“The apparent world, the one which is perceived, with its figures, its brightness, its colors, is a psychical product, a creation of the observer.” — Vasco Ronchi look up at the stars sensation of wondrous sight sense of existence * * * Brilliance of Leonardo DaVinci’s artistic and scientific fascination is displayed in “DaVinci,” a … More Brilliance
“In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant friends.” — Okakura Kakuzo perfumed with color blossoms of scent and softness balm for one’s sorrow * * * Bouquets of flowers spread their loveliness, a gift of comfort. With thanks to all for their best wishes at time of my sister, Judy’s, passing • Photo and … More Comfort
“You have to create your life. You have to carve it like a sculpture.” — William Shatner sculpted marble stone excess carved away in space creation of life * * * Essence of sculpture, a reflection of existence • Photo and “Sculpted” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“There is no place like the beach… where the land meets the sea and the sea meets the sky.” — Umair Siddiqui mesmerizing state caught up in nature’s comfort landscape of relief * * * Sun, sea, blue sky and Adirondack chairs—ingredients of peace and comfort • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Seashore” haiku by … More Seashore
“The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do.” — Sarah Ban Breathnach so much to look at dreaming big dreams of prospects world filled with wonder * * * If cats can dream, that’s exactly what Molly does as she sits each day, mesmerized by … More Dreamer
“Forget the years, forget distinctions. Leap into the boundless and make it your home.” — Zhuangzi moment by moment realize joy of being natural movement * * * Movements of Brown Pelican reflect joy of being. Call it a natural expression of Zen • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Practice of Zen” haiku by Mary … More Practice of Zen
“When you have no idea how to surrender and you’re tied up in knots, just breathe!” — Judith Orloff tied up in a knot alarm and worries constrict relax and feel free * * * Pelican gains forward headway regardless of tangled perspective • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Tied in knots” haiku by Mary … More Tied in knots
“Chill out, relax and have an open mind.” — George Noory playground of blue sky place to soar and glide and chill set calm spirit free * * * Brown Pelican takes advantage of blue sky’s aerodynamic currents • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Chill out” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“Magic is seeing the wonder in nature’s every little thing, seeing how wonderful the fireflies are and how magical are the dragonflies.” — Ama H. Vanniarachchy filmy strands of blue drawing sky closer to me tendrils of sunlight * * * Sculpted by artist and metal fabricator, Huelani Mei, translucent wings of a dragonfly delight … More Dragonfly
“For every truth there is an ear somewhere to hear it.” — Ivan Panin put ear to the ground listen to accounts of fact instrument of truth * * * Sculptor Huelani Mei’s Forest Forms on the grounds of the Bonnet House invite visitors to explore the beauty of art and nature with larger-than-life creations … More Big Ears
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 