Category Archives: Quotes

T-shirt Tours: The Grand Canyon (& environs!)

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Virginia

Continuing with Virginia’s t-shirt tours, years ago my younger brother and I made a truly grand trip to Arizona and environs. After traipsing around the Grand Canyon for several days we ventured on to see Monument Valley and various sites … Continue reading →

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Snapshots & Whatnot: T-Shirt Tours!!

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Virginia

Some folks are experiencing summer vacation blues with no place to go (or not venturing very far) due to coronavirus constraints. Visiting interesting places over the years, Virginia collected bunches of t-shirt souvenirs. Many worn-to-tatters shirts have endured forced retirement … Continue reading →

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(a little) Flowery Cheer

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Virginia

Sometimes a little flowery cheer can brighten up our day… “Fear less; hope more. Talk less; say more. Hate less; love more. And never underestimate the power of forgiveness.” Abigail Van Buren grace, peace & flowery cheer Virginia : )

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Trees! Trees! Trees! Trees!

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Virginia

On this hot and steamy day in Virginia (the state), Virginia (the person) is contemplating the calm beauty of trees – and their cool shade! As a tree groupie of the highest order, Virginia has been inspired by the grandeur … Continue reading →

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Snapshots & Whatnot: Directionless in Assisi

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Virginia

Years ago while traipsing around Assisi I came across a little doggie looking a wee bit lost. With his nose to the ground he didn’t seem to notice the signposts that might have helped him along his way… Directionless in … Continue reading →

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#Kindness Grooves

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Virginia

Virginia is sharing another archived post (circa 14 July 2016) that’s still relevant today… What does it mean to be kind? “Kin” and “kindred” connote family. Kindred spirits are of like minds and hearts. To be kind means to treat … Continue reading →

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Quickie Quote: Springs of LOVE!

Posted on June 28, 2020 by Virginia

On this summer Sunday (when we may be feeling a little hot and bothered) here’s a reminder that God’s love never runs dry. “This I have known for certain, that God is love. Even if I have been mistaken on … Continue reading →

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…strategic timeouts (more #tea anyone?)

Posted on June 26, 2020 by Virginia

You may be thinking, “Virginia, enough about tea already!” The challenge with sharing something appreciated (forever) is squeezing everything in one post. There are so many teas. Virginia still has many more favorites! Like this lovely green Rishi Jasmine Tea. … Continue reading →

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The Weight of the Matter

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Virginia

“Keep in mind that even during a pandemic no matter much chocolate (and cheese) you eat, your earrings will still fit.” Anonymous A comforting thought in these troubled times, especially for chocoholics like Virginia. Virginia is glad her earrings still … Continue reading →

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Quickie Quote Monday: Fresh-eyed Friendships

Posted on June 15, 2020 by Virginia

“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” Marcel Proust “Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art… It has no survival value; rather it is one of those things which give value … Continue reading →

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