bursting upon the world as a child bursts into a room, with a laugh and a shout and hands full of flowers.” — Henry Wadsworth Longfellow * * * Scilia peek through the snow in a greeting of blue. Photo by Ruth Reluga © 2016
that like the palm tree, it strives ever upwards when it is most burdened.” — Philip Sidney * * * Coconuts on palm tree, photo by Jan Logozzo © 2016
you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally, you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world.” — Oscar Wilde * * * Margaritaville Hotel lobby chandelier, Hollywood, Florida, photo by Jan Logozzo © 2016
the passing parade is a day well-spent.” — Garry Trudeau * * * St. Patrick’s Day parade float. Photo by Mary O’Connor © 2016
no matter how close or far apart you may be. A friend is someone who is always there and will always, always care. A friend is a feeling of forever in your heart.” — Unknown * * * “Hands of Hope” handcrafted pottery from Isan Pottery artisans at the Good Shepherd Sister’s Village Vocational Training Centre, Nong Khai, … More “A friend is a hand that is always holding yours,
how to follow their dreams if she is not pursuing her own.” — Amanda’s Books and More * * * Mother muscovy duck and ducklings photo by Jan Logozzo © 2015
Hop off the straight and narrow whenever you can and take the winding paths. Experience the exhilaration of the view from the edge. Because the moments spent there, that take your breath away, are what make you feel truly alive.” — Stacey Charter * * * Train tracks photo by Jan Logozzo © 2015
get ready for the next one, and ride it like you own it.” Quote from Blogstertrio; Photo by Jan Logozzo © 2016
find resources of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” — Rachel Carson * * * Deep in thought. Iguana photo by Andrew, seven years old.
not only in swimming, but in life itself. You always have to have fun. You have to have an open mind. If you’re not enjoying it, don’t do it. Life’s too short.” — Debbie Meyer * * * Muscovy duck swimming, photo by Alex, ten years old © 2016
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 