Hi everyone, this week I am your guest host for for Leanne’s Monochrome Madness My theme for this week is On the Beach. This gives you great scope to share whatever you have discovered on the beach. It is not limited to the coast. Here in Australia, some of our rivers have sandy reaches and…

You may recall that a Gregory Porter concert was the springboard for last summer’s trip to the Basque Country; this year he’s obliged again. We bought tickets to see him at the San Sebastian Jazz Festival so, yes, we’ve been in the Basque Country again. Having spent a very enjoyable Saturday in Nice catching up…

Idiot demon-jocks, tons of profanity, copious psychedelics, and an airborne kiss at 300 mph, hanging from the back of a mushroom-shaped mecha!  All this and more in my comedy/horror/sci-fi absurdical, Kor’Thank: Barbarian Valley Girl! #Kindle #KindleUnlimited #writingcommunity #writer #booktok #writerscommunity #writing Check it out here: Kor’Thank: Barbarian Valley Girl Get A Door into Evermoor here: A Door…

We have a little piece of land, one acre, on the edge of the woods. Those woods are part of a watershed of 2,729 acres—over 4 square miles—that drains to the Upper Narrows Pond, and this means they are safe from development. In the woods are many wild animals, including foxes, deer, porcupines, bears, fishers,…

Swept Along I was that childcarving channels down headlands,like unconquerable water around bends, I spread and filled,broadened and was swept along.Currents tossing aside old dreams for new ambitions;my heart grew wise,and now this old river gropes for one more bend. Written for dVerse Poets, Quadrille #206 “bend”. Quadrille: 44-words sans title. Some artwork is created using Midjourney…

I thought it only right to send a postcard or two from the vegetable garden we’re tending in its owners’ absence, though very brisk winds make any photography difficult. Anyway, you’ve popped through the gate in the featured photo. Let the gathering, watering and weeding begin! As you leave, this cheery chappie on a tree…

Baking Challah Four small feet on a step stool,four small hands pounding dough,four eyes, blue-grey birdsin constant motion,chirping mouths small Os of joyin two faces dotted with flour clouds,a fine, white mist settlingon a horizon of time. One kitchen warmed with laughter,alight with bread aroma, I drink itin—a toasty yeastiness, a hint of sesame— the…

Once upon a time in a cheerful village, there lived a kind-hearted girl named Lily. Lily loved to dance, and she dreamed of having a special pair of shoes that would make her dance with everlasting joy. One sunny day, as Lily was walking through the village square, she spotted a small, old shoe shop…

Once upon a time in a cheerful village, there lived a kind-hearted girl named Lily. Lily loved to dance, and she dreamed of having a special pair of shoes that would make her dance with everlasting joy. One sunny day, as Lily was walking through the village square, she spotted a small, old shoe shop…

This weeks challenge is Sense of Scale and it has been chosen for us by Sofia from photographias. I wasn’t sure if I needed people or not, or how to tell scale, but when I read her blog I realised that I could do this. I know I seem to say that every week. If…

May this day carry you like leaves in the wind so that you can find the places where people can most admire the beauty of your spirit. Like Leaves in the Wind- Sensory Friendly Motivation

Coaching is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The process of coaching often unlocks previously untapped sources of imagination, productivity and leadership (International Coaching Federation – ICF) People often misunderstand what coaching is. It is often misinterpreted as only being needed by…

August 21, 2024- The technician regarded my t-shirt, with its positive message, and expressed gratitude that I wasn’t annoyed by the length of time that passed, between my scheduled time and when he was actually able to look at my laptop. People are stressed, in general, but especially in the heat. When the woman two…

Proverbs 7:14-17 I have peace offerings with me; this day have I paid my vows. Therefore came I forth to meet thee, diligently to seek thy face, and I have found thee. I have decked my bed with coverings of tapestry, with carved works, with fine linen of Egypt. I have perfumed my bed with…

Editorial by Summer Lane | The religious foundation of America itself has been swept aside by mainstream culture. The nation has careened away from the historical roots of its founding, turned away from its faith-based heritage, and embraced a pervasively godless culture. America is perched carelessly on the cusp of a looming abyss: what waits…

“There is no greater reward than working from your heart and making a difference in the world.” ~ Carlos Santana #ThoughtfulThursday – Carlos Santana

I love reading motivational and inspirational quotes when ever I feel life is hard. Do you have any quote that you like to hear/read when you need it? please comment it. 6 powerful and inspirational quotes that I think you will like

This has been on my mind a lot lately and I’m not sure why: Motivation I follow a lot of blogs, listen to a lot of podcasts and watch more on YouTube. In other words, I’m in some sort of contact with a lot of different character types but they all seem to have one…

When we think of what we wear, our minds often drift to clothing—jeans, dresses, suits, sneakers, and so forth. We spend considerable time choosing what to wear, understanding that what we put on speaks to the world before we ever utter a word. Yet, there’s something far more crucial than the fabric that covers our…

Failure is an inevitable part of life, a universal experience that touches everyone, from the most successful entrepreneurs to the most celebrated artists. It’s easy to view failure as a dark cloud, a force that drags us down and keeps us from reaching our full potential. But what if we could see it differently? What…

I know at one point you have heard someone talk about my ulcers…my blood pressure..my diabetes… We have made a relationship with these things and have allowed them to be part of our lives. Let me remind you that God has given you all things that pertain to life and godliness. II Peter 1:3 says, “God…

Taking It to Work: Bernie Madoff died just a few years ago. He made himself infamous across the globe for executing the world’s largest Ponzi scheme, worth almost $65,000,000,000. He follows in the footsteps of Charles Ponzi himself, who made himself rich “robbing Peter to pay Paul,” and I’m sure before him there were thousands…

HISTORY IN THE MAKING! Cristiano Ronaldo Shatters Records with Instant Gold Plaque on YouTube! In a jaw-dropping feat, Cristiano Ronaldo’s newly minted YouTube channel has been awarded the coveted Gold Play Button in just ONE DAY! Yesterday, CR7 embarked on his YouTube journey, sharing his life, passions, and expertise with the world. Today, he’s already…

This post beautifully captures the essence of small beginnings and the impact they can have. It’s a reminder to embrace growth, collaborate, and find joy in every step. 🌸🐝 #Inspiration #GrowthMindset “A brier rose whose buds yield fragrant harvest for the honey bee.” – Letitia Elizabeth Landon.

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Thank you to Gabriella Milton at Literary Revelations for publishing my poem, Take Me. I rarely submit to publications other than my book publisher or post here on my blog, so it is fun for me to have another publisher post my writing in their journal. Below is an audio recording of my poem and…

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