Allan Nobre

"All the beauty of life is made up of light and shadows." — Leo Tolstoy
“As I sat on my porch, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms, I found myself reflecting deeply on our relationship and the chasm that had grown between us over the years…”
"After what felt like an eternity in the sterile, bright hospital, my uncle came to our rescue with his vibrant red Vespa scooter."
“ I was born on the spring equinox, a day that resonates with profound symbolism and renewal.“
“The connection I felt with that lamb during the journey was profound, and I cherished every moment spent gazing into its captivating features, utterly mesmerised by its beauty and innocence.”
“ I turned five years old on the spring equinox of 1980.”
“ As I hugged the little puppy close, my heart swelled with love instantly!”
“ The 1981 Ibiza was strikingly quieter and far less crowded than the bustling tourist destination it has since become.”
“A black cat named Gypsy – Aunt Chloe’s laid-back companion – lazily lounged atop a chest of drawers, her yellow-green eyes narrowing slightly as they met mine, as if she were silently judging my early rise.“
"I was settled in the back of the boat, surrounded by the gentle sound of the waves, while we were all mesmerised by the sunset."
“To my astonishment, there they stood – flamingos – wading gracefully in the shallows, their elegant forms perfectly mirroring the bright pink of the evening sky.”
"One tale that particularly stirred my imagination was the haunting belief that Es Vedrà was the dwelling place of the sirens from Greek mythology."
“That moment, cradling the tender cherry sapling between us, unfolded with poetic grace as we envisioned the vibrant future.”
“I arrived in London in November 1996, welcomed by a brisk chill that whispered of new beginnings and a promise of fresh opportunities.”
“During my time in London, I had developed the tender habit of seeking out these ancient marbles whenever I longed for him.”
“Mykonos Old Town felt oddly familiar, like a dream I had long cherished, and I quickly fell in love with the allure of Little Venice.“
“On the spring equinox of 2002, I began to perceive performing arts as both a therapeutic endeavour and a cherished hobby, leading me to ponder my future.“
“ Yet, it was the stunning silhouette of Mount Fuji on the horizon that truly left a lasting impression, a remarkable reminder of nature’s unmatchable beauty.”
“The juxtaposition of modernity and tradition created a vibrant tapestry that filled me with awe, but my true passion lay in discovering Japan’s rich traditional architecture and cultural heritage.“
“Attending a geiko performance felt like stepping through a portal into a mysterious, magical world.“
“I watched in awe as she began to transform, merging into a delicate bouquet of white cherry blossoms, each petal whispering secrets of beauty.“
“Suddenly, we spotted a line of camels gracefully trotting along the crest of a distant dune, their silhouettes striking against the golden backdrop.“
“Beside his coffin, decorated with delicate white cherry blossoms, we placed Hyakuraku kou incense, its fragrant smoke curling upwards, symbolising our prayers and wishes for his journey ahead.”
“This body is not me; I am not caught in this body, I am life without boundaries, I have never been born and I have never died. Thích Nhất Hạnh”