A L O H A From Honolulu!
We all have an
unsuspected reserve of
strength inside that
emerges when life
puts us to the test.
Isabel Allende
Cana Lily, Canna indica, Indian shot
You will do
foolish things,
but do them
with enthusiasm.
Colette
Walk as if you are
kissing the Earth
with your feet.
Thich Nhat Hanh
Yellow Hibiscus
Politeness is the
flower of humanity.
Joseph Joubert
Hibiscus Tiliaceus tree flower
Gratitude gilds everything
like sunshine
Cana Lily, Canna indica, Indian shot, seed pods
Drink your tea slowly
and reverently, as if
it is the axis on which
the world earth revolves
–slowly, evenly, without
rushing toward the future.
Thich Nhat Hanh
Monkey Pod Tree Blossoms,
Samanea saman, also
sometimes known as
the rain tree,
is a species of flowering tree
in the pea family native to
Central and South America.
Wikipedia
Things are never as bleak as
they can sometimes seem.
There's always a twist,
an unexpected element.
Events ricochet they don't
proceed in an orderly
predictable fashion.
Stop catastrophizing
and start living. Oh Joy!
𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒊𐒐
Love You,
Cloudia & Pixie
Links
Monkey Pod Tree
I have been glad of that unexpected strength but do wish that my reserves were not so thoroughly tested...
ReplyDeleteI'm all for doing foolish things with enthusiasm. Pixie is napping with enthusiasm :)
ReplyDeletePixie looks so relaxed. Nice to see her enjoying herself. Meow from Finland!
ReplyDeleteI drink tea like a meditation now. I am grateful for running water. I listen to the sound of boiling water on the stove. I open the tea container and pick out which flavor. I smell the tea for five minutes steeping. And then the joy of drinking tea slowly, no hurry for I am retired. I wash and dry the cup and saucer. Then I see Pixie all relaxed and think of the word Joy. Each week I enjoy your quotes and photographs even more. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThanks Friends
ReplyDeleteI love all the beautiful flowers and your cute Pixie.
ReplyDeleteTake care, enjoy your day and happy weekend!
Your post is bringing joy. Thank you.
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Aloha right back to you from Oklahoma!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos and quotes you give us today!
Delightful photos!
ReplyDeleteGreat to see you both ☺️
ReplyDeleteHi, Cloudia! I've looked at all the wonderful photographs that you have posted since last week's TAD post. I love your beautiful Waikiki area, and your pictures bring back so many familiar memories. I enjoyed the photos of your pretty cat.
ReplyDeleteIn the previous post you asked the question, "When you were young, trying to find your way in life, there a book, a routine, devotional practice, or daily positive that really improved your life? You felt renewed, and promised yourself that you'd never forget this source, this treasure?"
For me, it was the love of my parents, siblings, and extended family. We moved a lot when I was growing up, and we lived in some very isolated areas. Their love was the constant in my life and remains so today.
Have a great weekend! Aloha!
Some wonderful quotes today, but it's that first photo that steals the show for me. Beautiful!!
ReplyDeletePoliteness is the flower of humanity. Beautiful. So is Pixie.
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining the Feline Friday Blog Hop.
Have a purrfect Feline Friday and weekend. Scritches to Pixie. ♥
I think I have used up most of my reserves but somehow I still struggle on.
ReplyDeleteI loved that Colette quote on Karen's blog and I'm glad you have passed it along to more people. I've copied it to my little stash of wonderful quotes mostly from you.
The Monkey Pod flowers look just like Mimosa flowers.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.
ReplyDeleteSuch gorgeous floral photos, some plants are very exotic to me. Your kitty is adorable 💕 I have two kitties, now 9 months old and they bring so much joy to every day.
ReplyDeleteLovely blooms.
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