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A very warm welcome to you! Thank you so much for taking the time to visit. My purpose for having this blog is to offer a place of serenity, encouragement and to hopefully brighten your day from the hustle and bustle of life. This is a blog where everyone is welcome, and all ages are welcome. From near or far, children to the elderly, I hope to provide in my posts a chance for you to relax, smile, laugh or just take time to unwind, to live in the moment.
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Monday's Picks and a Lovely Poem Written for me!!!
Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! I hope my selections for today end your month of June on a positive and happy note!
Here are my selections for you all today!
Today is the day that you can make a difference to your life or to somebody else's. So do something wonderful!
Terry Runyan Creative, Facebook
Apple Banana Smoothie
Blend 1 frozen banana, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1 apple and 1/4 cup milk
Health benefits of apple - packed with fiber, promotes weight loss, lowers the risk of heart disease, boosts your exercise endurance
One Million Recipes, Facebook
Today is the day that you can make a difference to your life or to somebody else's. So do something wonderful!
Ups, Downs and Roundabouts, Facebook
The beauty myth is always actually prescribing behaviour and not appearance. - Naomi Wolf
Healthy Place, Facebook
Keep the smile, leave the tension, feel the joy, don't worry, hold the peace, leave the pain and always pray and be happy!
Inspired by Gratitude, Facebook
Appreciation is a powerful tool to shift perspective. Finding something to appreciate during a difficult situation quickly moves the perspective to the big picture from the little picture. - Doc Childre
HeartMath Institute, Facebook
Remember that when you leave this earth, you can take with you nothing that you have received, only what you have given. - St. Francis of Assisi
Sketches in Stillness, Facebook
Each day brings new dreams and renewed hope.
Ups, Downs and Roundabouts, Facebook
Hard times will always reveal true friends.
Karen Salmansohn, Facebook
Don't let anyone get your tutu in a twist. - Jane Lee Logan
Princess Sassy Pants & Co., Facebook
Raphael Vavasseur Art, Facebook
Raphael Vavasseur Art, Facebook
A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.
Inspired by Gratitude, Facebook
Time is like a river. You cannot touch the same water twice because the flow that has passed will never pass again.
Recharge Your Mind, Facebook
The following photos are my own, which I took in 2013 in walks I took here in Montreal. You can click on each photo to see a larger view.
This last photo is one I took just a week or so ago with my cellphone. It is a tree with beautiful yellow flowers. I am a bit disappointed that this photo doesn't show the real beautiful and lovely yellow colours, but since I am still practicing with taking photos with my cellphone I decided to share it anyway.
A fellow blogger and friend of mine wrote me a lovely poem in the comments on my last blog post. I have known John for a long time, as he and I followed one another's blogs when I was at Linda's Peaceful Place years ago. I would like to share this poem he wrote me with you all. His blog is John's IslandHe is a very kind and talented man! I appreciate him and his friendship very much!
John, a sincere and heartfelt thank you for this beautiful poem, it touched my heart and brought me to tears (happy tears). Thank you so much, dear friend!
To Linda, on a Joyful June Note
A Thursday wrapped in grateful light, With kindness shining bold and bright. Your words like petals soft and true, Bring gentle wisdom into view.
You teach us that a stormy sky Still holds a place where hearts can fly. And though the road may twist and bend, The truest souls remain, and tend.
A laughing babe, a serenade, Sweet simple joys that never fade. The clouds, the tree, a pink-hued bloom, All chase away the deepest gloom.
So thank you, Linda, for the grace You sprinkle through this bloggy space. Each thought, each quote, each photo shared— Reminds us all: we're loved and cared.
John
The following is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French), done here in Montreal. Enjoy!
