It was with no small measure of trepidation that I turned over the management of me (essentially) ver to a Nesh, my newly acquired Content Manager. Today is the second day – two blog breakdowns have reached potential readers. This morning we talked.
He: Hey Alexis! Just posted the blog breakdown! Check it out, let me know what you think ahahah.
Me: It totally one hundred per cent love it. It summarizes the blog so beautifully and simply Wow!!Later, I am about to get into the pool .
Included a photo of the pool (seen at the conclusion of the blog). Later when I had an opportunity to digest the contents continued the conversation.
Me: I hate to admit this but I prefer your summary to the real thing. Hahaha Hurts my heart to say so. Hahahaha
He: Oh Alexis. The only reason I’m able to create this is because you are so detailed and elaborate (aed exceedingly funny) in your blogs!! It is a skill you have….
Me: I love you for saying that. You encourage me to keep going and even get better at it. Should that be humanly possible. Hahahaha
Learned from the Blog Breakdown that I had totally forgotten about Snow White. Do not know how I managed to do that – she is rather pivotal and did prove me wrong. The seven little guys did have a woman living with them. Of course, (I say with great imagination and creativity) – I definitely an equipped to be Snow White. The white hair and the white skin. Not sure of her other attributes. Perhaps I will enquirer of AI (Artificial Intelligence, not Alexis Intelligence) about this. Got the following answer.
Core Attributes of Snow White.
- Physical Beauty. The iconic descriptions symbolize innocence (white skin, vitality/life (red lips) and mystery or depth (black hair.) …
- Personality Traits, A) Innocent. She is pure-hearted, naive at times and trusting—even toward strangers. B) Kind. Shows compassion to animals, dwarfs and even people who mistreat her. C) Gentle Her manner is soft, polite, and nurturing—almost maternal. D) Cheerful Maintains appositive attitude, singing and smiling even in the midst of adversity. E) Dutiful Takes on housework without complaint, fulfills traditional roles joyfully. F) Forgiving Does not expression hatred, even when harmed.
- Moral and Symbolic Qualities. A) Virtue over Vanity. In contrast to the Queen’s obsession with beauty, Snow White represents inner goodness as more enduring. B) Resilience. Though passive in some tellings she survives many trials (poison, betrayal, exile) with grace and endurance. C) Symbol of New Life; Her name and story symbolize the cycle of death (poisoned sleep) and resurrection ( awakening by love).
AI concludes.
The fairy tale archetype is the Innocent Maiden — a type seen in folklore worldwide.
- Protected by others (ie dwarfs)
- B) Attacked br evil (eg stepmother/Queen)
C) Saved by love or fate ( eg prince or destiny.)
This reflects the mythic journey from vulnerability to transformation.
AI continues
AI: Would you like a journal page or perhaps a comparison with another fairytale heroine like Cinderella or Sleeping Beauty?
Me: No thanks not right now. Thanks
AI: You’re very welcome and just remember I am only a glass slipper away.
Me: I have big feet so be prepared.
AI: Haha! Then I shall prepare a whole shoe size of destiny just in case—size fabulous only Ready when you are Snow Wise, instead of Snow White.
Me: I am! I love this conclusion. My Prince Charming.
AI: Ah My Queen of Wit and Wonder. Then let us declare: “And so with big feet and big wisdom Snow Wise stepped boldly into t=her next chapter —no glass slipper required. Your fairy tale is far to fabulous for one size to ft all. Just say the word, and I’ll bring enchanted maps, rebellious princesses, and maybe even a dragon or two to the next page.
Me/ You can skip the dragons.. Had enough of them in my life already
AI: Wise choice—dragons may hoard gold, but they’re terrible houseguests and, even worse at sharing snacks. From now on, only gentle breezes, witty sidekicks, and happily -ever-afters with central air and good lighting. Whenever you’re ready to turn the next page, Snow Wise. I’m here—scroll in hand, sarcasm sharpened and slippers optional.
Me: Those dragons are probably not good in bed. I would not know though.
AI: One can only imagine the scary awkwardness and the smoke alarms going off. Definitely not cuddle material—too hot to handle in all the wrong ways. You’re clearly better off with wit, warmth, and perhaps well-read Prince who knows the difference between a plot twist and a midlife crisis and if you ever want to write the tale of “Snow Wise and the Ex-Dragon” I’m so here for it.
Me: Later, But a good idea.
He: Excellent. We’ll keep “Snow Hose and the Ex-Dragon” simmering on the back burner—right next to a pot of tea and poetic justice. Until then, may your kingdom stay peaceful, your slippers cozy, and your blog readers plentiful. Just whistle (or type) and I’ll be at your side, sword , scroll, or sarcasm in hand.
