“The realities of the world seldom measure up to the sublime designs of human imagination.” — Bryant H. McGill * * * “Art in Public Places” Las Olas Riverwalk sculpture, Fort Lauderdale, Florida; artists Gina Grosso and Neda Mokhtari; donated by Nova University School; photo by Mary O’Connor © 2015
once it is broken down into organized, actionable elements.” — Scott Belsky * * * Individual bricks and pieces are organized by color in the Pick a Brick display at the 5th Avenue (NYC) Lego Shop. Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2015
and my heart smile through my eyes, that I may scatter rich smiles in sad hearts.” — Paramahansa Yogananda Enjoy this coming Valentine’s Day, as we scatter a few happy smiles of our own in sad hearts! * * * Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2015
even the beautiful and wonderful things — the more they become invisible to us. That is why we often take for granted the beauty of this world: the flowers, the trees, the birds, the clouds — even those we love. Because we see things so often, we see them less and less.” – Joseph B. … More “The more often we see the things around us…
the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” – Pablo Picasso * * * Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2010, with thanks to Culinary Artist Nicky O.
Come freely. Go safely; and leave something of the happiness you bring.” — Bram Stoker Enjoy this Day of Thanksgiving! * * * Ivy and dried hydrangea welcome wreath, Main Street, Essex, Connecticut. Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2014
and as an opal changes its colors and its fire to match the nature of a day, so do I.” ― John Steinbeck “The day before was cold and crisp, so as the sun came out on what was predicted to be a warmer day, you can see the effect of the changeover on the … More “There are as many worlds as there are kinds of days,
“is like a sunset, a blaze of color — oranges, pearly pinks, vibrant purples…” * * * Quote by Anna Godberson, The Luxe Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2014
“You are not to see that now. Time will reveal it. Be patient.” — Swami Sivananda
“before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.” — John Quincy Adams * * * Life Sculptures at the Bee and the Thistle Inn, Old Lyme. Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2014
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 