This next video...O-roll Orchestrion Plays the "Atlanta Rag"
This last video: 19 Quail Chicks Drinking on a Hot Day
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Good evening, I love the collection of good thoughts and photos you have shared with us. I don't have a cell phone so wouldn't even know how to take a photo with it smiles Your photo is lovely-I can really see the flowers when I clicked to enlarge the photo. Take care and have an awesome new week Hugs Kathy
Happy Monday! Well, not my favorite day of the week but I am trying to be positive. LOL! As usual, love the quotes and I am always drawn to the illustrations that have cats in them. I can appreciate the loveliness of those yellow blooms. It is hard to catch the beauty of plants via our cellphones but to me it is good enough. Well, John is quite the poet! He has a way with words and I love the poem.
Happy Monday, Linda. This is such a lovely poem and I enjoyed all of the uplifting quotes. The blooms on the tree are gorgeous. I bet it smelled heavenly. Have a wonderful week. Hugs.
Love the first video - full of laughs for me. The pianola type piano is good also and the last one is sweet of the birds. The photos you took are lovely; I particularly like the clivia one. Nice cat and the memes are good too, Linda.
I've done some online workshops with Terry Runyan and I love her work -- even have her calendar. It's just happy and makes me smile. John's poem is lovely. And that tree -- I need to find what that is. I see them around all the time and think they're so pretty!
Merci beaucoup pour ce très bel article accompagné de superbes photos... J'ai passé un excellent moment ! Je te souhaite une agréable journée, bisous bisous.
Hello, Another great inspiring quote. I do love John's poem, he does have a way with words. Love the alpacas, they are so cute. Keep smiling and be happy. Take care, have a great day and happy week ahead.
Hi Linda, I agree on Naomi Wolf's quote. I also like the sentence about the river that will never pass again. Thank you for sharing the recipe of Apple banana smoothie. I will give it a try soon. Have a nice new week 🍒
El batido parece apetitoso aunque creo se pueda realizar con el plátano al natural. Las frases como siempre geniales, en cuanto a los videos el del elefante muy gracioso, seguro que la agente no les dejo conducir durante un tiempo.
John's poem is a beautiful gift and well deserved. He knows you as the good-hearted person that you are, as do I :) Thank you for this very uplifting post, love al the quotes, all the images and your own beautiful photos. Have a lovely week dear friend!
So were those LLAMA? I liked this one - Remember that when you leave this earth, you can take with you nothing that you have received, only what you have given. - St. Francis of Assisi. Enjoyed this.
Linda that pink elephant was absolutely too funny. I adore those Gags. Your quote about how we do not take anything we receive with us when we leave this world but only what we gave away. Such a lovely thought. Your pictures are wonderful. The baby llamas are adorable. Hope you have a blessed start to July. Thank you too for stopping by faithfully to visit me. Hugs!
Grata por esta linda publicação e pelo belo conselho: "Mantenha o sorriso, deixe a tensão, sinta a alegria, não se preocupe, mantenha a paz, deixe a dor e sempre ore e seja feliz!" Muito grata. Boa semana!
Lovely Poem from John, some people are gifted with a great use of words for sure. I love all the kitty pictures :) the orange flowers you took are so pretty, as is your yellow tree pictures, I have found that the right time of the day makes all the difference really, high noon is not the best because the sun is too bright, early morning and late evening are the best :)
¡Querida Linda, qué entrada tan encantadora y llena de calidez! Tu blog es realmente un refugio de serenidad y alegría, y esta publicación lo demuestra con creces. Las citas que compartes son inspiradoras y llenas de positividad, perfectas para levantar el ánimo y recordarnos las cosas simples y hermosas de la vida. La receta del batido de manzana y plátano suena deliciosa, ¡ya quiero probarla! Tus fotos de Montreal son un tesoro, y aunque digas que la del árbol no captura del todo los colores, se siente la magia de ese momento que quisiste compartir. El poema de John es simplemente hermoso, un regalo que refleja no solo su talento, sino también la conexión especial que has creado con tus lectores. Me encanta cómo logras reunir arte, naturaleza, risas (¡ese vídeo de Just for Laughs es genial!) y reflexiones profundas en un solo lugar. Gracias por crear este espacio tan acogedor donde todos nos sentimos bienvenidos. ¡Sigue brillando, Linda, y gracias por hacernos sonreír! 🌼😊
Thank you for sharing your photo of the tree with yellow flowers although you were not satisfied with the photo, I must say the photo looks good and it helped me to learn about the trees in Montreal. From online search, I found that the name of the tree is Syringa reticulata. I like to identify names of trees, plants and flowers. Thanks again.
