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Sunday, July 27, 2025
Cats, Inspiration, and more St. Helen's Island Photos Part 2
Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Here are today's selections, which I hope will be a source of encouragement to you all!
There is no greater intelligence than kindness and empathy. - Bryant McGill
Positive Life Affirmations
Never get caught up in what other people think. It really doesn't matter.
Live Purposefully Now
Inside every cat beats the heart of a lion roaring for respect. - Layla Morgan Wilde
Cat Wisdom 101
Keep looking up...that's the secret of life. - Snoopy
Sun Gazing
There is something about the presence of a cat...that seems to take the bite out of being alone. - Dr. Louis J. Camuti, Veterinarian
She Knows
Brain brain go away...over think another day. :)
Natural Life
If not for you, she'd never have known fresh air, wide open spaces or the simple beauty of a flower.
National Mill Dog Rescue
The same way you brush your teeth every morning, you should brush your brain with meditation and remove the build up of fear and worry which prevents you from experiencing the happiness you are seeking. - Goldie Hawn
Karen Salmansohn
Don't make your voice loud to make others listen to you. But make your nature so loving that others beg to listen to you! Good morning!
Laughing Colours
You don't have to be perfect to be lovable.
The Latest Kate
Stop focusing on how stressed you are and remember how blessed you are.
Karen Salmansohn
If cats could talk, they wouldn't. :) - Nan Porter
A Style Photography
I want a person who comes into my life by accident, but stays on purpose.
Power of Positivity
Cats have it all: admiration, and endless sleep and company only when they want it. :) - Rod McKuen
The Honest Kitchen
Hang in there.
Natural Life
The following are my own photos that I took years ago, in 2013. You can click on each image to see a larger view.
The following photos are ones I took myself this month on my cellphone! This is a followup of the series of photos from my last post! These photos were all taken at Jean Drapeau Park (Ile Ste Helene, St. Helen's Island), in Montreal at the old Expo 67 World's Fair (1967) location. You can click on each image to see a larger view. Please visit the Expo 67 link to learn more about this place.
Of course, as most of you know by now, I have no idea what types of flowers these are. I just found them pretty and loved the colours so I decided to take photos of them. :)
Yes, I took a selfie, my first one! I was in the washroom and liked the pretty wallpaper, so I decided to take this photo and include myself in it.
Since I have been sharing photos of St. Helen's Island here in Montreal, where Expo 67 took place in 1967, this is a video of the song made for this celebration! It is a lovely, catchy tune that is both French and English and has some beautiful scenery of how St. Helen's Island looked back in 1967! Thank you so much for checking out this video!
The gentleman shown at the end of this video is Jean Drapeau, who was the Montreal Mayor back then and he was the man who made it possible for Expo 67 to take place here in Montreal!
After his death, the name of the Ile Ste-Helene metro/subway station was changed from Ile Ste-Helene to Jean Drapeau. You can find out more about him by clicking on this link
The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal! Enjoy!
This next video is of a seagull that has the "gall" to steal this cat's food. :)
This last video is very relaxing and beautiful. It is an Aqua Harp! Enjoy!
Thank you all so much for visiting me here! I really appreciate your visits and comments. You can leave a comment by clicking on the comment link at the end of my post. Please do not put any hyperlinks or website links in your comment. Please note that comments are moderated to deter spam, which is why your comment will not appear immediately.
I like the quote about brushing your brain :) and about the fact if cats could talk they wouldn't, I think that would be true of one of our cats but the other one is quite the talker now, you ask him a question and he answers back, LOL! Beautiful pics, a lot of them remind me of the Park in St. Louis were they held the world fair many years ago.
Keep looking up - the secret to life. LOVE THIS. Also, your shots of the flowers are so pretty. Love the choirs coming up and singing by people. Got a kick out of that.
Your posts are always uplifting ,Linda. Thank you so much for bringing a smile to my day. The photo of the little squirrel just grabbed my heart. -too cute. Blessings.
Lovely memes and quotes, all true Linda. The video singing one is good and the poor man on the phone..lol. Love the selfie and your photos. The video of the cat watching the seagull, well that had me laughing, and how that cat just sat there and watched, the cheek of the bird taking the cats bowl..lol
I agree on the power of positivity, Linda. And what people think really doesn't matter. I also like Bryant McGill's quote. Your photos show peaceful and beautiful places. Have a nice week ahead of you ☀️
Wow I was at that expo with my parents back then-I was a senior in high school at the time-smiles. Loved your photos-and inspirational quotes--stay safe in this very hot and humid summer hugs Kathy
We no longer have any pets since we had to have our little shi tzu put to sleep (cancer). I just enjoy all my blogging friends little fur babies. Enjoyed seeing all the beauty on your post this morning...
Such true sayings. I like the one about the presence of a cat. The seagull video is hilarious, the way the cat just watches. And the harp is beautiful.
Las sentencias me parecen fantásticas y muy ciertas. De tus fotos solo decir que son muy bellas esa de la ardilla me gusta al igual que la foto de tu reflejo en el espejo. De los videos solo decir que no me esperaba que la gaviota se llevase el plato también, el del arpa es fantástico.
