“You never know you’re in a bubble until it pops.” — Andrew Revkin life in a bubble comfortable and secure lost reality * * * Living in one’s own bubble, shielded from actuality • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “In a Bubble” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“Your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. There are a million ways to be kind, amazing, fabulous, creative, bold, and interesting.” — Kerli fabulous fifties decade of extravagance dazzling chrome and fins *. *. * Classic car lovers and retro enthusiasts alike find much to enjoy at the Dauer Museum of Classic … More Fabulous
“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” – John Muir place of soothing joy healing reserve of beauty nature’s sacred ground * * * Formed by sand and stones from melting Ice Age glaciers, the 30’ diameter, 15’ deep granite Basin in Franconia Notch, NH, … More Soothing
“Nature is also great fun. To pretend that nature isn’t fun is to miss much of the joy of being alive.” — Diane Ackerman veiled entanglement examine its wild delight takes your breath away * * * Covered with snow, buried net becomes frozen tapestry of nature • Photo by Terry Logozzo • “Wild Delight” … More Wild Delight
“I will love the light for it shows me the way, yet I will endure the darkness because it shows me the stars.” — Og Mandino glow of light within bursts forth as promise of peace fills new year with hope * * * Holiday lights deliver greetings of health, happiness and peace in the … More Light in the Darkness
“I’m going to North Pole to help out Santa this year.” — Jimmy Fallon sure-footed helper shiny red nose not needed move over Rudolph * * * Miles of snow and Nala is in her element. Wishing a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! • “North Pole” haiku by Mary O’Connor • Photo by … More North Pole
“A cold wind was blowing from the north, and it made the trees rustle like living things.” — George R. R. Martin stripped clean of treasured golden autumn leaves, branches bow to bully winds * * * As the moods of seasons change, so nature adapts • Tennessee artist Gloria McRoberts depicts the seasonal transformation … More Windswept
The arts have long been an integral and vibrant part of our nation’s cultural heritage. In its many forms, art enables us to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and of our society.” — William J. Clinton artists’ creations heritage preserved in paint portraits of spirit * * * The Stonington Lobster Trap Tree features … More Hand-painted Heritage
“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” — Hamilton Wright Mabie festive lights and cheer holiday remembrances reflect time and love * * * Built with lobster traps and 460 hand-painted buoys, the Stonington (CT) Lobster Trap Tree lights up the town dock in annual tribute to the … More Holiday Tribute
“The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too.” — Samuel Butler total devotion joyful canine behavior playful dance of love * * * Bundle of energy and fun, Pepper … More Best Buddy
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 