A lovely post once more. Keep on with the cell phone camera, you'll get there, not that there's anything wrong with what you're taking now :) John also wrote me a lovely poem on one of my posts and I really appreciated it.
Those baby quails are so cute! Your friend John is amazing to write a special poem for you. I've always admired poets but can't write in that form myself.
Linda, your blog is a warm, gentle breeze, With wisdom and quotes that comfort and please. From smoothies to sayings, your thoughts gently flow, Like rivers of kindness that help spirits grow.
Your photos and smiles light up the day, And nudge all our worries gently away. So thanks for the joy at June’s sweet end— You're sunshine in pixels, my blogging friend! ☀️🌿📷
John
PS Thank you for the mention and sharing Joyful June Note AND your kind words. I appreciate you and your friendship. Blessings to you!
I enjoyed the graphics and quotes♥ And that was such a nice poem by John. I'll be visiting him today, thanks for the link. Hope your day is happy and blessed!
Hello Linda, that a a wonderful poem from John! I'm loving all the artwork with cats in it! The tree with the yellow blossoms looks beautiful. Wishing you a lovely day!
What a beautiful poem from your friend, John. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog recently. I look forward to getting to 'know' you better as we share here in blogland. I saw from your profile that we're the same age. And that we share similar taste in films; the ones you listed in your profile are favourites for me too.
Eu gosto de ver tuas postagens, destaco desta vez as ilustrações dos gatinhos fofos. O poema foi bem merecido, parabéns pelos belos posts! Beijos nas bochechas! :-)
Hello Linda... Just popping in to say thank you for visiting my blog :) I'm happy to have found your uplifting page, too. I especially loved the quote from St. Francis of Assisi. Enjoy your July!
The quotes that you picked, Linda, are uplifting. I especially love the St. Francis of Assisi one. The videos were fun. The pink elephant gag was a classic! Thanks for visiting my blog. I made it home. Have a wonderful July! ❤️
Such inspiring picks to start the week and wrap up June with positivity! Love the smoothie recipe — healthy and refreshing. And that reminder to ‘do something wonderful’ truly lifts the spirit. Thank you for always sharing kindness and motivation!
Loved the pink elephant prank. John's poem is beautiful. What a lovely friend he is to you. Lots of inspiring thoughts and illustrations and plenty to make me smile. Thank you for sharing your own photos too.
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Good evening, I love the collection of good thoughts and photos you have shared with us. I don't have a cell phone so wouldn't even know how to take a photo with it smiles Your photo is lovely-I can really see the flowers when I clicked to enlarge the photo.
ReplyDeleteTake care and have an awesome new week Hugs Kathy
Happy Monday! Well, not my favorite day of the week but I am trying to be positive. LOL! As usual, love the quotes and I am always drawn to the illustrations that have cats in them. I can appreciate the loveliness of those yellow blooms. It is hard to catch the beauty of plants via our cellphones but to me it is good enough. Well, John is quite the poet! He has a way with words and I love the poem.
ReplyDeleteJohn is so right!! Your Alpaca photo is perfect; almost like they posed this way. My favorite quote is the one from St. Francis
ReplyDeleteJohn did good! I like the tutu one - made me laugh! Your alpaca photo is great!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely poem!
ReplyDeleteThe poem is so beautifully written. The light tainted flowers are very nice from your photo capture
ReplyDeleteI really love the quote of appreciation! The poem is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice poem! How thoughtful of John. I enjoyed your entire collection of inspirational quotes.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful poem!
ReplyDeleteLoved the little quail babies! :)
Happy Monday, Linda. This is such a lovely poem and I enjoyed all of the uplifting quotes. The blooms on the tree are gorgeous. I bet it smelled heavenly. Have a wonderful week. Hugs.
