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Living with Faith, Hope and Love

Quote of the day: “There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela What do you get up for in the morning?  What can you NOT do in your life?  Is it something creative?  Is it running or an athletic endeavor?  Is it making music?  Or sewing? Or photography?  Or something else that makes you feel happy and fulfilled?  My something has turned out to be a combination of photography, writing, cooking, being with friends and family.  Everyone has something Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Love Wins

As I find videos that show the power of love in this world, I will share them in my blog because I believe that focusing on the positive and sharing ideas that come from a place of love can make a positive difference in the world.  Here is the first “Love Wins” video I am sharing:

By Marilyn, ago

Full Moon Crazy

Quote of the day:  “I see the Moon/And the Moon sees me/God bless the Moon/And God bless Me!” – Nursery Rhyme Last night the moon was full.  I had some guests over for dinner so didn’t have a lot of time to experiment, but I did take about 10 minutes to go outside with camera and tripod.  Here are two of the photos I took.  I played around with different exposures, especially under-exposing most of the photo so that the moon was bright and clear.  I’m still not totally happy with what I captured, but stay tuned — next full Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Holiday Glow

Quote of the day: “I would rather be ashes than dust! I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet.” – Jack London Food, food, food!  This is the season for get-togethers and breaking bread with friends and family.  I’ve had a wonderfully busy week of book club get-together, a quiet meal with a friend, and tonight a potluck with several of my favorite women friends. Since I’m focusing on eating healthy food these days and have eliminated gluten from my diet, I find that I’m gravitating towards soups Read more…

By Marilyn, ago