Sanctuary

“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

Embrace

“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

Best Approach

“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

Flaps Down

“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

Recharging

“The air was warm and breezy. with windows reflecting the still bright sun.” — Victoria Kahler absorbing last light awaiting brightness of dawn tomorrow brings new *   *   * Transition ~ Tied up for the night • Photo and “Recharging” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2024

Jigsaw Puzzle

“Life is like a jigsaw puzzle, you have to see the whole picture, then put it together piece by piece!” — Terry McMillan thousands of pieces one life-size jigsaw puzzle put all in order *   *   * Fragmented Picture ~ What piece goes where? • Photo of forest canopy and “Jigsaw Puzzle” haiku by Mary … More Jigsaw Puzzle

Powerful View

“People who soar are those who refuse to sit back and wish things would change.” — Chuck Swindoll looking down on earth viewpoint of stunning beauty best seat in the house *   *   * Powerful view ~ Powered paragliding or paramotoring is a form of ultralight aviation in which a paraglider pilot wears a back-pack … More Powerful View

2024 Lift-off

“New beginnings are in order, and you are bound to feel some level of excitement as new chances come your way.” — Oscar Auliq-Ice runway straight ahead take off for new adventure new year’s horizon *   *   * 2024 Lift-off ~ Barbie’s iconic pink plane takes off for new year • SignCraft creation in Niantic … More 2024 Lift-off

Frosty Spirits

“Winter is a glorious spectacle of glittering fractals complete with a soundscape and atmosphere entirely its own.” — Anders Swanson crystals of winter frosted signature fills air spirited greeting *   *   * Season’s Atmosphere ~ Frosty signatures fill air around Niantic Light Parade float • Photo by Jan Logozzo ٭ “Frosty Spirits” haiku and blog … More Frosty Spirits

Autumn Brew

“Is not this a true autumn day? Just the still melancholy that I love— that makes life and nature harmonize.” — George Eliot pumpkins tell of fall signal winter’s call for warmth spiced cider brews *   *   * Signs of Autumn ~ Cider in the air • Old Cider Mill photo and “Autumn Brew” haiku … More Autumn Brew