“The heart is like a flower. Unless it is open, it cannot release its fragrance into the world.” — Rajneesh scent of pure goodness spreading in the gentle wind heaven sent beauty * * * Fragrance in the Air ~ Spring blossoms spread sensations of loveliness • Photo and “Heaven’s Scent” haiku by Mary O’Connor … More Heaven’s Scent
“Beauty, to me, is about being comfortable in your own skin.” — Gwyneth Paltrow no need for make-up superfluous indulgence beauty is within * * * Appearance Counts ~ Skin of iguanas can vary in color, from vibrant greens to muted browns, helping them camouflage within their environments • Photo and “Natural Beauty” haiku by … More Natural Beauty
“Children need to have stand-and-stare time, time imagining and pursuing their own thinking processes or assimilating their experiences through play or just observing the world around them.” – Teresa Belton so much to absorb treasures hidden all around soaking up knowledge * * * Discovery Time ~ Still in their pinfeathers, young Egyptian geese step … More Big Wide World
“Touch the earth, speak of love, walk on common ground.” — Steven van Zandt where orchids are found so is the beauty of peace patch of emotion * * * Ground Cover ~ Tiny orchids bring great pleasure • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Patch of Peace” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2024
“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
“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
“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
“We go to sanctuaries to remember the things we hold most dear, the things we cherish and love.” — William Cronon haven of stillness place of quietness and strength restocked lifeforce * * * Sanctuary Entrance ~ Sunlight paves way into quiet place • Photo by Jan Logozzo • Blog and “Sanctuary” haiku by Mary … More Sanctuary
“Fertilizer does no good in a heap, but a little spread around works miracles all over.” — Richard Brinsley Sheridan heap rose upon rose display of garden’s beauty magnificent pile * * * Look Up ~ Rose upon rose heightens beauty • “Top of the Heap” haiku and photo by Mary O’Connor © 2024
“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
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 