Category Archives: SNAPSHOTS & WHATNOTS

…on not panicking…

Posted on October 7, 2019 by Virginia

“There is a theory which states that if ever anyone discovers exactly what the Universe is for and why it is here, it will instantly disappear and be replaced by something even more bizarre and inexplicable. There is another theory which … Continue reading →

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Quickie Quotes: Living in the Here & Now

Posted on October 3, 2019 by Virginia

“Life is a gift to be grateful for & not a property to cling to.” Henri Nouwen “The real enemies of our lives are the ‘oughts’ and the ‘ifs.’ They pull us backward into the unalterable past and forward into the … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Friday (or any day!)

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Virginia

Teresa of Avila is one of my favorite saints. Over the years many things she said in her writings have resonated deep in my heart, this quote especially: “Let nothing disturb you. Let nothing affright you. All things are passing. … Continue reading →

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(stylish) mermaid inspiration

Posted on September 25, 2019 by Virginia

During a recent visit to the Norfolk Botanical Gardens this stylish mermaid guided us along toward the path we were meant to go… “The great thing in this world is not so much where we stand, as in the direction … Continue reading →

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Snapshots & Whatnot: Colorful Journey(s)

Posted on September 18, 2019 by Virginia

Traipsing around Venice with friends on a cold November day (during an unforgettable trip to Italy) we took a boat out to the fishing island of Burano. On a dreary day this island lifted droopy spirits as everywhere we looked … Continue reading →

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a spunky tree (by the sea)

Posted on September 16, 2019 by Virginia

This spunky tree inspired me as it stood next to the sea and a colorful street in a fishing village on Burano Island in Venice, Italy. “What is the good of stars and trees, sunrise and wind, if they do … Continue reading →

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Snapshots & Whatnot: Waterfalls of Understanding

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Virginia

Years ago my brother and I visited Niagara-on-the-Lake in southern Ontario to see Niagara Falls from the Canadian side – a glorious occasion for this waterfall groupie! “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Beauty (scattering JOY!)

Posted on September 9, 2019 by Virginia

A little Monday butterfly inspiration… “There is no beautifier of complexion, or form, or behavior, like the wish to scatter joy and not pain around us.” Ralph Waldo Emerson “Be at peace and let your soul feed upon the sweetness … Continue reading →

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Snapshots & Whatnot: Humble Herons

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Virginia

On Saturday my brother and I zoomed down to Norfolk to visit the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, a glorious place for flower lovers (& tree huggers of all varieties.) While there we took an hour-long boat ride through the canal system … Continue reading →

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New Horizons (quickie quote!)

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Virginia

Not sure about you, but sometimes at the beach this redhead likes hanging out near the shore (no rough surf, easy to navigate waves, quicker dash back to sandy shore!) If we’re after new horizons, however, it might be time … Continue reading →

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