A tad misty through the lense, but “boys” she’s a beauty
Nova Scotia, Canada
check it out at the time you visit
have a safe & happy day
I’m off on another day trip.
Remember to share a kindness today
Namaste – Oyashikiri
I’ve always been drawn to this building. The many times I have driven by, I want to stop and explore, yesterday was my chance, the season hasn’t started yet, so the parking lot was free of cars, and I had plenty of time to wander. The day was overcast, but to me, it made the whole place more attractive and compelling.
The Orleans Fruit Farm has an important link to the history in Ottawa of the francophone community. It was purchased in 1917 by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate the founders of one of the big Universities here (University of Ottawa) When it was purchased, they renamed it Ferme Saint-Joseph.
The root cellar was built in 1937 using stones recovered from the dairy barn that had been destroyed by fire. In the 1940’s the cultivated 325 Acres of land to provide food for their community, namely the U of O, Seminaire Saint Paul, l’ecole secondaire Saint jospeh and the Juniorat Sacre Coeur, in 1942 they had 90 Holstein dairy cows, 400 pigs and over 1000 chickens and by 1945 they had 750 productive fruit trees.
It is now owned by the National Capital Commission (NCC) it was purchased in 1968 and is now part of the National Capital Greenbelt. It is an operating farm, rented by a couple who have focused their business on apple production .. but also produce other fruits and veggies. It is an agriculture site that is well worth a visit. Once the season starts up where produce is available.. or plants from their greenhouses, the parking lot is full, and continues that way till the retail season ends,
With produces and meats that are always being examined and questioned, re. chemicals, hormones,fertilizers, pesticides used etc. a farm like this is even more attractive to those of us who watch what we eat, where it comes from is important, were animals free to roam, grass-fed??/???? A fresh carrot that is not perfect to look at, is just as good and nutritious as one that has been sized and shaped to perfection. Apples without layers of wax…
History does a place in the present, when it can teach us, or remind us of what is really important in life, and essential.
A difficult climb yes, it is rated strenuous, the hike itself to get there and do the full trail is 41 miles (65 km) and will take approx. 5, 6 days, depending on how you like to “wander”. It is the Drakensberg the highest mountain range in South Africa. It is not a defined trail, there is a variety of terrain, and sights to see and experience. Cascading rivers, waterfalls, along with some prehistoric drawings..
This was my slice of adventure Sunday, when we drove along the river, and found this quarry. Yes I’d love to climb that chain ladder, the idea is exhilarating, however, at this moment, I was exploring a part of Quebec, and the rocks here.. they drew me like visual candy… It was exhilarating to stand in the cool crisp air, make my way as far as I could into the area and capture the strong character of some of the boulders.
Live in the moment
Enjoy every opportunity that comes your way
So that at the end of the day
you can honestly say
Hurrah, Hooray
It’s been a great day
I lived it my “way”
the PL “Way”
Q
1st pic. from Buzzfeed
Sometimes, we dream of far away places,
Sometimes these events do take place,
Other times, what was, was
and the time comes when
our dreams are shelved.
live with hope in your heart
remember the journeys
the past is what your present is built on
live each moment to the fullest
PL Precept #7 Everything exists in Relativity
discover the true meaning of life
only then will you find true happiness
PL Precept # 16 All thing Progress and Develop
The only constant in life is Change….
Namaste – Oyashikiri
near Wakefield, Quebec by Q
Creativity begins with an idea, then someone sets out to put the design to paper, from there, they “play” at making it work, how many times, and what number of templates were done before they got the finished product they wanted. We see the final product, and go… WOW…. Our lives are constantly being blessed because someone came up with an idea, and by themselves or with collaboration, they developed the idea into a product, idea, or service.
Please visit the blog site Next to Nicx web site for details on how to do this, and more
In PL (Perfect Liberty) the first Precept. PL Precept #1 Life is Art, is really the foundation of the philosophy we teach and practice. Begin today and everyday, with a brand new canvas, it will make your daily choices so much more interesting.
This is a YouTube clip that will keep you inspired
There was a time when we would say “everything worthwhile in life is FREE” By this we meant, LOVE, Happiness, Sharing, Giving,Caring, a Hug, and so on. Time spent with a friend was such a blessing and a special time… It was being with that person, and giving a personal, hand-made gift meant time thinking of your friend, while you made up or wrote them a letter or a note card. There was personal interaction, and exchanges.
Life does get busy, but that special connection, a personal word or visit, goes a long way in making for a stronger bond, or sense of awareness in the other person’s world. When we reach out and share with a friend, even a stranger, we are rewarded 100 fold.
Yes, I love a beautiful object, and I admire the work, the skill of the crafts person who did it. I appreciate its beauty, and sometimes I even want to acquire that object. But the greatest gift of all for me is the sincerity, and genuine love that shines in my life. Life is LOVE. Love abounds all around us. BE ONE with GOD, share your love, reach out and bring light and joy to someone today!
Namaste – Oyashikiri
dragonfly perfume bottle, annadan69.livejournal.com
A story about to be told? unfolding? a work in progress…… doors are always opening and closing. If only the door could talk..=^_^=
another day goes by
and still I wait
under the clear blue skies
I watch one cloud slowly make its way
to another cumulus cloud
as they merge into one another
my thoughts return to another time
when I was young
in my prime
life was different then
so many fun encounters
young and old
spent time with me
now each new day brings
the trees reach out to give me shade
and the long tall grass
whispers to me softly
as they lean into me
I don’t see as well
with the passing years
my eyes have clouded over
but I know you are always
with me God
that makes every moment
worthwhile
I sit and enjoy
my fading years
another stranger will pass by
and capture me in lens
for whatever state I’m in
the glory of my life with you
will shine through
for
I am one with you
Q
photo-500px.com
Every day we are faced with choices. Some are small, and routine, done on a regular basis, like when we shop for food. What we are looking for will determine where we go to shop.
What appeals to one shopper will be passed by, by another. I have waited while a customer before me, goes over every bag, weighing it, turning it so that he/she is able to see all produce in the bag.
Even once we’ve picked out the product we will take home with us, no two people will cook that one product in the same way. That is why there is such a great variety of restaurants as well. Though they may offer the same basic dishes, how they are cooked and served, could be oceans apart. When it comes to food, almost everyone I know, is willing to try something different and will dig in and enjoy a cuisine from a different culture. Diversity is a welcome change.
Why then, do we draw a line, or seem to be so black or white, when it comes to choices we make about our social environment? Or cultural divides? A very close someone in my life, will eat carrots, but when they came out with “designer” carrots, (different colours) he balked, why…. cuz they didn’t look the same, blind folded, they would taste the same, but……. Another friend told me her husband wouldn’t eat the new blue potatoes, why… cuz they didn’t look like a potato……………………………………………?????????????
A child is innocent, loving, trusting, … they make us all smile with their smiles, and their genuine responses to being loved. What and why do we change as we advance in years. What changes us. WE are shaped by the choices we make in life. Choose wisely. Put your full makoto (sincerity) in all you say and do.
Finding this display of Chinese eggplants
Finding this dogwood in its brilliant display of colour
Finding this bouquet of flowers just for you
I am but one person,
yet today my heart overflows with an abundance of love and joy
and I owe it all to YOU
namaste – Oyashikiri