ReplyDelete"Don't let anyone get your tutu in a twist"
ReplyDeleteIf the tutu loving twins were older I would tell them this, they are only three.
Great way to begin the week. Thank you!
ReplyDeletethe quil chicks are absolutely adorable - what a lifting little experience it is to see them
ReplyDeleteLove the first video - full of laughs for me.
ReplyDeleteThe pianola type piano is good also and the last one is sweet of the birds.
The photos you took are lovely; I particularly like the clivia one.
Nice cat and the memes are good too, Linda.
Great collection of pics and quotes :)
ReplyDeleteThe words are full of vitality.
ReplyDeletelove banana .... thank you for sharing "apple banana smoothie" recipe.....
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post. Heartwarming quotes, truly touching poem.
ReplyDeleteHave a stunning week, hugs.
Thank you for making me smile. :)
Another good collection today. A banana smoothie sounds yummy
ReplyDeleteWe eat apples virtually every day but I have never added them to a smoothie. Maybe I’ll give it a shot!
ReplyDeleteLove that last video, those chicks are so cute!
ReplyDeleteThat silk lilac tree near the end is blooming well. They are also doing well in our town, except for ours, which is doing very poorly.
ReplyDeleteHave a good Canada Day and week.
Lovely post! I love the very beautiful pictures of the cats! Raphael Vavasseur drawings are so fantastic!
ReplyDeleteWarm greetings from Norway.
I've done some online workshops with Terry Runyan and I love her work -- even have her calendar. It's just happy and makes me smile. John's poem is lovely. And that tree -- I need to find what that is. I see them around all the time and think they're so pretty!
ReplyDeleteBonjour chère amie,
ReplyDeleteMerci beaucoup pour ce très bel article accompagné de superbes photos... J'ai passé un excellent moment ! Je te souhaite une agréable journée, bisous bisous.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteAnother great inspiring quote. I do love John's poem, he does have a way with words. Love the alpacas, they are so cute. Keep smiling and be happy. Take care, have a great day and happy week ahead.
Another great post. The pink elephant video was so funny. Enjoyed the post as I always do.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful is your blog Linda! I love the smoothie recipe and the motivational phrases and your photos, thank you
ReplyDeleteAlways uplifting quotes. And what a lovely poem! The banana smoothie is spot on in this hot weather :)
ReplyDeleteA good poem!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic poem your friend created. It's simply beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBom dia, Linda
ReplyDeleteBelas frases e fotos, o poema de John é maravilhoso, os vídeos também são ótimos, sorrir faz um bem enorme, um forte abraço.
Love John’s poem. He is a treasure.
ReplyDeleteI think St. Francis of Assisi had it right! Have a wonderful week.
John is a dear friend. I can use some of these inspirational quotes in my life right now. A pink elephant!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely tribute from John, Linda! I know that had to make your day, as you make the day for so many who love your blog. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteIle pozytywnej energii w twoim wpisie. Sama radość i urocze do tego obrazki 😀 pozdrawiam
ReplyDeleteAlways fun and so uplifting!! I love the cats!! Lovely poem and what a beautiful gift!! Blessings!!
ReplyDeleteYour post and your photos are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAlso a great poem for you.
Greetings.
Hi Linda,
ReplyDeleteI agree on Naomi Wolf's quote. I also like the sentence about the river that will never pass again.
Thank you for sharing the recipe of Apple banana smoothie. I will give it a try soon.
Have a nice new week 🍒
John wrote a lovely poem. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the inspiration to keep going when the going gets tough.
xx oo
Carla
What a truly lovely poem!
ReplyDeleteEl batido parece apetitoso aunque creo se pueda realizar con el plátano al natural.
ReplyDeleteLas frases como siempre geniales, en cuanto a los videos el del elefante muy gracioso, seguro que la agente no les dejo conducir durante un tiempo.
Saludos.
The pink elephant = such fun!
