Saturday, October 3, 2026

Rough Water Dog

  A  L  O  H  A 

From

Honolulu


There is no need to run,

strive, search or struggle.

Just be. Just being

in the moment in

this place is the

deepest practice

of meditation.

Thich Nhat Hanh



Jacaranda tree

I do not owe my opponents 

my affection, warmth, or regard. 

But I do owe myself a chance 

to live in this world 

without the burden of hate.

 Valarie Kaur





The most important

decision you make is

to be in a good mood.

Voltaire



꧁🗿꧂




Hawaiian Monk Seal

ʻĪlio holo i ka uaua
is a Hawaiian name
for the monk seal,
commonly translated as
“dog that runs in rough water”
ʻīlio means “dog,” and
holo means “to run.”


14 comments:

Stewart M said...

Flowering Jacaranda trees mean it's just about Christmas in Melbourne - they must align with a different celebration for you!
Hope all is well.
Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

Iris Flavia said...

Wise words and photos to get lost in!

Andrew said...

Monk seal wants a belly rub, just like Pixie.

roentare said...

Peace comes from being present, letting go of hatred, and consciously choosing a lighter and kinder state of mind

eileeninmd said...

Hello Cloudia,
The rainbow is lovely, I always love your sweet Pixie.
The Monk Seal is a treat to see. Great poems and quotes.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great day and a happy weekend! PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

Shiju Sugunan said...

The rainbow and the beautiful Jacaranda blossoms are stunning.

Martha Jane Orlando said...

May we all leave a legacy of love, not hate in this world. Loved your photos, Cloudia. Blessings!

Tom said...

Thanks, I didn't know that about the monk seal.

Yogi♪♪♪ said...

The older I get the more I realize that "Just Be" is some of the greatest advice ever.

RedPat said...

Love the Voltaire quote. Thank you for the , dear Cloudia. ;-)

Taken For Granted said...

I always enjoy seeing rainbows. That is such a lovely photo.

DVArtist said...

A stunning post, Cloudia. I love this Jacaranda tree. Pixie looks pretty content. Have a lovely day today.

Bill said...

"Just Be" is the way to be. Beautiful rainbow, Cloudia. Have a nice and peaceful weekend.

James said...

Beautiful post! Thanks for your comments.