“Not just beautiful, though— the stars are like the trees in the forest, alive and breathing. And they’re watching me.” – Haruki Murakami points of light above reflections of reverence a hallowed stillness * * * Stars Everywhere ~ The magical illumination of stars, hung in celebration of the holiday season, may be found throughout … More Starry Night
“How beautifully leaves grow old. How full of light and color are their last days.” — George Burns summer spill over branches dripping copper leaves will line my pockets * * * Copper Beech • Grand old tree lives up to its name • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Treasured” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor … More Treasured
“Time unfolds beauty, wonder, and mystery to reveal the auspicious tapestry of life.” ― A.D. Posey nature’s creation tapestry beyond compare carpet of prayer * * * Nature’s Tapestry ~ Forest floor carpet • Photo and “Tapestry” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“The world turned upside down —in a good way— for one black velvet night.” Karen Fortunati come Halloween night pumpkins grin to make us smile goblins try to scare * * * Upside Down Night ~ Halloween fixins • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Scary Stuff” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” – Desmond Tutu golden petals glow shimmer as a candle’s flame defeat of darkness * * * Nighttime Light ~ Golden Zinnia blossom a beacon in the dark • Photo and “Darkness” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Patience is, in and of itself, a great challenge and it often holds the key to breaking through a seeming impasse.” — Daisaku Ikeda follow road to goal perceived obstacle blocks way persistence wins out * * * No Entry ~ Silken spider web impedes Vermont covered bridge crossing • Photo by John Kurowski • … More Barrier
“Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop” – Ovid blankets of still earth quilted with tufts of flowers summer rests in peace * * * Season’s End ~ Tired tractor at Burnett’s Country Gardens, Salem, Conn., retired ‘til spring • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Earned Rest” haiku poem by Mary … More Earned Rest
“Life consists of two sides… light and dark, joy and sorrow. Without a balance, one cannot fully experience a full and well-rounded life.” — JoAnn Ross still-life of readings accounts of joy and sorrow well-thumbed pages * * * Still Life with Open Bible ~ In this 1885 painting, said to symbolize the different views … More Open Book
“If I’m left high and dry at the end of this wild journey, just taking it is a great feeling.” — Olivia Wilde seeking safe harbor sailing through troubled waters sea of discontent * * * Safe Harbor ~ Three-masted barque model sits safe and sound at Little Compton, RI, home dock • Photo and … More High and Dry
“I saw a tree dancing in the wind, and it said to me, ‘I’m not doing this to entertain you, but to remind you of what life is — a dance in the wind!” ~ Michael Bassey Johnson cold winds are blowing trees bending over lost leaves winter’s welcome dance * * * Sculptural Weavings … More Windblown
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 