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

Caution

“Allow yourself to experience every step of the journey, both the joy and the pain.” — Eleanor Brown hazardous problem unexpected change in route delayed ETA *   *   * Step Carefully ~ Alligator rests in sunny spot • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Caution” haiku and blog post by Mary O’Connor © 2024

Spread Your Wings

“We were all born with wings. In times of doubt, spread them.” — Kevin Myers appendage of hope spread wide in belief and trust lift above darkness *   *   * Safe under My Wing ~ Great Egret stretches by nest with its two pale blue eggs as she preens, wing spread in an impressive 55” … More Spread Your Wings

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

Sanctuary

“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

Top of the Heap

“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

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