“The greatest art in the world is the art of storytelling.” — Cecil B. DeMille artist’s tales bring smiles cow tails connect spots of hearts fantasy at best * * * Painted cows grazed the grounds at the FloGris Museum in Old Lyme to promote the museum’s summertime Cow Tales exhibit of animal paintings by … More Cow Tales
“Majesty is not just in size, but in the beauty of the moment.” — Unknown stature of greatness distinction of an icon borders on supreme * * * Tending to be more solitary than female does, the male buck is differentiated by its rack of antlers, which are made of bone and can grow up … More Majestic
“If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.” — Napolean Hill small things fill one’s eyes tiny bouquet of posies petite perfection * * * Tiny little vase holds oversized beauty • Photo and “Little Things” haiku and photo by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“I see a blanket of benevolence covering the planet, helping to transform Earth’s consciousness from fear to love.” — Louise Hay wrap self in comfort would that life be so easy soft as eiderdown * * * Blanket of softness spans the evening sky • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Softness” haiku by Mary O’Connor … More Softness
“When one is remarkably, magnificently, strikingly and unequivocally cute, obedience is overkill.” — Unknown long ears, soulful eyes loyalty personified soul of gentleness * * * Humphrey and Walter, the epitome of beloved Basset Hounds, sit patiently on their people Ron and Scott’s doorstep • Watercolor painting and “Beloved” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“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
“Hiding under the bed doesn’t make the worry stop.” — Cynthia Voigt feeling safe somewhat hiding in nooks and crannies but ditch the red dress * * * Ladybug tucks self away though remains fully in predators’ sight • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Hidden” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“Life would be pretty boring if I didn’t explore. It’s about letting my ears take me on an adventure to soak in everything I can.” — Trombone Shorty ears kept close to ground way to sense what’s going on catch what eyes don’t see * * * Known for its long ears and distinctive white, … More All Ears
“I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion.” — Henry David Thoreau draw of sand and waves nature’s alluring appeal corrupted by crowds * * * Just how many can fit in limited beach space during a disappearing summer season—that is the question … More Jam-packed
“What is peace? Is it war? No. Is it strife? No. Is it lovely, and gentle, and beautiful, and pleasant, and serene, and joyful? O yes!” — Charles Dickens oh, for peacefulness serenity and calm power of stillness * * * Calm waters, still as glass, reflect peace of the evening • Niantic Bay photo … More Serenity
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