“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“And to all a good night!” — Clement Clarke Moore snowy white forecast travel safely through the night cold weather red nose * * * Reindeer Legends ~ Though Reindeer may not fly, they have come to represent safe journeys over harsh winter landscapes. There is some truth to be found in the legendary story … More Safe Travels
“If pink peonies can’t grow in my garden in December, then they can appear on a Christmas tree.” — Stacey Danielson beauty of nature persists without summer sun self-sustaining charm * * * All Season Beauty ~ Reflecting summer’s garden beauty, interior designer Stacey Danielson creates a whimsical tree where summer flowers bloom with snowy … More Holiday Magic
“May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility.” — Mary Anne Radmacher folklore traditions mischievous gnomes ensure luck brighten dark winters * * * Holiday Characters ~ Mischievous gnomes and straw “Julbocken” Yule Goats add touch of folklore to classic Scandinavian “God Jul” Christmas celebration. Credited … More Holiday Folklore
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 