Let’s take a moment to be silent together.
Let’s simply share being on the same page at the same time… take a deep breath in… CLOSE YOUR EYES. hold it … and slowly let it out.
enjoy the moment – SMILE
Life is art. (PL Precept #1)
Thank you for sharing this moment with me.
Oyashikiri…
When we travel the roads, we sometimes can step back in time. This was a now closed garden landscape concrete statues, benches etc. shop that is no longer operating. The land around the old structures was still being well maintained, and you can see that it was once vibrant and thriving. There are still reminders on the grounds, I would like to track down the former owner, some of his pieces were unique .. I have not seen them in the big garden centres in the cities.
We were in what would be called cottage country, not off the beaten track … but definitely not in a built up area. The small town was full of charm, and wore it’s history with pride. It was welcoming.. but reserved in a quiet fashion.
In life, we learn that there is always “change” we can’t stop the progress that happens all around us, but in small villages/towns , the feeling of “shared” community stands out. All along the streets, we saw the welcoming signs of “trick or treat” being displayed.
One of the Precepts in PL, #16 All things progress and develop, is so true, I was remined of how precious each moment in is. PL # 17 Grasp what is most essential … I was touched by the welcoming spirit of the streets and byways we explored. People we talked to were friendly and so welcoming, cars passing, drivers would wave a cheerful “hi there” … acknowledging the stranger capturing images of their town. There was pride in the way homes, farms, business were maintained.
Driving home later in the day, we crossed over to the Quebec side .. and drove home through the Pontiac (county) passing the most amazing show of colour on the hills/mountains that surrounded us. And the lakes, waterways … just awesome.. Canada still has a lot of wilderness. By then the sun was saying its goodnight, I couldn’t get pictures, but the views are etched in my heart/memories.
PL Precept #18 Each moment is a turning point.
Appreciate and enjoy each moment, don’t squander life.. .. There is a whole world out there to discover, and often it is in our own “backyard”.
Oyashikiri
Beachburg Village is in historic Westmeath Township, Renfrew county, It was built along a trail that led to the settlement of Miramichi (now Pembroke)
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Free yourself from being overly attached. Overthinking hinders ideas and actions. (PL2021.22)
Oyashikiri
photo. Rev.Hiroki Matsuki Pink Lake, Quebec
When something comes to mind, do it right away.
The moment that you notice something is the best time to take care of it. If you react quickly your life will be more efficient. (PL2020.18)
Do you make ghoulish greeting cards for the witching month?
Oyashikiri
Yes I do…it came over me.. cutting, folding, stickers, pockets, labels, time to be creative.
The bigger the task, the more your convictions are tested.
Whenever you are undertaking a huge task, you may encounter resistance. Don’t give up, and let strong resolve carry you to completion, (PL2014.17)
Oyashikiri
A cheerful smile and expression makes everyone around you happy
When you do everything with a smile, not only you but the people around you will feel good. Always remember to put on a happy face. (PL2014.15)
Oyashikiri
I have stepped outside my comfort zone, I entered a spooky/Halloween virtual building event.
Life is a sublime experience
We come from No Where
We are Now Here
and we are heading to No Where
What is the difference between, No where and Now Here… space
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Oyashikiri
Where are they, what do they know we don’t. When we got that really cold weather last week, the chipmunks didn’t come out. They waited for the day to warm up. There have been whispers that we might get a cold snap over the next few weeks. On the bright side, with the cold…. I have not seen the pesky biters (mosquitoes)
Discover the joy of Transforming yourself. When you realize how much you have changed for the better, it fills you with true happiness. Strive each day to improve yourself. (PL2014.8)
…. do you realize when you are retired, you don’t “have” to get up and be somewhere, unless you decide that is something YOU WANT to do….
Oyashikiri
ps. I’m thinking of finally putting into action, an adult colouring book. I have enough material accumulated.
Feeling tired, worn out, need a break. This rusted beauty above has been sitting on the side of the road for years. I was glad to see it was still there, but it is showing its age. The picture below is from my collection of vintage oldies ( found on Pinterest). These relics are from a different time. Life was slower … the car was an invention that allowed for greater distances to be travelled, in a shorter time. It was the beginning of an era where life would no longer be lived “closer to home”
There was a time, when someone who lived in another village/town/hamlet would be a total stranger, and usually would remain so … because life was lived within the community/parish you lived in. Now we can wake up in one country and go to bed in another … Friends/family can be miles away, Sometimes the physical distance means the only communication is “electronic”…
How many readers remember when the only way we could stay in touch was by “Mail”… when phones were few and far between… How many of you have had a “penpal”… someone who you wrote to .. in a far away place.. and then wait for them to respond… a conversation tooks weeks/months. Sigh.. a trip down memory lane.
Note. I still communicate with two of my “pals” one in New Zealand, the other in NY State..
New Encounters can help you change.
Be up for anything, even if its out of your comfort zone. This is a chance for you to improve yourself as a human being. (PL2020.30)
Cheers everyone.. May your day be blessed with sunshine and friends.
Oyashikiri
The witching month is here .. it is official, the pumpkins, spiders, skulls, everywhere one looks we can catch a glimpse of spider webs, or the tail end of a broom as someone flies to work. In the shops, we can have spiced lattes, pumpkin pie, the restaurants are offering up thanksgiving specials.. (Canadian Thanksgiving is on the 14th. of October) Orange in every hue is all around us.
Express your feelings without hesitation
If you hold in all your feelings, you will feel heavy. Just say what is on your mind without hesitating. (PL2017.4)
Sometimes, we have to be “grown up”… Whatever that means!
Oyashikiri
SL Pictures, taken at the Speakeasy Warehouse @Trow Boa Experience
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