learn to embrace nature and enjoy its beauty. In this
village, an array of wine selections is available. Grapes
could be found everywhere, whether it's dried, fresh,
or ripe, tide sways and ebbs, corals and seaweeds with
fishes surrounding it, all the natural beauties could
be seen here. One will find his connection with nature
and appreciates its appearance.
In
the painting, vines crawl out of the cozy wall, light
shown through the vintage window, joyful children, relax
seniors, giggling tourists and the centuries old tree
these are all my deepest feelings of life. A pretty life
is like a bottle with spring water, clear and sparkling.
When ones spirits is free up, one could create and experience
the true meaning of life anywhere and anytime.