what to do
I know, I’ll draw a hat
now I’ll paint it black
now the hat is black
the bats will attack
oh dear I waited too long
the spiders came along
now the spiders and bats
will take over the hat
up and away, a flying hat
the hat is gone
just like that.
Q
Good morning all, now that I’ve had my silliness fix, I’m off to the gym…
Have a wonderful day, I hold each and every one of you, close in my heart… Blessings be.
Oyashikiri
Good morning everyone, my thoughts are still lingering on the country roads. What is your feeling when you have wonderful opportunities to enjoy land that isn’t really cultivated and reconfigured by developers. We are denied access for our own safety,which in most cases, intellectually I understand.
I know that to many a well manicured lot is their goal. They work and slave to get it just right, to have each blade of equal height, and even cut in the same direction. Myself I am drawn to the wild grass, full of colourful leaves and textures from odd ball ” weeds”
Even today the age-old controversy on weeds and their benefits to society continues. Many cultures use plants that we call weeds, either in their culinary dishes, or as herbal remedies .. and and and. Still we spend millions of dollars on synthetic medicine, a lot of it that fails and is not successful. (we don’t get to hear about that too much) While what nature supplies us with, we question, and bicker over. In all life there is purpose. We need only look, or seek to see.
As humans, we seem to think that we are equal or better than Nature, Nature provided us with clean pure air, and what have we done to it over time.
I am rambling, it is October, I have gotten out my broom, and will start to polish the handle, it is well worn, but still useable. I certainly don’t sweep with it. Good heavens! brooms are for riding!!!
I obviously want to trespass, where for my own safety, I am to stay out. Norm, Cindy, Alex, someone please lend me a telephoto lense. Just kidding, I’ll be good, I know come Hallows Eve, I can wander, unseen, through the night %^&* wrings knarled hands long pointed nails painted inky black, with gleeful dielight, and with a devilish gint in her slanted eyes she hits – post- chuckling all the way…….
After the events of the last couple of days, weeks, I welcome October and all its silly fright nights that build up to the end of October. For weeks now, I’ve seen the fun and silliness that people have and enjoy when they plan their special outfits for the events that lead up to Halloween. Not just the young, the older shoppers as well.
What IS behind the wall of trees, and mounds of earth. At this location, as I neared I could hear the rumble of big trucks.
They were backing up and emptying their load of gravel and sand, the vegetation was so dense, I saw very little, but I did grab a picture on the other side of the roadway.
This with the water is what I see from the road, at the first No Trespassing Pit I come to. It is lovely, but the No Trespassing signs are everywhere. I took this from the road. All this to say, that although I started out thinking of ghouls and goblins, and painting spider and furry critters.. the drive out to Mountain, turned my thoughts around.
I am still going to paint a howling scene and enjoy the creative rush I get in October, but wanted to share with you, how easy it can be, to go with the flow. NATURE is so good at drawing us in, and helping us to expand our horizons. Help us turn a page.
Mid week everyone. Make every day count. Enjoy whatever comes your way, find appreciation in all you do.
Oyashikiri
PL Precept #18 Each moment is a turning Point.
A window from the pastlooks out into another world
when looking in,
there is left only decay and ruin
I drove along the highway today,
and saw where a building such as the one above
once alive and vibrant
was now shuttered and vacant
the vegetation was fast reclaiming the
once well tended lawn.
I had a fleeting memory of days gone by
and wondered how come I’d missed
the encroachment of another phase
for the sign, standing tall near the street
announced that soon, a multi unit would be going up
The world is changing, and changing fast
where once we planned and looked forward
to a yard of our own,
now the buildings offer small rooms. and many units
to accommodate a number of families
where once, only one family lived,
and children ran and played with wild abandon
safe in their own backyards.
What happened? Where is that time in space gone?
What was I doing? How did I miss it?
October 1st. in a flash it will be the 31st
Windows… lots of windows.. just like doors, they fascinate. Q
HELP.. does anyone know why the font in WP has changed … and how do I change it back.. I’ve tried customizing font.. didn’t work.. ???
This little piggy was at the market
but was not brought home
This little piggy stayed on the shelf
where passers by, looked and smiled
Rest assured, this little piggy
will not be travelling for miles
to visit you soon
But the smiles and happy chuckles he
passed on to people who passed by
I hope will stay with you
way past noon
Happy Saturday all !
smiles a mile long…. and pass them on
Q
Nature has many faces, depending on where we are at a given time, what we will see and experience , are miles apart, different in every way, yet beautiful at the same time.
With the many prayers and healing thoughts coming our way, how can we not be enriched in every way, by the thoughtful and caring generosity of our friends.
PL Precept # 11 Always be with God.
PL Precept # 7 Everything exists in Relativity
Oyashikiri
Thank you, I give thanks each day you are in our lives!
bottom photo, Shirley Keen (Squally Cove) (down under)
top photos, Ompah, Ontario (Q)
I am not into fussy cutting, and colouring, but you get the idea.!
Have a great and wonderful day everyone… That is what I plan to do!!
Oyashikiri
At one time. I would not have sent out something that I didn’t deem perfect.. but now.. the fun is in sharing, not a colouring and cutting competition.!! One of those ah ha! moments.. they happen every so often. Blessings!!!
My sister in law was a strong resourceful woman, she battled with medical problems what seems like forever. Yet she raised her family, say her children marry, and then the blessing of grandchildren. Had she stayed around, she and my brother in law would have celebrated I believe their 49th. anniversary.
The last few years saw her visiting the train station, more than I’m sure she wanted to, but an intelligent woman, she knew that a journey was soon to come. I never failed to marvel at her sense of “life” no matter her physical limitations, she always had an aura of vibrancy and life the emanated from her. Everyone who met her, dealt with her, enjoyed her presence. Even in the greatest discomfort, she made you feel welcome by her side. A “true lady”, genteel, she will be greatly missed.
She was a ray of sunlight that shone just a tad brighter than most.
The last few days, we saw the skies cloud over, we felt the murmur and call of the Universe.
One night the stars shone extra brightly, the next morning, we knew, she had spread her wings and flown home where she will shine down on us from up above.
The sunbeams that dance across the lakes, and caress the changing seasons, will always be a bit of Georgina, reminding us, she is not far away, Her legacy and faith in “life” will always BE.
Oyashikiri
Rest in Peace dear friend, you will never be forgotten..
sometimes,
we wander to the right
but get tempted to venture
to the left
sometimes
we wander right into the fire
where there is nothing to do
but close our eyes
nice and tight
till our thoughts
wander back into the light
only we ourselves can define our reality
PL Precept #11 Always be with God
wherever you wander,
you are NEVER alone
Oyashikiri
text Q
landscape designer, Eclair Martinek
Photographer Q
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