“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
“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
“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
“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
“We have forgotten how to be good guests, how to walk lightly on the earth as its other creatures do.” — Barbara Ward walk through the garden appreciate its beauty sustainable green * * * Where Flowers Bloom ~ Accommodating guest • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Environmental Care” haiku and blog post by Mary … More Environmental Care
“Having a safe space to imagine and dream and (re)invent yourself is the first step to being happy and successful, whatever road you choose to pursue.” — Ashley Bryan securing safe space priority of the day place of well-being * * * Under Cover ~ Pine tree canopy provides safe shelter • “Safe Space” haiku … More Safe Space
“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take in between two deep breaths.” — Etty Hillesum working long and hard not always best therapy better to relax * * * Recharging ~ Wood Storks at Wakodahatchee Wetlands take break from day’s activity • Photo and “Best Approach” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More Best Approach
“Great ideas need landing gear as well as wings.” — Charles Douglas Jackson smooth flight important but won’t matter in the end without safe landing * * * Flaps Down ~ Wood Stork circles in for landing over Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray, Fla • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Flaps Down” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More Flaps Down
“When you look into the eyes of an animal you’ve rescued, you can’t help but fall in love.” — Paul Shaffer always there to please gaze of unqualified love best friend forever * * * Tucker ~ Enjoying new life with best friend, Donna, in his now “Forever Home.” • “BFF” haiku and watercolor painting … More BFF
“People will stare. Make it worth their while.” — Harry Winston haircut a mistake allowed it to all grow back misguided advice * * * Bad Hair Day ~ Styled as a mop • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Hairdo” haiku by Mary O’Connor
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 