“Majesty is not just in size, but in the beauty of the moment.” — Unknown stature of greatness distinction of an icon borders on supreme * * * Tending to be more solitary than female does, the male buck is differentiated by its rack of antlers, which are made of bone and can grow up … More Majestic
“What is this life if, full of care, we have no time to stand and stare.” — W. H. Davies nature’s loveliness there it is in front of you just staring you down * * * Little fawn stares right back at the camera • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Staring” haiku by Mary O’Connor … More Staring
“The world accommodates you for fitting in, but only rewards you for standing out.” — Matshona Dhliwayo stand out from the crowd be an individual just be who you are * * * This common seagull stands out from the background gathering of Canada Geese. Gulls have a cosmopolitan distribution, making their presence known on … More Stand Out
“Hiding under the bed doesn’t make the worry stop.” — Cynthia Voigt feeling safe somewhat hiding in nooks and crannies but ditch the red dress * * * Ladybug tucks self away though remains fully in predators’ sight • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Hidden” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2025
“Life would be pretty boring if I didn’t explore. It’s about letting my ears take me on an adventure to soak in everything I can.” — Trombone Shorty ears kept close to ground way to sense what’s going on catch what eyes don’t see * * * Known for its long ears and distinctive white, … More All Ears
“Some of the most important conversations I’ve ever had occurred at my family’s dinner table.” — Bob Ehrlich sustenance that counts shared bits of banter and news feeding on table talk * * * Places set for three, neighborhood feathered friends share table talk and seeds of the day • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Table Talk
“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
“Sometimes we all want to be like a statue: Always calm; always observer; always listening; always fearless and always inspiring!” — Mehmet Murat ildan still as life statues standing firm on principle spirited sculptures * * * Cormorants pose as living statues in nature’s version of street theater art • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Living Sculpture
“We have a responsibility to stand watch over one another, we are watchers, all of us, watchers, guarding against the darkness.” — Dean Koontz keeping an eye out watching out for those around basics of concern * * * Nesting sparrow pokes head out of house, always on guard • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More On Guard
“It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark.” — Howard Ruff may be warm today get set for tomorrow’s cold be snug as a bug * * * Dried leaves, gathered now, will insulate gray squirrel’s version of tomorrow’s warm and cozy feather bed • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Ready Set” haiku by Mary … More Ready Set
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