A L O H A From Honolulu!
Diamond Head, Kapiolani Park, Oahu
Confidence is the sweet spot
between arrogance and despair-
consisting of positive expectations
for favorable outcomes.
Rosabeth Moss Kanter
Reflection - Not Mural
As we let our own light shine,
we unconsciously give
other people permission
to do the same.
Nelson Mandela
Photo Mural - Not A Reflection
Pessimism leads
to weakness,
optimism to power.
William James
Calotropis gigantea, the crown flower,
is a species of Calotropis native to
Cambodia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, China, Pakistan, and Nepal. It is a large shrub
growing to 4 m tall. It has clusters of waxy flowers that are either white or lavender
in colour. Wikipedia
Be tough in the way
a blade of grass is:
rooted, willing to lean,
and at peace with
what is around it.
Natalie Goldberg
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Love You,
Cloudia & Pixie
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How High The Moon?
Wait. I'll Check:
In the hopes of
reaching the moon
people fail to see the
flowers that blossom
at their feet.
Albert Schweitzer
The crown flower is gorgeous - and I love the perspective of seeing a blade of grass as resilient...
ReplyDeleteCool post. I like the reflection not a mural and the mural not a reflection shots. I also like Pixie by the grass and the quote about the toughness of grass. There is a Tang Dynasty Chinese poem about grass with similar sentiments. It says that even though it flourishes and withers every year, wild fires cannot burn it all away because when the spring winds blow it grows back. We need to be resilient like that. Pixie is a great guru to show us grass.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing that!
DeleteI like Natalie Goldberg's quote, and the crane reaching for the moon.
ReplyDeleteI love William James's quote the best
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quotes and images.
ReplyDeleteI love the mural, the pretty flowers.
Cute photo of Pixie!
Take care, have a wonderful week ahead.
...I have enjoyed Calotropis gigantea, but never knew its name, thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love how the reflection photo and the one of a mural actually look like they are interchangeable. So glad you pointed out the difference, Cloudia. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteHow nice the quotes that can have 2 meanings according to the thought of the viewer.
ReplyDeleteWell, I thought those folks in their apartments had real trees inside, showing through the windows. Pixie sits so pretty and regal. Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteI rather like the shape and shades of Calotropis gigantea.
ReplyDeleteI was sure the mural was a reflection. Very tricky, Cloudia. ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove the Autumn Leaves song...and am surprised to see pixie by grass!
ReplyDeleteWe needed to be in Northern California for almost 4 years a while ago. It was cool to see her outdoors. Thank you! Aloha!
DeleteSuper photos. I love the reflection of the tree! Stunning capture :-D
ReplyDeleteThat is interesting. I've never had confidence.
ReplyDeleteThe Autumn Leaves song is one of my favourites.
ReplyDeleteThanks friends. I really enjoy reading your comments Aloha
ReplyDeleteWise, so wise, accompanied by beauty, and a great video too. Thank you Cloudia. You and Pixie have a great week :)
ReplyDeleteI need to listen to William James...
ReplyDeleteThe quote about the moon is great! I like the reflection and the mural, both are beautiful. Thanks for participating in Monday Murals Cloudia.
ReplyDeleteI love both: reflection not mural and mural not reflection!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat quotes, Beautiful clicks, Mural looks awesome.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week ahead.
Oh gosh... The Autumn Leaves used to be one of my mother's favorite songs. I wonder if she'd remember it. I've been so busy with her care and just everything else that I haven't had a chance to check in with everybody. Thank you for your beautiful thoughts, Cloudia. Have a great rest of the week.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful click of Crown flower, your words of wisdom add whole new dimension to the post. Thanks for sharing with Garden Affair.
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