“You can look in the mirror and find a million things wrong with yourself. Or you can look in the mirror and think, ‘I feel good, I have my health, and I’m so blessed.’ That’s the way I choose to look at it.” — Isla Fisher * * * Perception of beauty — Iguana … More Acceptance
“When I look into the eyes of an animal, I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I feel a soul.” — A. D. Williams * * * Nala — Terry’s soulmate. Watercolor painting by Mary O’Connor © 2018. Visit Mary’s painting gallery here to see more of … More Soulful
“The most worthwhile thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others.” — Robert Baden-Powell * * * “Best Friend” — Terry Logozzo’s Siberian Husky friend, Scout. Watercolor painting by Mary O’Connor © 2018 View more in Pet Portraits Gallery
“When adversity strikes, that’s when you have to be the most calm. Take a step back, stay strong, stay grounded and press on.” — LL Cool J * * * Out of the Alaskan woods — Brown Bear watercolor painting (above) by Mary O’Connor, based on bear photos taken by Thomas Chambers by … More Strength
“Confidence is what makes you beautiful, not showing off.” — Author unknown Affectionately known as “Hoodies,” Hooded Merganser males show off their striking crests, black with large white patches on either side, during late December-early January mating season. Females display crests, too, though less showy—a light reddish-brown crest extending from the back of the … More Showing off
“Anyone can catch your eye, but it takes someone special to catch your heart.” — Anonymous This delightful West Highland/Carin Terrier rescue came with the name of Dutch. It didn’t take him long, however, to capture the hearts and days of Donna and Michael, going everywhere with them. He is now known simply as Party … More Special
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 