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Paying attention is a
form of reciprocity
with the living world,
receiving the gifts with
open eyes and open heart.
Robin Wall Kimmerer
Never drive away
from good surf.
Unknown Surfer
Do less, be more.
Elizabeth Grace Saunders
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At the barber shop,
all drinking is
kept out of sight!
(That's Sarge)
Thanks for bringing joy to our lives. That sunny Vespa brought me joy, as did Pixie showing us how to do less and be more and Sarge guarding the barber shop.
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ReplyDeleteNever drive away from good surf could be similar to 'the grass is always greener on the other side.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful reminder that true connection with the natural world begins with presence—honoring its gifts through mindful attention and heartfelt appreciation.
ReplyDeleteThat first quote is really a good one and quite timely as we had a really rough weekend at our competition and are trying to mentally power through it.
ReplyDelete...big board, tiny scooter.
ReplyDeleteI will try to take Pixie’s advice and do less. 😀
ReplyDeleteLove the inspiring quotes and images.
ReplyDeleteThe dog at the barber's is cute.
Take care, have a great day and happy week ahead.
Such a delightful and peaceful post! I love the reminder to pay attention to the living world around us—such wisdom in Robin Wall Kimmerer’s words. It's easy to get caught up in the rush, but taking a moment to be truly present is a gift. Also, the quote about 'never drive away from good surf' really brings a smile—such a great reminder to enjoy the good things when they come!
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Love that Kimmerer quote! And sweet Pixie looks very seriously concentrating on something here!
ReplyDeleteSarge is a cutie.
ReplyDeleteI have tons of joy. I avoid anything hateful and down.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing Pixie.
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Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week. Scritches to Pixie. ♥
Sarge is a keeper, Cloudia. ;-)
ReplyDeleteI adore that photo of Pixie, Cloudia. And yes, may we all bloom where we are planted, and do the best with what God has given us. Blessings!
ReplyDelete"Do less, be more.
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The first quote resonated with me today. None of us can know what will happen in the future or why.
ReplyDeleteI will try8 never to lose my joy and love instead of hate. A wonderful quote. Love Pixie's advice to do less, be more. Smart feline.
ReplyDeleteLoved Sarge at the barber shop. Probably a wise plan to keep drinks out of sight. Thanks for this fun entry for T this Tuesday, Cloudia.
Sarge is in charge. Do less, be more, what a great quote.
ReplyDeleteMore lovely quotes in this post. Love and peace and small things do matter. And I really liked how you used the symbols to make those fish. I need to do that. Give Pixie a pat for me. And happy T day.
ReplyDeleteOne of the happy things about our trip to Japan was the kindness of others. So many people helped us when we weren't on our tour. And on our tour, we met the nicest Hawaii travelers.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, dear Cloudia, we should never lose our joy, enjoy our lives, and give love. We should live this life with open eyes and an open heart and know how to savor a good surf. That's the best defense against everything negative. And Pixie shows us how to do less and be more: Everyone can learn a lot from cats.
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All the best, Traude
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Do less and be more. Pixie is just the purrfect model for that quote. Happy T Day
ReplyDeleteLove the surf quotes...Michelle
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