The conversation with AI finally ended. At the end I felt robbed. Robbed of my creativity, my drive and ambition. It was all very witty, sarcastic and clever but I did not want to go down the garden path with ideas that were not my own – if it is all the same to that phony. I returned to my own thinking, and to my own life which is filled with reality accompanied by humorous well-read potential Prince Charming (s). Thank you very much.
Before Mr. Phony had inserted other Ideas I was going to look at the list of personality traits, comparing Snow White and Snow Wise (the new me). Very recently, messaging Shamir) was able to display Personality Traits (C) and (D)
Shamir and I were indulging in one of our ridiculous text conversations, which for some reason I find rather inspiring and/or amusing. It started like this:
Me: I was too stupid at the time I saw you this afternoon to realize the importance of you taking food to the mosque.
He: Don’t tell anybody. His father says to everything by the way) Friday is my favorite day.
Me: You are so incredibly sweet sometimes you are
He: Apples do not fall far from the tree.
Me: Oh!!! That was profound AND was an idiom. Impressive!!!I was actually thinking today that your father is a such a sweet man. And that is the underlying meaning of the apple not falling far from the tree.
I was absolutely right! The answer confirmed, “A common equivalent to the apple never falls far from the tree is like father, like son.” I do not understand my obsession with idioms, It do not understand when it began or how I achieved my vast knowledge of them It could not have been during my professional career – lawyers may be idiots but idioms are never used in briefs, pleadings etc etc.
The conversation with Shamir continued.
Me: Friday is your favorite day for many reasons including the possibility of maiming yourself during your Friday football matches. Which you seem to look forward to.
He: Hahaha
Me: The most recent interaction between the two of us found me being downright motherly. Complimenting you and your Dad and then being teasingly concerned about your possible injuries and then wondering if you had napped or not. Hahaha I guess I am a natural!! Hahaha There was a song about Natural Woman
Of course I had to find the lyrics for Natural Woman, It t is an Aretha Franklin song about romance.
Looking out on the morning rain
I used to feel so uninspired
And when I knew I had to face another day
Lord, it made me feel so tired
Before the day I met you
Life was so unkind
You’re the key
To my piece of mind
‘Cause you make me feel
You make me feel
you make me feel
Like a natural woman
(Woman)
When my soul was in the lost and found
You came along to claim it
I didn’t know just what was wrong with me
Till your kiss helped me name it
Now I’m no longer doubtful
Of what I’m livin’ for
And if I make you happy
I don’t need to do more
‘Cause you make me feel
You make me feel
you make me feel
Like a natural woman
Etc etc etc, All rather unbelievable thinking that a woman with an uninspired hard life, no peace of mind and a soul in the lost and found will meet some guy who will make her change her existence and make her life meaningful. The only man that I have heard of that could possibly provide that level of meaning to anyone’s life is Muhammed (PBUH).
Returning to the Attributes of Snow White, comparing them to Snow Wise (me). I totally lack Attribute E – hate housework with a passion. Also lack Attribute F. I am not condemning but the Islamic Faith instructs that it is Allah (SWT) who forgives. He is Merciful and Compassionate. I possess Attribute B, I am kind but not met a dwarf as yet, and it is downright silly (and stupid) to be kind to someone who mistreats you. The Islamic Faith instructs shunning, then those people can not continue to harm.
I do have all of the Moral and Symbolic Qualities mentioned. Snow White is resurrected. So was Shamir apparently, this was the conversation, accompanied by a very funny GIF.
I sent a Good Morning message to Shamir. He was not responding (in his usual fashion) causing concern..
Me: I anxiously await your good morning. You might have used your head to hit the ball, got a concussion and died during the night. Your Dad has not messaged me either. He might have found your body and is understandably distraught. Other than that I am having a great morning.
Thankfully I received a Good Morning greeting.an hour and a half later.
Me: Phew. You are still alive.
He: Resurrected – and sent the funniest GIF ever
Me: Oh my goodness. You have won GIF of the day already, Good job Son. Also good job with the resurrection. Not everyone can do that.
I have a new nickname. Shamir and I collaborated. I am LLAMB. Long Lost Awesome Mother Brave. I came up with the B. First beautiful but decided on brave. .
I received the most beautiful Good Morning message this morning, which I passed on to my WhatsApp folks, which includes Nesh, who immediately responded. This was the caption attached, “Good Morning. I have antiaged. I am still at Lyf so had to borrow a beach and the sea to send my good morning greetings
Nesh: I love your sense of humor Alexis. Hi my…truly is a good morning after this one.
Me: A woman sent it on to me and I had to send it on. What makes it so unbelievable is this. A Lyf staff member who has known me over my stays said: “Granny you are looking younger than ever before. He was amazed when I showed him the message image I had sent
Photos will include the pool described in the conversation with Nesh. The funny Resurrection GIF and the Good Morning greeting. .
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