“Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop” – Ovid blankets of still earth quilted with tufts of flowers summer rests in peace * * * Season’s End ~ Tired tractor at Burnett’s Country Gardens, Salem, Conn., retired ‘til spring • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Earned Rest” haiku poem by Mary … More Earned Rest
“Life consists of two sides… light and dark, joy and sorrow. Without a balance, one cannot fully experience a full and well-rounded life.” — JoAnn Ross still-life of readings accounts of joy and sorrow well-thumbed pages * * * Still Life with Open Bible ~ In this 1885 painting, said to symbolize the different views … More Open Book
“If I’m left high and dry at the end of this wild journey, just taking it is a great feeling.” — Olivia Wilde seeking safe harbor sailing through troubled waters sea of discontent * * * Safe Harbor ~ Three-masted barque model sits safe and sound at Little Compton, RI, home dock • Photo and … More High and Dry
“I saw a tree dancing in the wind, and it said to me, ‘I’m not doing this to entertain you, but to remind you of what life is — a dance in the wind!” ~ Michael Bassey Johnson cold winds are blowing trees bending over lost leaves winter’s welcome dance * * * Sculptural Weavings … More Windblown
“Some days seem to fit together like a stained glass window. A hundred little pieces of different color and mood that, when combined, create a complete picture.” — Maggie Stiefvater splendid perspective sunlit glass fused with color magnified beauty * * * Sunlit ~ Monarch Butterfly template for Tiffany Glass • Photo by Jan Logozzo … More Stained Glass
“The magic, the wonder, the mystery and the innocence of a child’s heart are the seeds of creativity that will heal the world.” — Michael Jackson colors fresh and new wonder that lands in my hand world full of magic * * * Enchantment ~ Two-year-old Orlo is captivated by visit of such a wondrous … More Innocence
“Paradises can only be made with our own hands, with our own creativity in harmony with the free creativity of nature.” — Friedensreich Hundertwasser nature’s art palette all colors textures and shapes cosmic potential * * * Surrounded by Paradise ~ Their own creations through nature are seen at the home of Chrissie and John … More Paradise
“When you see how fragile and delicate life can be, all else fades into the background.” — Jenna Morasca pale blossom colors thrive with tenderness of touch delicate beauty * * * Gentle Touch ~ Soft pink Zinnia petals offer perfect resting spot for delicate Colias genus butterfly • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Delicate” … More Delicate
“Great art picks up where nature ends.” – Marc Chagall splendor in garden painting on nature’s canvas portable artscape * * * Artist at Work ~ Eastern Tiger Swallowtail enhances simple beauty of Butterfly Bush • “Great Art” haiku poem and butterfly photo by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.” — Jenny Han summer’s fruits and gifts harvests of farmer’s labors tastes of pure pleasure * * * Favorite Foods ~ From farm to table • “Favorites” haiku poem and photo by Mary O’Connor © 2022
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 