Quiet, blue skies, puffy clouds, shadows, the dignity of dying, allowing for the next season to begin. Gratitude and Acceptance.
Some stay behind, some go on to reclaim their freedom, their work on earth is done.
Oyashikiri
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21st Sunday Thanksgiving
October 21, 2018
Creativity is seeing things everyone else has seen, and thinking what no one else has ever thought
PL thought for today – When you are able to have a thankful attitude you will be blessed with good intuition and more enthusiasm, which will continue to move things in a positive direction.
Oyashikiri
Original expression done shortly after my Mother passed away. Could I do it again, no. Once we express something to the world it is done, there is no going back. We move forward. In anger once I spoke angry words about someone. My Mother quickly and quietly told me that I should think before I spoke. Words spoken, actions of unkindness, are negative not only to the person you are directing your anger to, but to your self. If you have nothing kind to say, say nothing. Deal with the moment, you can do it.. tomorrow will be another day.
Witches Woods~
October 20, 2018
love this post of Cindy’s
In Oban Scotland, The Dunollie Woodland Trail, will lead you into The Witches Woods!
The deeper you go into the forest, the older it becomes.
The trees in the forest were twisted over time into witch-like shapes by the actions of fierce coastal winds.
Some of the oaks are over 400 years old.
The Witches Woods surround Dunollie Castle,
which was once home to the most powerful clan in Western Scotland, the MacDougalls.
The remains of the castle and the old manor house can be toured.
I was first scheduled to visit Oban about 30 years ago, but The Queen was doing a walk about, so our plans were changed. I am happy to have finally visited this charming town and the gorgeous Hebrides.
We are home at The Holler now, but it is cheers and BOO to you from misty Oban’s Witches Woods~
cranberried chicken wings
October 19, 2018
chicken wings how many wings will determine the amount of cranberries you use
fresh cranberries I used half a cup for about a pound of wings
half cup of honey garlic sauce I prefer the strong garlic, but medium and mild is sold
pink Himalayan salt to taste
simmer in a pot with about an inch of water, wine if you prefer
keep heat low, let it simmer covered till meat is falling off the bones
Serve on rice or noodles.
If you are not a person who enjoys the delight of sucking tender meat off the bones, this is not a dish for you.
next time I think I will add a black Japanese pepper to add to the sweet and tart of the dish.
Side dish is always mounds of a fresh veggies, steamed and served still on the crisp side.
Enjoy
Bom dia, greetings … hope you are heading off to have a super fab week-end.
Church Sunday 21st will be the Thanksgiving Ceremony, morning 10 and evening at 7
Oyashikiri
Cranberry delight
October 18, 2018
I felt like I was walking in my own wonderland. Given permission to wander and enjoy, I took full advantage and drove down towards the fields of now harvested cranberries.
The light drizzle and clouds over head, did nothing to dampen the thrill of the experience.
There was a calm, the ducks, and birds were nesting and peaceful, the waters drifted lazily along, enjoying the pull of the breezes.
I had wanted to visit the Cranberry fields for a very long time. The other day, I slowed down, and took the winding country lane down to the farm. Upper Canada Cranberries, Ottawa’s only cranberry grower. Greely, Ontario. 613-798-6232, or the other number shown, 613-720-6232.
It is of course off season, the harvesting had been down, workers were gone, it was just me and whatever wild life called the farm home.
I was happy, my spirits were soaring with the high of being alive and able to be there at that moment in time. For me, it was a blessings, pure intoxicating love for all that IS.
The owner was busy when I was driving out, I hope he knows how content I was. He lives and works in this environment all year. WOW… He has a small store front, for days he is open. You can get fresh cranberries, and pure cranberry juice, no sugar. That my dears is a find. If you are in the area, please look the place up.
This was a very special blessing, I followed through on my desire to visit the farm, there was no distraction. My reward was the intense feelings of being ONE with the environment I was in.
I wish this for each and every one of you. Have a joy filled day… now and always.
Oyashikiri
A gateway to a new experience
When we were younger, the new experiences were self-generated and often kept us busy for hours, the doors were special, giving us access to … happily ever after.
Big, small, old, new, a door, doorway is a different to each and every one of us. But boy oh boy, they still hold a fascination, keep us wanting more.
PL Calendar day 18 Look Forward to What’s ahead
There is no use brooding over the past. Always try to begin each day anew with a fresh outlook.
Oyashikiri
Wordless Wednesday
October 17, 2018
soon
Oyashikiri
come back soon
Good morning Monday
October 15, 2018
Bom Dia
*Deus Natureza (Maria Aldinria M.Martins)
Obrigado Oshioya-Sama Por me ensinar amar assim. Por ver Deus dentro de mim E em qualquer lugar.
Thank you Oshieoya-sama for teaching me to love, to see God within me and everywhere around.
*Excerpts from God and Nature, sung in church Sunday, (page)
I can harmonize with you with nature and humankind. I am happy living like this, a rich feeling hard to find. Harmonizo-me contigo, com os homens e a natureza. Viendo assim sou feliz E nao ha maior riqueza
With love and blessings, great the world with your smile and presence.
Oyashikiri
lego hero
October 13, 2018
Bom dia, good morning
Lego, Lego, it has been around for years. I never played with it in years gone by, and had no intentions of playing with Lego now. One should never say never. Lately I have been introduced to the many “wonders” of the Lego world of activities, I thought for the younger generation, however, I have since learned that Lego is played with by the young and old, and that collectors are hugely abundant.
In my travels I came across this set. #75951 Fantastic Beasts. I thought to give it a try. It was not in the cards. My fingers lacked the coordination and my aging gray matter rebelled unkindly to my intentions. A friends grandson, I was told was a super whiz at building Lego, and that my little 100 some blocks would be sneeze. His accomplishments are in sets that have thousands of pieces. I shudder at the thought, what patience he must have. I surrendered my little horse and carriage.
And look dear friends, I have it back and it is a beauty. I am thrilled. The young man is now my Lego hero my knight in shining armor. I will never think of Lego in the same way again. btw notice that the heroes are younger now.. or is it I am getting older.
PL calendar day 14 Be a Person who invites happiness
Live your life with good timing and respond quickly to whatever appears in front of you. By doing so, things will keep getting better and better.
Life is continually bringing a lot of happiness and love into my world. I feel such gratitude and appreciation for my friends, each and every one of you.
Oyashikiri
no sound
October 12, 2018
twice I called out your name
twice I listened in vain
no sound, no footsteps, nothing
everyday now, I grow more accepting
that your return greeting
will forever now, be just a memory
the sound of your voice is gone
I can still call and say your name
but, it will never be the same
Nothing ever remains the same
PL calendar day 12
Carry out what you believe in
Once you’ve prepared everything to the best of your ability, seize any opportunity that comes your way and take action, without hesitation. Express yourself to the fullest.
Oyashikiri
