Turned Sideways

“Walls turned sideways are bridges.” —Angela Davis roots serve as anchor foothold for those unsettled essential support *   *   * Growing Sideways ~ Banyon trees are known for their aerial roots that grow from the branches and descend to the ground where they anchor the tree and form additional trunks. Some specimens cover several acres … More Turned Sideways

New Perspective

“Each sunrise brings a new day filled with new hopes for a new beginning.” — Debasish Mridha sunrise erases past tomorrow begins today troubles out of sight *   *   * New Horizon ~ Sunrise presents perspective of hope • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “New Perspective” haiku and blog post by Mary O’Connor © 2924 … More New Perspective

Job Interview

“The secret to a successful hire is this: look for the people who want to change the world.” — Marc Benioff dress to show my worth strong image sways selection really want that job *   *   * Preparation ~ Egret preens finery to present self in best light • “Job Interview” haiku and photo by … More Job Interview

Ballerina

“The physical language of the body is so much more powerful than words.” — Bill Irwin classical movements lines and shapes of expression loftiest language *   *   * Aerial Maneuver ~ Great Blue Heron lands smoothly—a finished ballet • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Ballerina” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2024

Rich Diet

“Your body is the direct result of what you eat as well as what you don’t eat.” – Gloria Swanson eat beautiful foods benefit from head to toe nutrient richness *   *   * Shades of Pink ~ The color of Roseate Spoonbill plumage is diet-driven. Feathers can range from pale to bright pink, depending on … More Rich Diet

Embrace

“Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.” — Albert Einstein reach in wide circle grasp totality of life take in its richness *   *   * Dynamics at Work ~ With its wingspan of 60-65 inches, Wood … More Embrace

Environmental Care

“We have forgotten how to be good guests, how to walk lightly on the earth as its other creatures do.” — Barbara Ward walk through the garden appreciate its beauty sustainable green *   *   * Where Flowers Bloom ~ Accommodating guest • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Environmental Care” haiku and blog post by Mary … More Environmental Care

Safe Space

“Having a safe space to imagine and dream and (re)invent yourself is the first step to being happy and successful, whatever road you choose to pursue.” — Ashley Bryan securing safe space priority of the day place of well-being *   *   * Under Cover ~ Pine tree canopy provides safe shelter • “Safe Space” haiku … More Safe Space

Best Approach

“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take in between two deep breaths.” — Etty Hillesum working long and hard not always best therapy better to relax *   *   * Recharging ~ Wood Storks at Wakodahatchee Wetlands take break from day’s activity • Photo and “Best Approach” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More Best Approach

Flaps Down

“Great ideas need landing gear as well as wings.” — Charles Douglas Jackson smooth flight important but won’t matter in the end without safe landing *   *   * Flaps Down ~ Wood Stork circles in for landing over Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray, Fla • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Flaps Down” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More Flaps Down