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Yarn Bombing for Peace

Quote of the day: “The first peace, which is the most important, is that which comes within the souls of people when they realize their relationship, their oneness with the universe and all its powers, and when they realize at the center of the universe dwells the Great Spirit, and that its center is really everywhere, it is within each of us.” ― Black Elk  I’m getting ready for my next photo exhibit, next week at J. Arthur Coffee Shop in Roseville, MN.  For the past two weeks I’ve been contemplating the theme for this small exhibit, and which photos to use Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Life is Full of Beauty

Quote of the day: “Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” — Ashley Smith I found this photo from June 2011 today and thought that it would be fun for texture and flower play. I see beauty everywhere so today’s quote of the day speaks for me. I added 2 layers of Kim Klassen’s texture kk_simplistic in soft light blend mode to this photo. I also added a copy of the Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Gratitude for Life (Friday Bliss List)

Quote of the day:  “The Heart is the Capital of the Mind— The Mind is a single State— The Heart and the Mind together make A single Continent— One—is the Population— Numerous enough— This ecstatic Nation Seek—it is Yourself.” ― Emily Dickinson Last week I wrote of a week spent living with a fierce summer cold. This week I continue to live with the remnants of the cold, still limiting activities and spending more time at home than usual. My bliss list this week is once again centered on the wonders of nature in my yard and amongst family. Here Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Discovering Beauty Wherever You Are

Quote of the day: “Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.” —Confucius While recovering from a wicked summer cold, I found myself feeling better but not well enough to go out in pursuit of beauty. Instead I spent part of a day out on the deck enjoying the gentle summer breezes and sunshine. I had an itch for making photos so I brought my camera out with me. Here is some of the beauty I discovered all around me that day. A common photography assignment is to pick a spot anywhere and find things to photograph. It is a good practice Read more…

By Marilyn, ago