“It’s in moments like these that you forget how soothing the sea can be, and you remember its power and force.” — Michelle Segrest sails catching the wind bow setting course through life’s seas powerful beauty * * * Wings of the Eagle — US Coast Guard cadets departs from New London, CT on a … More Eagle’s Wings
“Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness in people.” — Roy T. Bennett just lounging around making all who see me smile come and sit with me * * * Catalyst of Smiles ~ Nemo brightens the day just by being himself. Cavapoos, a cross between … More Brighten the Day
“Happiness held is the seed; Happiness shared is the flower.” — John Harrigan collage of petals acres and acres of smiles happiness in bloom * * * Flower Farm ~ With over 750,000 tulips, representing 100+ unique varieties, Wicked Tulips is the largest U-Pick Flower Farm in New England • Photos by Jan Logozzo • “Shared … More Shared Happiness
“Spring adds new life and new joy to all that is.” – Jessica Harrelson cascades of wishes outpourings from depth of soul hope springs eternal * * * Hope’s Outreach ~ With its delicate pink beauty and grace, the Weeping Cherry Tree spreads a message of hope • Photo of Prunus Serrulata Weeping Cherry by … More Outreach of Hope
“The heart is like a flower. Unless it is open, it cannot release its fragrance into the world.” — Rajneesh scent of pure goodness spreading in the gentle wind heaven sent beauty * * * Fragrance in the Air ~ Spring blossoms spread sensations of loveliness • Photo and “Heaven’s Scent” haiku by Mary O’Connor … More Heaven’s Scent
“Beauty, to me, is about being comfortable in your own skin.” — Gwyneth Paltrow no need for make-up superfluous indulgence beauty is within * * * Appearance Counts ~ Skin of iguanas can vary in color, from vibrant greens to muted browns, helping them camouflage within their environments • Photo and “Natural Beauty” haiku by … More Natural Beauty
“Children need to have stand-and-stare time, time imagining and pursuing their own thinking processes or assimilating their experiences through play or just observing the world around them.” – Teresa Belton so much to absorb treasures hidden all around soaking up knowledge * * * Discovery Time ~ Still in their pinfeathers, young Egyptian geese step … More Big Wide World
“We all want to be a little glamorous, a little playful and a little mischievous at times.” — Jason Wu best daily routine spirit-lifting playfulness liberating fun * * * Ready to Play ~ A bundle of love and mischief, Lovey lives up to her name • Watercolor pet portrait and “Playfulness” haiku by Mary … More Playfulness
“Why don’t kids understand that their nap is not for them but for us?” — Alyson Hannigan okay kids, nap time mama needs well deserved break just some breathing space * * * Time Out ~ Egyptian Goose settles her little ones down for some afternoon rest. (The Egyptian Goose is not actually a goose, … More Afternoon Nap
“Touch the earth, speak of love, walk on common ground.” — Steven van Zandt where orchids are found so is the beauty of peace patch of emotion * * * Ground Cover ~ Tiny orchids bring great pleasure • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Patch of Peace” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2024
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 