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Monday, December 22, 2008

Zen Monday: #28



On Zen Monday you experience the photo and tell us what you think, rather than me telling you what the photo's about.
There's no right or wrong. If the photo evokes something in you, that's all it is.

Excuse me while I break with tradition to announce that today is an important day in Zen Monday history.

I've figured out/remembered where the idea came from. I thought it came from me, but it didn't. I got it from Mitch Rossow at Mitchster.com. Mitch planted the seed in my brain with this post. I didn't realize it at the time, nor did I realize that Mitch was doing a semi-regular Saturday Moment of Zen. He was first, and I still think that snowman with the yellow hat is the best Zen post ever. I'm still looking for a Zen Monday photo as good as that one. I may always seek it.

Thank you, Mitch.
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24 comments:

  1. John SandelDecember 22, 2008 at 12:37 AM

    What is the sound of one business failing?

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  2. Laurie AlleeDecember 22, 2008 at 1:18 AM

    I have to come back in the morning and try again ... I'm too busy laughing at Bernie K's to come up with anything now.

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  3. T ThompsonDecember 22, 2008 at 5:32 AM

    Bernie wins...

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  4. Susan CDecember 22, 2008 at 7:53 AM

    Brilliant, Bernie. You're leaving the rest of us speechless.

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  5. VandaDecember 22, 2008 at 8:05 AM

    I would like to lease some noodles.

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  6. AnonymousDecember 22, 2008 at 8:21 AM

    And zen there were none.

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  7. Cafe ObserverDecember 22, 2008 at 9:37 AM

    Ah, yes the most popular store names this year:

    1st: For Lease!
    2nd: Closing Business Sale!

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  8. Pascal JimDecember 22, 2008 at 10:25 AM

    Out...Out damned spot, I count 6 flops at this address...Sad.

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  9. UnknownDecember 22, 2008 at 10:32 AM

    Joyeux Noel dear Petrea!
    Bisous

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  10. John SandelDecember 22, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    Stéphane wins. Let's enjoy what we have! Non-alcoholic beer, woo-hoo!

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  11. HearkenCreativeDecember 22, 2008 at 10:58 AM

    The names and faces change, but the beautiful Old Town Pasadena architecture stays the same...

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  12. UnknownDecember 22, 2008 at 11:36 AM

    The tragic consequences of Tampopo not being available on DVD.

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  13. Susan CDecember 22, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    I never tried this place, but just checked out all the negative comments on Yelp. The writing was on the wall before the for lease sign was in the window.

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  14. USelaineDecember 22, 2008 at 1:50 PM

    For Lease, (or you can rent it, one moment at a time).

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  15. marleyDecember 22, 2008 at 4:41 PM

    Not sure if its the right time to start my new business. I'll get back to you!

    Thats what I think anyway :)

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  16. pasadenapioDecember 22, 2008 at 7:15 PM

    I'm quite sure RiceZen has moved to Rice Park.

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  17. Cafe ObserverDecember 22, 2008 at 7:39 PM

    De sound of 1 bizness failing includes more than 1 sound:

    Tears
    "WTF??"
    Anger
    Gasps
    Stress
    Gossip
    Rumor
    In some cases, political grandstanding
    and, Shutter Clicks....

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  18. magiceyeDecember 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM

    RICE ZEN?!

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  19. JillyDecember 23, 2008 at 2:51 AM

    I remember's Mitch's photograph and left a comment at the time. Great that inspired you.

    Today's made me feel hungry until I saw the For Lease sign and then I felt sad. I fear we'll see many more of these signs as the REcession gets deeper.

    Then I read other comments and realise it wasn't the best place to eat in the first place.

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  20. Petrea BurchardDecember 23, 2008 at 8:50 AM

    If I were giving prizes today I'd give one to Bernie, but also to Cliff and to Ann!

    But who am I to judge?

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  21. Mister EarlDecember 23, 2008 at 9:52 AM

    What did the Zen Bhuddist say to the hot dog vendor?

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  22. UnknownDecember 23, 2008 at 10:21 AM

    Mister Earl:

    Make me one with everything!

    One of my favorites.

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  23. MitchDecember 23, 2008 at 12:07 PM

    Zen indeed.
    Thanks for the nod, wish I got here earlier. Lost of great comments!

    You reminded me of the Zen series that I dropped a while back. I'm starting it back up again this Saturday. Stop by when you get a chance. Happy Holidays!
    - Mitch

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  24. PatDecember 24, 2008 at 7:35 AM

    I love Bernie's comment. For me, the contrast of the original sign and the For Lease sign say, "Impermanence!"

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I appreciate your comment. You are a nice person—smart and good looking, too.