“…it is sad, of course, to forget. But it is a lonely thing, to be forgotten.” — V. E. Schwab spit and polish gone newfangled life edges in old charm forgotten * * * Seen Its Day ~ 1949 International KB-5 series pickup truck sits alone and all but forgotten in the apple orchard at … More Forgotten
“Do three things well, not ten things badly.” — David Segrove competing beauties face up to differences balanced performance * * * Popular Choice ~ Dahlias, found in over 50,000 varieties, bloom in just about every color and shape possible. Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Balancing Act” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2020
“Every hidden cell is throbbing with music and life, every fiber thrilling like harp strings.” ― John Muir seasonal blessings stored in tiny pockets wintertime comfort * * * Treasure Chest ~ Dahlia turns face towards autumn sun • Photo and “Blessings” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2020
“Make it a habit to set some quiet and peaceful time to reflect and think on a daily basis.” — Abhishek Ratna water reflection duplicates surface image misses full picture * * * Taking a Look ~ Seagull photo by Jan Logozzo • “Reflect” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2020
“The best way to avoid falling prey to the opinions of others is to realize that other people’s opinions are just that—opinions.” —Travis Bradberry * * * Red-tailed Hawk with Dinner ~ Watercolor painting of hawk and “Predator” haiku by Mary O’Connor, created from reference photo by Jan Logozzo. See another of her hawk photos … More Predator
“In the face of adversity, hope often comes in the form of a friend who reaches out to us.” — Christopher Reeve upset by chaos empty arms wanting to help reaching out for hope * * * Reaching Out ~ Eastern Daddy-Long-Legs covers wall’s vertical territory • Photo and “Reaching Out” haiku by Mary O’Connor … More Reaching Out
“Keep a little fire burning; however small, however hidden.” — Cormac McCarthy dormant inner fire rekindled with spark of need hope bursts into flames * * * After the Sun Is Gone ~ Fire pit at Saybrook Point Inn and Marina • Photo and “Inner Fire” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2020
“Our similarities bring us to a common ground; our differences allow us to be fascinated by each other.” — Tom Robbins difference divides when the mind stops at color likenesses unseen * * * Colorful differences ~ Change of season at Smith’s Acres, Niantic, Conn., photo by Jan Logozzo • “Differences” haiku by Mary O’Connor … More Differences
“The greater the outward show, the greater the inward poverty.” — J. Krishnamurti showy theatrics obscure underlying truths audience will judge * * * Showtime ~ Heron Dance photo by Jan Logozzo • “Theatrics” Haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2020
“Our forward track must focus on including everyone, embracing everyone, and celebrating the beauty – and normalcy – of everyone’s differences.” — Richelieu Dennis in row after row one mixes in with others color no concern * * * Together ~ Pansies at Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford, Conn. photo by Jan Logozzo • ‘Inclusiveness’ … More Inclusiveness
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 