“The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too.” — Samuel Butler total devotion joyful canine behavior playful dance of love * * * Bundle of energy and fun, Pepper … More Best Buddy
“The piano keys are black and white but they sound like a million colors in your mind.” — Maria Cristina Mena nature’s own music piano key butterfly melody of wings * * * The Piano Key Butterfly is named for its distinctive black and white wing markings, resembling the keys of a piano. A Central … More Piano Keys
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” — Leo Buscaglia power of caring thru just the tiniest touch love beyond measure * * * There … More Loving Care
“In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.” — Deepak Chopra all nature stands still wind, water. beautiful bird time of reflection * * * Nature, with all its stillness, well of quiet for the mind and soul • “Stillness” watercolor painting and haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“The quality of strength lined with tenderness is an unbeatable combination.” — Maya Angelou propulsion of wings side wheels sustain dynamics turbo powered fun * * * Unbeatable Mae conquers the road under the propulsion of butterfly wings and red-sneakered pedaling • Watercolor painting and “Turbo Power” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“The world needs dreamers and the world needs doers. But above all, the world needs dreamers who do.” — Sarah Ban Breathnach so much to look at dreaming big dreams of prospects world filled with wonder * * * If cats can dream, that’s exactly what Molly does as she sits each day, mesmerized by … More Dreamer
“It is not titles that honor men, but men that honor titles.” — Machiavelli maintain character obligation of title upholding honor * * * Sir Harrold lives up to his royalty title, ruling the roost of his forever home, bringing love and joy to all whose lives he touches • Watercolor painting and “Royalty” haiku … More Royalty
“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
“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
“When you look into the eyes of an animal you’ve rescued, you can’t help but fall in love.” — Paul Shaffer always there to please gaze of unqualified love best friend forever * * * Tucker ~ Enjoying new life with best friend, Donna, in his now “Forever Home.” • “BFF” haiku and watercolor painting … More BFF
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