Embrace

“Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.” — Albert Einstein reach in wide circle grasp totality of life take in its richness *   *   * Dynamics at Work ~ With its wingspan of 60-65 inches, Wood … More Embrace

Environmental Care

“We have forgotten how to be good guests, how to walk lightly on the earth as its other creatures do.” — Barbara Ward walk through the garden appreciate its beauty sustainable green *   *   * Where Flowers Bloom ~ Accommodating guest • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Environmental Care” haiku and blog post by Mary … More Environmental Care

Safe Space

“Having a safe space to imagine and dream and (re)invent yourself is the first step to being happy and successful, whatever road you choose to pursue.” — Ashley Bryan securing safe space priority of the day place of well-being *   *   * Under Cover ~ Pine tree canopy provides safe shelter • “Safe Space” haiku … More Safe Space

Best Approach

“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take in between two deep breaths.” — Etty Hillesum working long and hard not always best therapy better to relax *   *   * Recharging ~ Wood Storks at Wakodahatchee Wetlands take break from day’s activity • Photo and “Best Approach” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More Best Approach

Flaps Down

“Great ideas need landing gear as well as wings.” — Charles Douglas Jackson smooth flight important but won’t matter in the end without safe landing *   *   * Flaps Down ~ Wood Stork circles in for landing over Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray, Fla • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Flaps Down” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More Flaps Down

Etchings of Age

“That’s another great thing about getting older. Your life is written on your face.” — Frances McDormand toll of battles won scars and wrinkles price to pay facial work of art *   *   * Story Told ~ Signs of wear and tear • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Etchings of Age” haiku and blog post … More Etchings of Age

Lost in the Weeds

“When life is not coming up roses, look to the weeds and find the beauty hidden within them.” — L.F. Young stand still in the weeds hiding place for pure beauty mix of counterparts *   *   * Hidden Presence ~ Beauty stands out • Photo of heron in hiding spot and “Lost in the Weeds” … More Lost in the Weeds

In Circles

“If you cut corners, you just keep on going in circles.” — Grant Stoelwinder figuring out life one direction then other straight path works the best *   *   * Getting nowhere ~ Going round and round, over and over • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “In Circles” haiku and blog post by Mary O’Connor © … More In Circles

In Pursuit

“You can always improve your situation. But you do so by facing it, not by running away.” — Brad Warner run forward not back always pursue happiness it’s out there somewhere *   *   * Running Away ~ Startled white-tailed deer take flight through the marsh ٭ Photo and “In Pursuit” haiku by Mary O’Connor © … More In Pursuit

Cold Bones

“In winter, we must protect one another, keep each other warm, share our strengths.” — George R.R. Martin move close together warm cold bones with shot of heat how we miss that sun *   *   * Cold Bones ~ As ice closes in • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Cold Bones” haiku and blog by … More Cold Bones