“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
“Umpiring is best described as the profession of standing between two seven-year-olds with one ice cream cone.” — Ron Luciano one scoop not enough stack up favorite flavors frozen happiness * * * Favorite spot of visitors to the Wee Fairie Village, the Bury Me in Sprinkles Ice Cream Shoppe draws lines of tiny customers … More Ice Cream
“Life is short and unpredictable. Eat the dessert first!” — Helen Keller begin with the last finish off meal with dessert good life formula * * * Cutie Pie Bakery Shop delights visitors to the Florence Griswold Museum’s Wee Faerie Village. Created by artist Betsy Himmelman and members of the Deep River Promethea Arts Studio, … More Sweet Spot
“Color! What a deep and mysterious language, the language of dreams” — Paul Gauguin riot of color red blue gold all competing unspoken language infusing tincture of joy proclamation of delight * * * Pulled in by color, breathtaking is an understatement • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Captured” tanka* by Mary O’Connor © 2025 … More Captured
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 