“But all God’s angels come to us disguised.” — James Russell Lowell tropical angels gracing azure blue waters heavenly blessings *. *. * One of over 2,000 works by Zimbabwean artists in the ZimSculpt exhibition at the Fort Lauderdale Bonnet House, this highly polished Angelfish sculpture is carved in Springstone, an exceptionally hard, semi-precious stone. … More Angels
“I prefer winter and fall, when you feel the bone structure of the landscape. Something waits beneath it; the whole story doesn’t show.” – Andrew Wyeth swathed in winter’s cold frost bitten limbs of the earth seasonal silence * * * Bone chilling cold numbs rebirth and growth • “Winterscape” watercolor painting and haiku by Mary … More Winterscape
“You never know you’re in a bubble until it pops.” — Andrew Revkin life in a bubble comfortable and secure lost reality * * * Living in one’s own bubble, shielded from actuality • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “In a Bubble” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” – John Muir place of soothing joy healing reserve of beauty nature’s sacred ground * * * Formed by sand and stones from melting Ice Age glaciers, the 30’ diameter, 15’ deep granite Basin in Franconia Notch, NH, … More Soothing
“Nature is also great fun. To pretend that nature isn’t fun is to miss much of the joy of being alive.” — Diane Ackerman veiled entanglement examine its wild delight takes your breath away * * * Covered with snow, buried net becomes frozen tapestry of nature • Photo by Terry Logozzo • “Wild Delight” … More Wild Delight
“Solitude isn’t loneliness. Solitude is when the entire universe seems to surround and hold you quietly.” — Victoria Erickson sound of solitude gentle touches on the shore breath of tranquility * * * Deserted winter beach invites passers-by to reflect and recharge • Photo by Terry Logozzo • “Recharge” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“There is no winter without snow, no spring without sunshine, and no happiness without companions.” — Korean Proverb waiting out the cold sanctuary in numbers peacefulness of snow * * * White-tailed deer gather together under canopy of barren winter branches • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Sanctuary” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“I will love the light for it shows me the way, yet I will endure the darkness because it shows me the stars.” — Og Mandino glow of light within bursts forth as promise of peace fills new year with hope * * * Holiday lights deliver greetings of health, happiness and peace in the … More Light in the Darkness
“Let us be silent — so we may hear the whisper of the gods.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson deep blanket of snow covers footsteps and turmoil sheer tranquility * * * Blanket of snow fills winter world with silence ٭ Photo by Caroline Logozzo ٭ “Tranquility” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“I’m going to North Pole to help out Santa this year.” — Jimmy Fallon sure-footed helper shiny red nose not needed move over Rudolph * * * Miles of snow and Nala is in her element. Wishing a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! • “North Pole” haiku by Mary O’Connor • Photo by … More North Pole
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 