“Clouds are decoration for the pure blue sky.” — Tyng Griswold stretched canvas of blue soft white curves angular lines ceiling masterpiece *. *. * Bright blue sky is perfect canvas for decorative clouds and palm tree branches • Photo and “Masterpiece” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“Unexpected wonders happen, not on schedule, or when you expect or want them to happen, but if you keep hanging around, they happen.” — Wendell Berry taking a short rest waiting for life to happen unscheduled affair *. *. * Glossy fish crow, common resident along coastal salt waters, hangs out for a moment before … More Rest Stop
“There is something magical about the way a sunset can make us feel at peace, grateful, and alive all at once.” — Morgan Harper Nichols sun shares its red glow light and warmth spread on the ground priming tomorrow *. *. * Setting sun infuses the sky and hills below with its upending splendor and … More Settling
“Simplicity is the glory of expression.” — Walt Whitman simple elegance showcase of finest beauty picture of glory .*. *. * With simple layers of petals surrounding a prominent center of pollen-swollen stamen, Single Fernleaf Peonies are said by many to outshine their Double Fernleaf Peony cousins, whose classic multiple petal layers hide their center’s … More Simplicity
“There is a deep need in the world just now for guidance— almost any sort of spiritual guidance.” — Carl Jung bright beacon of light lights stony shapes of darkness sheltering guidance *. *. * Standing 65’ tall at the mouth of the Connecticut River, the octagonal Lynde Point Lighthouse guides navigators into Saybrook Harbor … More Guidance
“There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature.” – Rachel Carson tree of life motif echoing nature’s rhythm reigniting hope *. *. * Set against the evergreen needles of pines, delicate blossoms capture the returning life and hope of springtime • Photo and “Healing” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“Like water which can clearly mirror the sky and the trees only so long as its surface is undisturbed, the mind can only reflect the true image of the Self when it is tranquil and wholly relaxed.” — Indra Devi looking glass study reflected limitations see surface only *. *. * Springtime reflection simply hints … More Looking Glass
“Liquid brown eyes begged: ‘Take me with you. I’ll be good.’ Oh, the lies that dogs told.” ― Courtney Milan soulful brown eyes overflowing affection utter loyalty *. *. * “Don’t leave me,” Sharky begs his person, Sammy, speaking with simply his eyes • Watercolor painting and “Forever Friend” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“There was almost a fairy quality to this place… the clear air and the feeling of detachment that touched almost on greatness of the spirit.” — Clifford D. Simak pastoral beauty drenched with tranquility idyllic stillness *. *. * Spring blossoms crowd out any residual trace of winter’s gloom • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Idyllic
“The kind of happy that goes all the way through your soul happy. I need to finger paint more often! “ — Carolyn Dube sensory freedom happiness in the making artistic statement *. *. * Opening to the day’s sun, water lilies appear as tiny pots of colorful paints— happy expression in the making • Photo … More Paint Pots
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