Grace & Gratitude

I’ve been thinking about gratitude lately and what it means. It doesn’t mean much to say, “Thank you for this gift” and then turn around and trash it, does it? Sometimes I think I don’t live gratefully enough. Living gratefully would mean taking care of everything and everyone very well all the time – out…

Inspiration

Arranging a bowl of flowers in the morning can give a sense of quiet to a crowded day – like writing a poem or saying a prayer. What matters is that one be for a time inwardly attentive. Anne Morrow Lindbergh – American Writer, b. 1906-

Gratitude

I’m grateful for my parents who were always there for me. I’m grateful for so many lovely memories that got me through the hard times.

Animal Encounter (part 3)

Are butterflies considered animals or bugs or both? They are not easy to photograph as they flutter around so quickly. One little beauty fell in love with my son. He is not especially fond of bugs and didn’t really want to go to the butterfly exhibit in the first place. Then as we were getting…

Animal Encounter (part 2)

It was a very hot day so most of the animals were resting in the shade, because they are smart. Unlike most of the humans who were walking around saying they should have planned to come to the zoo on a cooler day. Oh well, live & learn. Thanks for showing me your beautiful smile!…