“Why do we love the sea? It is because it has some potent power to make us think things we like to think.” — Robert Henri wildness of water calming to suffering souls entranced by its spell * * * Seagull sits for hours, mesmerized • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Spellbound” haiku by Mary … More Spellbound
“The world accommodates you for fitting in, but only rewards you for standing out.” — Matshona Dhliwayo stand out from the crowd be an individual just be who you are * * * This common seagull stands out from the background gathering of Canada Geese. Gulls have a cosmopolitan distribution, making their presence known on … More Stand Out
“Some of the most important conversations I’ve ever had occurred at my family’s dinner table.” — Bob Ehrlich sustenance that counts shared bits of banter and news feeding on table talk * * * Places set for three, neighborhood feathered friends share table talk and seeds of the day • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Table Talk
“In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.” — Deepak Chopra all nature stands still wind, water. beautiful bird time of reflection * * * Nature, with all its stillness, well of quiet for the mind and soul • “Stillness” watercolor painting and haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“Sometimes we all want to be like a statue: Always calm; always observer; always listening; always fearless and always inspiring!” — Mehmet Murat ildan still as life statues standing firm on principle spirited sculptures * * * Cormorants pose as living statues in nature’s version of street theater art • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Living Sculpture
“We have a responsibility to stand watch over one another, we are watchers, all of us, watchers, guarding against the darkness.” — Dean Koontz keeping an eye out watching out for those around basics of concern * * * Nesting sparrow pokes head out of house, always on guard • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More On Guard
“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” — Henry Ford family bonding assembly of young minds learning together * * * Under mama’s watchful eye, still fuzzy Canada Geese brood huddles together as if to figure the best way to navigate their big new world • Photo by Jan … More Togetherness
“The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.” — Jimmy Johnson when stars shine their light standout an understatement extraordinary Well over six feet tall, the Sandhill Crane on the Blithewold estate lawn is a standout presence in its own right, not to be outdone by a simply extraordinary peacock with its iridescent … More Extraordinary
“There is little in life so reassuring as a genuine welcome.” — Robin Hobb welcome with a smile joy of meeting and greeting ignite happiness * * * The Greeter –- One of six big, beautiful, bamboo birds that greet visitors to the Bristol, RI, summer estate of Augustus and Marjorie Van Wickle, this dapper … More Greeter
“Togetherness is forged in the gentle arms a family cuddle.” — Sophia Loren snuggle together warmth and closeness soothe the soul comfort of cuddles * * * Comfort in numbers, Muscovy ducklings all tucked in with Mama • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Snuggles” haiku by Mary O’Connor • Happy Mother’s Day! © 2025
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