ReplyDeleteJohn's poem is a beautiful gift and well deserved. He knows you as the good-hearted person that you are, as do I :) Thank you for this very uplifting post, love al the quotes, all the images and your own beautiful photos. Have a lovely week dear friend!
ReplyDelete"Don't let anyone get your tutu in a twist." - oh I will remember this one!!!!
ReplyDeleteThe poem is lovely :)
Thank you for the lovely post today, my friend!
ReplyDeleteSo were those LLAMA?
ReplyDeleteI liked this one -
Remember that when you leave this earth, you can take with you nothing that you have received, only what you have given. - St. Francis of Assisi.
Enjoyed this.
Linda that pink elephant was absolutely too funny. I adore those Gags. Your quote about how we do not take anything we receive with us when we leave this world but only what we gave away. Such a lovely thought. Your pictures are wonderful. The baby llamas are adorable. Hope you have a blessed start to July. Thank you too for stopping by faithfully to visit me. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteGrata por esta linda publicação e pelo belo conselho:
ReplyDelete"Mantenha o sorriso, deixe a tensão, sinta a alegria, não se preocupe, mantenha a paz, deixe a dor e sempre ore e seja feliz!"
Muito grata.
Boa semana!
Lovely Poem from John, some people are gifted with a great use of words for sure. I love all the kitty pictures :) the orange flowers you took are so pretty, as is your yellow tree pictures, I have found that the right time of the day makes all the difference really, high noon is not the best because the sun is too bright, early morning and late evening are the best :)
ReplyDelete¡Querida Linda, qué entrada tan encantadora y llena de calidez! Tu blog es realmente un refugio de serenidad y alegría, y esta publicación lo demuestra con creces. Las citas que compartes son inspiradoras y llenas de positividad, perfectas para levantar el ánimo y recordarnos las cosas simples y hermosas de la vida. La receta del batido de manzana y plátano suena deliciosa, ¡ya quiero probarla! Tus fotos de Montreal son un tesoro, y aunque digas que la del árbol no captura del todo los colores, se siente la magia de ese momento que quisiste compartir. El poema de John es simplemente hermoso, un regalo que refleja no solo su talento, sino también la conexión especial que has creado con tus lectores. Me encanta cómo logras reunir arte, naturaleza, risas (¡ese vídeo de Just for Laughs es genial!) y reflexiones profundas en un solo lugar. Gracias por crear este espacio tan acogedor donde todos nos sentimos bienvenidos. ¡Sigue brillando, Linda, y gracias por hacernos sonreír! 🌼😊
ReplyDeleteYes, John writes some great poems. He's written a couple for me already. ;)
ReplyDeleteSo many wonderful quotes!!
Hi Linda, it's lovely visiting your posts you always have such positive thoughts. Have a great week. Hugs Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteThose were all beautiful and such a nice poem!
ReplyDeleteI would share what I put in my smoothies... but most people don't think too highly of it.
ReplyDeleteYour Just For Laughs gag videos always give me a good chuckle.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poem from John.
Thank you for sharing your photo of the tree with yellow flowers although you were not satisfied with the photo, I must say the photo looks good and it helped me to learn about the trees in Montreal. From online search, I found that the name of the tree is Syringa reticulata. I like to identify names of trees, plants and flowers.
ReplyDeleteThanks again.
Wishing you a good week ahead!
A lovely post once more. Keep on with the cell phone camera, you'll get there, not that there's anything wrong with what you're taking now :) John also wrote me a lovely poem on one of my posts and I really appreciated it.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful post, with lots of kittens 😻😻
ReplyDeleteThe poem is lovely, what a beautiful gesture.
Love the baby alpacas, they are absolutely adorable 🥰
Ottimo frullato, con questo caldo è proprio quello che ci vuole!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for John's beautiful poem and the wonderful post you put together!
