sexta-feira
Think “now is the time” Instead of “it’s no use now” Don’t give up by thinking it’s too late. Tell yourself that there is more that can be done.
—- enjoy and focus on every moment —-
Oyashikiri
Owl pic is a puzzle
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Tuesday
Take Action without thinking too hard.
No matter how hard you try to foresee the future, you really don’t know how things will turn out. Do your best and see how it plays out. (PL2022.4)
Oyashikiri
por favor
It is not fun to be stuck in one place. Instead of being captured by what’s in front of you, strive to broaden your horizons. (PL2022.28)
I spent time with a small fierce falcon yesterday. He/she and I had a staring contest, he could have been as curious as I was. My cell phone capture the bird enough so a friend could identify it. I am using a picture found on the internet.
The Merlin is a small species of falcon from the Northern Hemisphere . Bird of Prey it is fast and goes after song birds and shorebirds. Falco columbarius
Countdown. New Year is knocking. “Shinnen omedetou gozaimasu” (新年おめでとうございます) —– Gong Xi Fa Cai May wealth and prosperity flow into your life this year!
Oyashikiri
remember
Listening to music, while the rest of the world went about its business, you could enjoy quiet time with your favourite furry… be lazy… and simply drift into a musical reverie. Last night I realized that it is something I don’t do enough of. Somewhere along the way, I allowed my activities to overtake my ME time. It happens. On Friday there was an Etta James night at one of the clubs I sometimes go to, it was a blues night, she ( friend who Djs at the club) was playing a lot of “old” blues. A lot of the music brought back memories of another time. Put me in a reflective mood.
Last night I was enjoying a plate of big freshly steamed shrimps (butter garlic sauce) dipped in a spicy Eda dip, with a side plate of cold ginger pork dumplings, and a topping of sliced roasted chicken c/w tasty skin. (Eda-yummy is a spicy kale edamame dip) when I realized that I don’t indulge as often as I used to.
The new year (lunar) is fast approaching, the custom has always been to begin in the months of the outgoing year, to sweep away old cobwebs and prepare for new beginnings. This year I think I would like to rejig my thought process and start reintegrating more quality Me time. I don’t mean spending more time alone, I can do that anytime, I mean revisit activities and “hobbies” that give me pleasure and add to a rather routine existence.
For those who began the new year Jan.1.2025.. how has your year been so far, notice much difference?
I have long known it is not the quantity of times you do something, it is the quality of the interactions and time you spend in your day/night. In the last many years I have been working along side someone who is a musician and plays a lot of instrumentals, (no words). I have learned to “hear” and enjoy music in a different way because the music itself allows MY thoughts/words to be part of the experience. Not a song with words painting the “storyline” for me. Make sense? any comments/input?
Face each moment, each place with a fresh outlook!
If you handle a situation with preconceived notions or prejudices, your judgement will be clouded. Take on each situation with a blank slate, as if seeing it for the first time.
Think a moment, do you listen to music as a habit, is it inspiring, what role does music play in your life. if anything?
Have a great start to the week everyone!
Oyashikiri
PL2015.27
Spiritual
Rafael Santable Joanna Nesfelicio Eliza Sheree Jay GP Phill Weedjee Raffaello KK Alexandre DandanJean Conspicari James Eric Juditon Saphilipas Tobby Eilene Anki Cindy Phillip Elia Ugurcan Dawn Steve Tanja Isabelle Gail Bushboy Derrick Giuseppe Michael Andre Forestwood Timothy Steve Tanja Brijesh Slfinnal Eillellen Merb010 Dan Bonnie Rob France Jason Susan Elisabeth Rebecca Louis Stephen Brian MC Lise Chantal Ian Lis Paloma Deborah Shauna Mike Caron Christianne Sandra Susan Betty Luc Pierre Paul Jean Eisuke Mamaru Sounds, that produce a quiet calm OMMMmmm AMMmmmm HMMMmmmmmm ahhhhhhh
Make today a memorable day
Let’s try to put our whole heart into whatever we say or do as our unique signature.
Oyashikiri
In the stillness of night hear the whisper your name echo and vibrate magically through the galaxy and beyond
Always you are loved beyond measure
gates cont’d.
