“Tomorrow may be fair, however stormy the sky of today.” — Lewis Howard Latimer stormy skies prevail dark clouds loom on horizon forecast worrisome * * * Prefer the light of sun • Photo and “Stormy” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“It matters not whether life is foggy or not as long as your mind’s vision is clear.” —Mehmet Murat ildan hidden behind fog mystery is uncovered beauty and blessings * * * Tangle of marsh grasses a sight to be seen • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Foggy” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“It’s pretty easy to decide to roll with the punches, to look at the enormity of natural disaster and choose to hunker down and do less. It’s more important than ever, I think, to persist and make a dent in the universe instead.” — Seth Godin when the day goes bad better to tackle trouble hiding … More Hunker Down
“A good stance and posture reflect a proper state of mind.” — Morihel Ueshiba stand straight shoulders back good posture boosts self esteem hold head up and high * * * Be inspired and Say Yes! to Your Creative Self. Be one of two lucky winners to receive a complimentary copy of this fun book … More Posturing
“Life is like fording a river, stepping from one slippery stone to another….” — Merle Shain hold on to my hand velvety appearance fools just plain slippery * * * Wet algae-covered rocks pretty, but slick • Photo and “Slippery” haiku by Mary O’Connor Celebrate 2025 with new inspiration and Say Yes! to Your Creative … More Slippery
“Imagine if we treated each new dawn of each new day with the same reverence and joy as we do each new year…” Angie Lynn let the new year dawn leaving yesterday behind hold hope in its place * * * To celebrate the New Year, I am giving a copy of my book, Say … More New Day
“Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about three o’clock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap.” — Barbara Jordan close eyes to the world block out the day’s commotion nothing will be lost * * * Hunter by … More Naptime
“Kindness is like snow— it beautifies everything it covers.” Kahlil Gibran crystalized snowflakes blanketing mountains and plains frosty coats of warmth * * * It’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride, as evidenced by antique toy sleigh and passenger in the Florence Griswold Museum Holiday Magic decor, Old Lyme, CT • “Snowbound” haiku and photo … More Snowbound
“The best Christmas trees come very close to exceeding nature.” — Richelle Goodrich floral ornaments outshine colored Christmas lights adornments of hope * * * A Winter Wonderland of Flowers, created by Stacey Danielson for Florence Griswold Museum 2023 Holiday celebration • Photo and “Floral Ornaments” haiku by Mary O’Connor • A Merry Christmas and … More Floral Ornaments
“Nature’s beauty is a gift that cultivates appreciation and gratitude.” – Louie Schwartzberg holiday decor red holly berries and greens dispatch from heaven * * * Colors of the Season ~ Red berries, green boughs, holiday décor • Photo and “Holiday Decor” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2024
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 