Family friendly personal blog.
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.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Thursday, June 19th Selections
Hello to all my friends and fellow bloggers! Thank you so much for stopping by! Here are today's picks, I hope you all enjoy them!
When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. When life is bitter, say thank you and grow. - Shauna Niequist
Spirit Science, Facebook
I find happiness in the simplest of things.
White Ribbons of Peace, Facebook
Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it. - Dennis P. Kimbro
Find the wonder hiding in everyday moments.
The Birds and the Bees and the Flowers and the Trees, Facebook
Happy are they who take life day by day, complain very little and are thankful for the little things in life.
Mystic Mermaid, Facebook
Your energy is precious. Using it constructively, you can build a life of happiness and prosperity. Don't let toxic thoughts, feelings or people steal it.
Breathing Happiness, Facebook
Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved. - Winnie the Pooh
Health Benefits of Tai Chi for Older Adults
Reduces bone loss in menopausal women
Improves lower body and leg strength
Enhances mental capacity and concentration
Reduces blood pressure
Promotes deep breathing
Helps with arthritis pain
Relieves physical effects of stress
Improves balance and stability by strengthening ankles and knees
Promotes faster recovery from stroke and heart attacks
Improves conditions of Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's.
Health Digest, Facebook
If light is in your heart, you will find your way home. Rumi
Think Positive Power, Facebook
Canadian Workout: Stop running, I love you! :)
Meanwhile in Canada, Facebook
Having a bad day? Try imagining everyone you see in a tutu and tiara...everyone. :) (Jane Lee Logan)
Princess Sassy Pants & Co., Facebook
Be thankful for today!
Joy Each Day, Facebook
Be so happy that when others look at you, they become happy too.
Happy Thoughts, Facebook
The following photos are ones that I took in Montreal around 2014. You can click on each photo to see a larger view.
Another fountain I found on a walk; of course I couldn't resist taking a photo of it.
I love to take walks in nature, as you all know. I took this photo in a nature park...it is a picture of a swampy area and I fell in love with the view, green and tranquility.
This last photo was taken about a year and a half ago with my friend Linda, who is 6 years older than I (she is 74). She is on the left with the red sweater and I am on the right. We were celebrating my 67th birthday at a restaurant. (October 27, 2023) I am holding a little Poodle in my lap. This Poodle belongs to the restaurant owner and was on the premises at the time, so I decided he should join us to celebrate my birthday. :)
The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal. Enjoy! :)
This next video is a 3-minute Relaxation Meditation Music video.
This last video is of a cow that is in love with accordion music. Absolutely delightful. I love cows! :)
Thank you all so much for visiting me here! You can leave a comment by clicking on the comment link at the end of my post. Please do not put any hyperlink or website link in your comment. Please note that all comments are moderated to deter spam, which is why your comment will not appear right away.
I love seeing YOU! And your beautiful water fountain photo! I love the angle and close-up of it. Also a favorite is the one about people who steal your energy.
Lovely photo of you Linda. All the memes are good but I really like - Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it. Denfinately an inquisitive cow there. Love the horse video, had me laughing - so thanks for the laugh.
Nice to see you and your girlfriend at your birthday party! Thanks for all the info, and the laughs and health advice were interesting again. have a good time, hugs Elke
I'm especially glad you highlighted Tai Chi, such a gentle yet powerful practice that nurtures both body and mind, proving it's never too late to move with purpose and grace.
Bom dia. Aproveito para desejar uma excelente quinta-feira, com muita paz e saúde. Obrigado pela visita, carinho e comentário. Grande abraço carioca, desejo um excelente verão.
Great photo of you and your friend! I am thankful for each day and I do enjoy the simple pleasures. Love the collection of inspiring words. Take care, have a great day!
Your birthday celebration looked like fun! I know some people don't care for birthdays, but I like to celebrate them in small ways. Many are not blessed to get older. 💕
Thank you my dear friend, these are super smile bringers, loved them all but my favorite was seeing you with your friend and the darling poodle on your lap. That would make a very special celebration for me :)
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The other version of that first quote: “Whan life hands you lemons … (well you know the rest )”.
ReplyDeleteI'll have to tell you, after seeing your swamp, one day about our Green Hole...
ReplyDeleteAll of these have little bits of wisdom in them!
ReplyDeleteI love taking pictures of nature too. God is a great artist!
The video of the cow is great. :)
I find joy in the simple things. That one spoke to me!! These are all great!! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteSorry. I started thinking about lemon drop martinis and now I am waiting for someone to hand me a lemon.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing YOU! And your beautiful water fountain photo! I love the angle and close-up of it. Also a favorite is the one about people who steal your energy.
ReplyDeleteMid week positivity helps get over to the weekend! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteGood evening Lovely photos and sentiments Loved seeing You too hugs happy Friay and weekend and hoping you get rain
ReplyDeleteHugs Kathy
That was funny helping the police officer on the horse.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite was SassyPants. Imagine a pig in a tutu!
Those are by far my favourite quotes about life and happiness. Thank you, Linda.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely photo of you and your friend Linda celebrating your 67th birthday 🎊🎂 May you have many many more birthdays🎈
ReplyDeleteHave a good day 😊❤️
Lovely photo of you Linda.
ReplyDeleteAll the memes are good but I really like - Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.
Denfinately an inquisitive cow there.
Love the horse video, had me laughing - so thanks for the laugh.
Nice to see you and your girlfriend at your birthday party!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the info, and the laughs and health advice were interesting again.
have a good time, hugs Elke
I'm especially glad you highlighted Tai Chi, such a gentle yet powerful practice that nurtures both body and mind, proving it's never too late to move with purpose and grace.
ReplyDeleteLove all the nature photos you took. I take joy in simple things too. You looked so happy. Wish you many happy years ahead too.
ReplyDeleteA truly uplifting post, although if the police scene happened to me I would be panicking for throwing him in the river :)
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed all the memes. The first video was funny.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda,
ReplyDeleteNice sayings and also funny pictures. Also nice that picture of your birthday with that dog from the restaurant.
Many greetings,
Marco
Bom dia. Aproveito para desejar uma excelente quinta-feira, com muita paz e saúde. Obrigado pela visita, carinho e comentário. Grande abraço carioca, desejo um excelente verão.
ReplyDeleteI am very happy to note that you commune with nature. That is the very best tonic of all.
ReplyDeleteThe Canadian workout made me laugh.
ReplyDeleteLove your collection of inspirational quotes. Nice photo of you and your friend!
ReplyDeleteGreat photo of you and your friend!
ReplyDeleteI am thankful for each day and I do enjoy the simple pleasures.
Love the collection of inspiring words.
Take care, have a great day!
Enjoyed all the sayings and the cute video.
ReplyDeleteYou find the best inspiration quotes and images!
ReplyDeleteYour birthday celebration looked like fun! I know some people don't care for birthdays, but I like to celebrate them in small ways. Many are not blessed to get older. 💕
Great quotes ~ awesome photos ~ lovely post ~ hugs,
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores, ~ clm,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Nice post and photo, Linda. I also like the picture of you with your friend at the restaurant.
ReplyDeleteEspecially enjoyed the cow--lol! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you my dear friend, these are super smile bringers, loved them all but my favorite was seeing you with your friend and the darling poodle on your lap. That would make a very special celebration for me :)
ReplyDeleteLife is a beautiful journey, Linda, so may we enjoy each day as it comes. Blessings!
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