ReplyDeletehugs Elke
I enjoyed them all- so fun and uplifting . The St. Francis of Assisi quote is my favorite. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteThose baby quails are so cute! Your friend John is amazing to write a special poem for you. I've always admired poets but can't write in that form myself.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poem ! I love the elephant video SO funny. The quails have many babies 😂
ReplyDeleteLinda, your blog is a warm, gentle breeze,
ReplyDeleteWith wisdom and quotes that comfort and please.
From smoothies to sayings, your thoughts gently flow,
Like rivers of kindness that help spirits grow.
Your photos and smiles light up the day,
And nudge all our worries gently away.
So thanks for the joy at June’s sweet end—
You're sunshine in pixels, my blogging friend! ☀️🌿📷
John
PS Thank you for the mention and sharing Joyful June Note AND your kind words. I appreciate you and your friendship. Blessings to you!
I enjoyed the graphics and quotes♥ And that was such a nice poem by John. I'll be visiting him today, thanks for the link. Hope your day is happy and blessed!
ReplyDeleteBoa tarde. Uma excelente mês de julho, minha querida amiga Linda. Obrigado pela visita e comentário.
ReplyDeleteFeliz Dia do Canadá 🍁 🍁 🍁.
ReplyDeleteI love your inspiring quotes. The banana apple smoothie sounds delicious! I'll have to try it!
ReplyDeleteA lovely post with inspiring quotes and words.
ReplyDeleteTalking of words ... the words in John's poem ... just wonderful.
Wishing you a happy month of July.
All the best Jan
Lindas as suas seleções, desejo uma ótima terça-feira bjs.
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful poem John wrote for you💗.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda, that a a wonderful poem from John! I'm loving all the artwork with cats in it! The tree with the yellow blossoms looks beautiful. Wishing you a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteWonderful quotes, poem and pictures! But... the elephant steals the show!
ReplyDeleteThank you for yet another cheerful and fun post. I will certainly try the apple banana smoothie.
ReplyDeleteGod bless always.
Dear Linda!
ReplyDeleteI am delighted with the graphics and quotes. Fantastic!
Hugs and greetings:)
A lovely poem and well deserved. So many wonderful things here, I don't know where to begin. But thank you. Always a boost when stopping by.
ReplyDeleteSuch a warm blog
ReplyDeleteUn excelente trabajo este que nos brindas
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful poem from your friend, John. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog recently. I look forward to getting to 'know' you better as we share here in blogland. I saw from your profile that we're the same age. And that we share similar taste in films; the ones you listed in your profile are favourites for me too.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a beautiful day!
Eu gosto de ver tuas postagens, destaco desta vez as ilustrações dos gatinhos fofos. O poema foi bem merecido, parabéns pelos belos posts! Beijos nas bochechas! :-)
ReplyDeleteFantastic collection of photos and quotes.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda... Just popping in to say thank you for visiting my blog :) I'm happy to have found your uplifting page, too. I especially loved the quote from St. Francis of Assisi. Enjoy your July!
ReplyDeleteThat apple banana smoothie is delicious and so healthy, too.
ReplyDeleteThe quotes that you picked, Linda, are uplifting. I especially love the St. Francis of Assisi one. The videos were fun. The pink elephant gag was a classic! Thanks for visiting my blog. I made it home. Have a wonderful July! ❤️
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely poem by your friend!
ReplyDeleteI loved the video of the baby quails drinking water.
Such a great thing to have someone write you a poem. Hubby did that for me and I just loved it. Happy New Day!
ReplyDeleteSuch inspiring picks to start the week and wrap up June with positivity! Love the smoothie recipe — healthy and refreshing. And that reminder to ‘do something wonderful’ truly lifts the spirit. Thank you for always sharing kindness and motivation!
ReplyDeleteI love the first picture, and the quote from St. Francis of Assisi 💕
ReplyDeleteLoved the pink elephant prank.
ReplyDeleteJohn's poem is beautiful. What a lovely friend he is to you.
Lots of inspiring thoughts and illustrations and plenty to make me smile. Thank you for sharing your own photos too.
I like the Art of Raphael Vavasseur! 👍☺️Thank you for posting them! 😚🤗
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