“The American Dream may be slipping away. We have overcome such challenges before. To recover the Dream requires knowing where it came from, how it lasted so long and why it matters so much.” — Jon Meacham loss of future dreams occurs with eyes closed-up tight let light find way in * * * American … More American Dream
“It is almost always the cover-up rather than the event that causes trouble.” — Howard Baker buried truth fateful reality distorted honesty crucial * * * Buried in Snow photo and “Cover-up” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2021
“Never be afraid of opportunities, always be on the lookout for adventures.” — Alexandre Dumas keeping eyes open watching all manner of things life reveals wonder * * * Best Seat in the House ~ Red-shouldered Hawk surveys surroundings – Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Watching” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2021
“The best teachers are those who show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see.” — Alexandra K. Trenfor learning at young age builds future understanding worthwhile fixation * * * Training • Mama fox teaches the secrets of hunting to her young kit ~ Watercolor painting and “Learning” haiku by Mary … More Learning
“To stand out from the crowd requires you to stand up and stand for what you believe in.” ― Gift Gugu Mona sustain momentum treading water not enough take active measures * * * Holding One’s Own ~ Colorful Koi fish outweigh tiny turtle at Morikami Japanese Gardens Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Momentum” haiku poem … More Momentum
“Hope is the thing with feathers” — Emily Dickinson overcoming angst unassailable hope wins trust in country strong * * * Basking in Beauty ~ Red Crowned Amazon Parrot photo by Jan Logozzo • “Promise” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2021
“Democracy is not so much a form of government as a set of principles.” — Woodrow Wilson moral character defined by use of power honor must prevail * * * Bald Eagle ~ American symbol of democracy • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Honor” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2021
“Gratitude can turn a meal into a feast.” — Melody Beattie tasty repast draws even simple table scraps buoy hungry soul * * * Meal Enjoyed ~ Flock of starlings, in their winter garb, enjoy remains of autumn orchard harvest. Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Feast” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2021
“Celebrate endings — for they precede new beginnings.” — Jonathan Lockwood Huie change defines new year prospect of fresh start invites robust leap ahead * * * Puma breaks free of underbrush ~ Flamingo Botanical Gardens, Davie, Florida, photo and “New Beginnings” haiku by Mary O’Connor. With best wishes for a happy and healthy … More New Beginnings
“Every night, under the same sky and stars, probably since the emergence of humankind, people around the world have been wishing one another a good night.” — Efrat Shoham reflections of past cast in light of tomorrow coming year’s promise * * * Tomorrow’s Promise ~ Heron reflects on day gone by • Photo and … More Good Night!
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