“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
“I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.” — Lao Tzu watch the heron fish stand still, alert to presence lesson in patience * * * Master of the Fish ~ Great Blue Heron stands still and waits out his prey • “Patience” haiku and watercolor painting … More Patience
“We find delight in the beauty and happiness of children that makes the heart too big for the body.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson way to find delight listen to a child’s giggle contagious spirit * * * Sound to Love ~ Weston swells the hearts of all who hear his laughter • “Contagious” haiku and … More Contagious
“Toys are children’s words and play is their language.” —Garry L. Landreth imagination colorful favorite toys unlock the day’s fun * * * A Fun Day ~ Joseph holds the keys to hours of fun • “Playfulness” haiku poem and watercolor portrait by Mary O’Connor © 2023
“A name is the blueprint of the thing we call character. You ask, What’s in a name? I answer, Just about everything you do.” — Morris Mandel her name says it all Lucy: saucy sassy sweet gift of light and love * * * I Love Lucy ~ Sweet and saucy, little Lucy fits her … More All in a Name
“Every moment is a fresh beginning.” — T.S. Eliot much to learn about just so many surprises let each bring a smile * * * Greeting the World ~ Everything is fresh and new for little Evie • Watercolor portrait and “Beginnings” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2023
“Brother and sister, together as friends, ready to face whatever life sends. Joy and laughter or tears and strife, holding hands tightly as we dance through life.” – Suzie Huitt love of a brother childhood playmate, friend for life bond outweighs teasing * * * Best Buds ~ A safe bet that brother and sister … More Sibling Bond
“You can’t touch love, but you can feel the sweetness that it pours into everything.” — Anne Sullivan Macy salve of love shines forth warms atmosphere with kindness sweetness of honey * * * Epitome of Sweetness ~ Little Yorkie Terrier Gracie brings lots of love to the Lombardi family • Watercolor painting and “Sweetness” … More Sweetness
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 