I love your photos, Linda, especially the squirrel one as I have a soft spot in my heart for these fun-loving creatures. The choir attack was fantastic! Blessings!
Thank you so much for taking the time to visit me and for your comments. All comments are moderated to deter spam, so for this reason comments will not appear immediately.
Your cell phone takes fabulous photos! The colors are so vibrant and the images are so sharp.
ReplyDeleteThe one which speaks to me this week…if cats could talk they wouldn’t. It speaks volumes!
ReplyDeleteThe aqua harp is cool! I like the picture of you and the flowers are so pretty! I loved that cat memes and the one about the overthinking brain.
ReplyDeleteI like the quote about brushing your brain :) and about the fact if cats could talk they wouldn't, I think that would be true of one of our cats but the other one is quite the talker now, you ask him a question and he answers back, LOL!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pics, a lot of them remind me of the Park in St. Louis were they held the world fair many years ago.
Keep looking up - the secret to life. LOVE THIS.
ReplyDeleteAlso, your shots of the flowers are so pretty.
Love the choirs coming up and singing by people.
Got a kick out of that.
what a soulful collection of thoughts and images... it feels like each quote is a small window into serenity and strength...
ReplyDeleteThank you for another post full of wonderful things.
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are the first two. And your beautiful pink and yellow daisy-like flowers.
ReplyDeleteAdorei os gatos e frases e tuas fotos encantam sempre! beijos, chica
ReplyDeleteBeautiful quotes and photos of nature!
ReplyDeleteYour posts are always uplifting ,Linda. Thank you so much for bringing a smile to my day. The photo of the little squirrel just grabbed my heart. -too cute. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteLovely memes and quotes, all true Linda. The video singing one is good and the poor man on the phone..lol. Love the selfie and your photos. The video of the cat watching the seagull, well that had me laughing, and how that cat just sat there and watched, the cheek of the bird taking the cats bowl..lol
ReplyDeleteA lovely Post, I enjoyed very much. Thank you for sharing. Especially the squirrel! Cats too... we have had two. Now they are in the cats heaven.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week.
I enjoyed the mix of uplifting quotes, beautiful photos, and fun videos. It's truly a delightful read.
ReplyDeleteThe video with the cat and the seagull was amazing. Seagulls are very rude.
ReplyDeleteYour post with your own photos is impressive, wonderful and makes you laugh and I wave to you full of love, your selfie is great!
ReplyDeleteHugs Elke
I love that squirrel, we get them in our garden and they're always entertaining to watch.
ReplyDeleteI agree on the power of positivity, Linda. And what people think really doesn't matter. I also like Bryant McGill's quote.
ReplyDeleteYour photos show peaceful and beautiful places.
Have a nice week ahead of you ☀️
Lovely sentiments and beautiful photography. Thank you for the links to the videos, too; enjoyed watching them. :)
ReplyDeleteSometimes the best thing to do is give your mind a break and let peace take over for a little while.
ReplyDeleteGreat quotes on all those pictures. Thanks for including the selfie. Always nice to put a face with the blog
ReplyDeletePiękne zdjęcia, zwłaszcza kwiatów! Pozdrawiam serdecznie:)
ReplyDeleteSometimes, I am cat-like and prefer not to talk.
ReplyDeleteIn the 50s, my church had an annual Sunday School picnic on St Helen’s. I thought it an absolutely wonderful treat.
Lovely photos :) I love cats - they are amazing
ReplyDeleteWow I was at that expo with my parents back then-I was a senior in high school at the time-smiles.
ReplyDeleteLoved your photos-and inspirational quotes--stay safe in this very hot and humid summer hugs Kathy
My favorite of the memes is the one about not speaking loudly to make others notice you. We tend to tune out the "noise".
ReplyDeleteLoved all of your photos...including your selfie. :) The flowers are gorgeous!
We no longer have any pets since we had to have our little shi tzu put to sleep (cancer). I just enjoy all my blogging friends little fur babies. Enjoyed seeing all the beauty on your post this morning...
ReplyDeleteThe island photos are lovely
ReplyDeleteI love all these wise and inspiring words. Your photos are lovely and you took a great selfie. Take care, have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteHi Linda! Such a wonderful, happy post. It's nice to put a face to the blog, too. 😊
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a lovely week and stay as cool as possible in this heatwave! Our summers are so short, but boy, do they pack a punch! 🥵😆
You found some very pretty flowers to photograph. Love the selfie!
ReplyDeleteSuch true sayings. I like the one about the presence of a cat. The seagull video is hilarious, the way the cat just watches. And the harp is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLas sentencias me parecen fantásticas y muy ciertas.
ReplyDeleteDe tus fotos solo decir que son muy bellas esa de la ardilla me gusta al igual que la foto de tu reflejo en el espejo.
De los videos solo decir que no me esperaba que la gaviota se llevase el plato también, el del arpa es fantástico.
Saludos.
brain brain go away (I love it, never heard that one before). Also Snoopy is the cutest.
ReplyDeleteAll great material in today's post, Linda. Great photo of you in front of that very interesting wall paper.
ReplyDeleteI love your photos, Linda, especially the squirrel one as I have a soft spot in my heart for these fun-loving creatures. The choir attack was fantastic! Blessings!
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