“Sixty-five million years ago the dinosaurs had a bad day.” —Phil Plait we’ve all had bad days this is one to remember a six-pack awaits *. *. * Tired turkey makes its way home after a tough day at work • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Tough Day” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“A baby is born with a need to be loved – and never outgrows it.” — Frank A. Clark very cute am I being precious brings notice love is all I want *. *. * Cuteness of baby Muscovy duck brings oohh’s and aahh’s, at least for the moment. Just wait ‘til he grows up… … More Precious
“My Love Mine All Mine” — Mitski I caught it, it’s mine mine, all mine, keep your hands off simple selfishness *. *. * Osprey guards his dinner catch from any possible thieving pirates • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Possessive” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“Unexpected wonders happen, not on schedule, or when you expect or want them to happen, but if you keep hanging around, they happen.” — Wendell Berry taking a short rest waiting for life to happen unscheduled affair *. *. * Glossy fish crow, common resident along coastal salt waters, hangs out for a moment before … More Rest Stop
“To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdue is the most perfect refreshment.” — Jane Austen deep green shade invites sun pokes thru low hanging leaves coolness and comfort *. *. * With cool shade tempered by warm sun, a perfect place for sitting • “Cool Shade” acrylics painting and … More Cool Shade
“Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind.” — Johannes Brahms construction delayed lumber and hardware shortage nest of twigs will do *. *. * Using pliable shoots for structural engineering, parent-to-be sparrow is ready to proceed with nest construction. Only thing missing is the hardhat • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Construction
“Here the sunflowers, there the hummingbird— equal seekers of sweetness.” —Mary Oliver suspended jewel iridescent wingbeats airborne ruby gem *. *. * Ruby-throated hummingbird hovers in place, one beauty in front of another • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Bejeweled Splendor” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“If we can bring our children understanding, comfort, and hopefulness when they need this kind of support, then they ae more likely to grow into adults who can find these resources within themselves later on.” — Fred Rogers waterside classroom essential life skill schooling put your right foot in *. * * Mama Canada Goose … More Schooling
“Love doesn’t mean doing extraordinary or heroic things. It means knowing how to do ordinary things with tenderness.” — Jean Vanier nurturing with care gentle tenderness and love compassionate strength *. *. * Downy Woodpecker faithfully feeds youngster with nourishment to sustain health and life • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Tenderness” haiku by Mary … More Tenderness
“I miss hanging out with my friends, getting in a little trouble.” —Tiger Woods just hanging around staying away from trouble at least pretending *. *. * Just waiting for someone to toss a discarded fish, hungry pelican hangs out in prime spot by the dock • Acrylics painting and “Hanging Around” haiku by Mary … More Hanging Around