Hi everyone. I asked Ron about the gate that got so much attention yesterday he sent me pictures from the area, the big Abbaye de Sainte Foy draws a lot of tourists, The door I used last time, let me see if I can find it… was in that Abby but he wasn’t allowed to take pictures beyond the door, due to the treasures within.
now we know, what lies beyond this door, and what it is a part of.
Bom dia. Today’s thought… It is a simple one and one we so often neglect to practice.
Be good to yourself
Whether you are happy or not, depends on YOUR perspective. the things that happen your life are neither good nor bad. It is your perspective that determines whether the outcome is good or unfortunate. (PL2015.17)
Oyashikiri
if you want to follow the link to the Thursday Door feature on Dan’s No Facilities site, this is the link. https://nofacilities.com/2025/01/16/around-hartford-thursday-doors-jusjojan/
Monday
Needle Felting anyone. When I saw this puzzle I wanted to run to my stash and reproduce it. Felting is such a relaxing and rewarding “hobby”. Then I thought it would be fun to stitch, my sister told me about a “new” pastime called “slow stitching” I think that is what she called it? Do you know? Does it inspire you?Is it the colours or the softness, it has dimension! depth! What do you see?
Open up opportunities by being proactive.
Opportunities don’t just come knocking on the door. Use your enthusiasm and energy to bring good fortune your way.
Let’s pray for World Peace. We are all one big family. Let’s start by praying for the happiness of those around us. Live with a prayerful mind.
Have a great day everyone!
Oyashikiri
PL 2015.13.2022.11
sabado
Good morning… thank you all for your encouraging words, Quinn and Quincy are getting along very well. They settled in very nicely, he is a gentle “old” soul, watches out for her, and doesn’t let her get away with any of her nonsense. He is a little over 2 years old and she we think is about 10 months old.
Today the 11th we celebrate Ancestors’ Day in the PL community. Through this ceremony we express our gratitude for the love and virtues of our ancestors and ask for their protection and guidance so we can continue to live the PL Way!
If you cannot be with us today at church .. take a moment of silence around 10 a.m. to express your appreciation …give thanks… life is good…
Till soon.
Oyashikiri
celebrations have already begun in many parts of the world. Lunar new year officially starts Jan. 29 this year. Yr of Snake (wood)
sexta-feira
Live expressing your own unique self in your day to day life. We each are given our own duties and roles in life. Take the time to find what makes you unique, and you will be able to live your life expressing your own individual beauty.
How many roles do you play/live in one day?
On antibiotics, I have given in to the need to R E S T … ok. what does that mean.. for me, it means, I take myself off to my room where it is quiet, I lie down and just let the weariness and the tired claim my body. I gave in and bought a Ninja and made myself a banana, fruit and yogurt smoothie. Yes, I did get a Starfit and after putting it together, filling it with the ingredients, I turned it on and nothing happened. Nothing
After several attempts, I simply left it on the counter and yesterday I got the Ninja, unpacked it, transferred the fruit etc. into the new Ninja, pushed down, and voila.. an ice cold smoothie. I’ll learn, buy what you want in the first place, I made a decision based on the cost.. and it was a total waste of time. I didn’t save money it cost me more time and money. Now I have a dud I have to repackage, and take back, waste more gas and time doing something I could have avoided, if I got what I wanted in the first place.
On the plus side, I am enjoying the freshly made, very cold, smoothie. Easy wash up too.
Have a great start to the week-end …
Oyashikiri
Quincy and Quinn are doing very well. They eat side by side, they rest in close proximity… both respect my space.. It’s all good!
segunda-feira
With the start of the new year, I was cleaning out files, and found this advert for when I was working with a product called Powertex, and giving demos .. so other “artists” could learn about the product. These were garden sculptures I had done over time to demonstrate its capabilities. The one piece lasted outside in our Canadian winters for over 10 years. (bottom right) In the end it was the center piece for climbing vines.
Change, the only constant in life.. is change.
Begin each day with a renewed sense of appreciation
Always remember that you are here today thanks to God, and thanks to the many people around you. Let’s make each day meaningful by starting out with a feeling of gratitude.
Dress warmly. enjoy your day!!
Oyashikiri
PL2014.6
Powertex was a great product for me to work with, I used it with Paverpol, (face upper left corner) I lean towards mix media expressions.
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