“The magic, the wonder, the mystery and the innocence of a child’s heart are the seeds of creativity that will heal the world.” — Michael Jackson colors fresh and new wonder that lands in my hand world full of magic * * * Enchantment ~ Two-year-old Orlo is captivated by visit of such a wondrous … More Innocence
“Some tension is necessary for the soul to grow, and we can put that tension to good use.” — Joan Z. Borysenko tight ropes and pulleys infrastructure of progress critical tension * * * Lines of Progress ~ Waiting to Sail • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Tension” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Paradises can only be made with our own hands, with our own creativity in harmony with the free creativity of nature.” — Friedensreich Hundertwasser nature’s art palette all colors textures and shapes cosmic potential * * * Surrounded by Paradise ~ Their own creations through nature are seen at the home of Chrissie and John … More Paradise
“When you see how fragile and delicate life can be, all else fades into the background.” — Jenna Morasca pale blossom colors thrive with tenderness of touch delicate beauty * * * Gentle Touch ~ Soft pink Zinnia petals offer perfect resting spot for delicate Colias genus butterfly • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Delicate” … More Delicate
“Time was plentiful, a spilling basket of golden minutes and hours.” ― Suanne Laqueur sunshine brightens time save its rays for tomorrow beacons of promise * * * Golden Minutes ~ Overflowing daisies • “Promise” haiku and photo by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“The crickets usher in a softness that smooths the harsh edges of a day now passing.” — Craig D. Lounsbrough sitting on the steps listening to the crickets closing out the day * * * Edge of Day ~ Sunset at Oyster River • “Surround Sound” haiku poem and photo by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Great art picks up where nature ends.” – Marc Chagall splendor in garden painting on nature’s canvas portable artscape * * * Artist at Work ~ Eastern Tiger Swallowtail enhances simple beauty of Butterfly Bush • “Great Art” haiku poem and butterfly photo by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.” — Jenny Han summer’s fruits and gifts harvests of farmer’s labors tastes of pure pleasure * * * Favorite Foods ~ From farm to table • “Favorites” haiku poem and photo by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“Looking and seeing are two different things.” — John Paul Caponigro window reflections may be seen as distortions shouldn’t blame the glass * * * Crystal Image ~ Viewed through the curvatures of a photographer’s Lensball, peaceful vista of Rocky Neck shoreline takes on new perspective • Photo by Jan Logozzo © 2022
“The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy.” — Henry Ward Beecher just a tiny touch spark of light in the darkness that is all it takes * * * Spotlight ~ Ray of sunshine lights up rings of golden stamen • Photo and “Ignite” haiku … More Ignite
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 