“To believe in faeries is to step into an enchanted space where the rational mind meets the irrational heart, and all things become possible.” — Brian Froud mystical murmurs hiding place of enchantment speaking to the soul * * * An “Enchanted Environment” awaits visitors to the Mystical Murmurs installation at Florence Griswold Museum in … More Enchanted
“So for now I say goodbye to this chapter of my life and I look forward to what comes next.” – Brooke Davis Members of Great Elephant Migration move on from Newport, RI, to their next stop in New York City. # # # keep moving forward new paths followed, doors open hello adventure Led … More Moving On
“Our greatest strength lies in the gentleness and tenderness of our heart.” — Rumi tiny touch says much affection told with warmth strength and tenderness # # # Visitor to Great Elephant Migration exhibit fell in love with baby elephant and tucked tiny flower behind its ear. Each sculpture crafted from the invasive lantana weed … More Up Close and Personal
“There is a bond, it appears, between mother and child which endures as long as they do. It is independent of love; reason cannot weaken it; hate cannot destroy it.” — Margaret Deland deep maternal love teach, nourish, protect and guide unshakable bond Elephants live in tight-knit family groups, typically up to 100 individuals with … More Family Bond
“I hope this exhibition reminds us of the awe we feel when in the company of wild, free animals and, in our increasingly urban world, inspires the human race to better share space.” — Ruth Ganesh overlap of souls challenge of life together wildlife harmony * * * The Great Elephant Migration ~ A herd … More The Great Elephant Migration
“You will never ‘find’ time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.” — Charles Buxton pursue a clear mind physical, mental balance make time to unwind * * * Kayakers trade busy lives for mind-clearing time on the water • Photo and “Clear Mind” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2024
“We have forgotten what rocks and plants still know – we have forgotten how to be – to be still – to be ourselves – to be where life is here and now.” — Eckhart Tolle finding place of peace relaxing in solitude realizing soul * * * A sanctuary of peacefulness, Lavender Pond, Killingworth, … More Tranquility
“In the end, history is about people. It’s about what we do together and what drives us apart. It’s about struggle.” — Jill Lepore promising outlook of more inclusive future politics of joy * * * Historic New England inn preserves heritage of days when colonials met to discuss and hash out differences in ways … More Proud Heritage
“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” — Albert Einstein gardens all aglow lanterns capture magic moods harvest moon gala Inspired by Lyme Art Colony Harry Hoffman’s “Harvest Moon Walk” (ca 1912) painting of festive merry makers, present day local artists decorated 20” spherical lanterns for display in the Florence Griswold Museum’s gardens ~ Photos and ”Merry … More Merry Makers
“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
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