Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Change, Personal Growth, Health

Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Thank you so much for taking the time to visit me here. I really appreciate it!

Here are today's selections, which I hope will bring some brightness into your day!


If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.

                 Purrs of Wisdom with Ingrid King


Never fear shadows. They simply mean there's a light shining somewhere nearby. - Ruth E. Renkel

                               Healthy Place


Everything on this planet is in a state of constant change. You're not an exception. Embrace change.

                          Karen Salmansohn


From stillness life rises.

                           Buddha Doodles


Walking meditation is walking not in order to arrive, but just to walk...when we walk like that, we only print peace and serenity on the earth. - Thich Nhat Hanh

                          Sketches in Stillness


Welcome to Canada. May you enjoy peace, prosperity and plenty of poutine. :)

                         Meanwhile in Canada


Hang on...sometimes you have to walk through a few thunderstorms before you reach your rainbow. - Jane Lee Logan

                   Princess Sassy Pants & Co.


A goal is a dream with a deadline. - Napoleon Hill

You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. - Rabndranath Tagore



Despite all the bad days and the mean people, I still believe in good days and kind people. Plus there are always cats...
                           Cole & Marmalade


Two things to remember in life: take care of your thoughts when you are alone and take care of your words when you are with people.
                               Tiny Buddha

Gratitude is riches. Complaint is poverty. - Doris Day
                            Gratitude Habitat

The process of letting go of unwanted items makes the next step of getting organized a snap! 
                         The Unclutter Angel

If I want to be loved as I am, I have to be willing to love others as they are. - Louise Hay


A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside. - Denis Waitley
                      Managing Elderly Care


A healthy outside starts from the inside. - Robert Urich
                               Food Matters


These overwhelming difficulties will pass with time. There will be life after this.
                            The Latest Kate


When you start eating food without labels, you no longer need to count calories. - Amanda Kraft


There is joy and wonder everywhere when you see the world through the eyes of a child.
                     Ups, Downs & Roundabouts


Anger makes you small, while forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you are. - CC Scott
                              Infinite Family


Whenever you are about to find fault with someone, ask yourself the following question: what fault of mine most nearly resembles the one I am about to criticize? - Marcus Aurelius
Empathy. Pass it On. The Foundation for a Better Life.


A season of loneliness and isolation is when the caterpillar gets its wings. Remember that next time you feel alone. - Mandy Hale
                         The Simplicity Habit


Each and every animal on earth has as much right to be here as you and me. - Anthony Douglass Williams
                    Herbs, Health, Happiness


Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. - Melody Beattie
                         The Simplicity Habit


Autumn is the season to find contentment at home by paying attention to what we already have. - Unknown
                        The Simplicity Habit


Oh yeah...going to my happy place...Goodnight.  :)


The following photos are my own, which I took on my walks here in Montreal...on my cell phone. You can click on each image to see a larger view.
These two are of a building mural, which I took in two parts, because it was a big one.




The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal! Enjoy! :)

A Pig by the name of Chris P. Bacon (news anchor laughs hysterically as he tries to tell this story on the air) :)


A very beautiful and inspiring Budweiser TV ad...making a dream come true!  :)


El Condor Pasa - Leo Rojas (beautiful pan flute music with gorgeous scenic nature views)


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122 comments:

  1. Wow, many wonderful quotes, especially like the ones for us to think about what we say and think, and to always be considerate of others, what a wonderful world we would have it that were the case :)
    It is amazing how they can do such big murals!

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  2. Bellas imagenes. Me gusto el ultimo video y concuerdo contigo el perdón nos ayuda avanzar . Te mando un beso.

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  3. ...Linda, I must say that I often have a problem embracing change! If it's not broken why fix it?

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  4. Agreed 💯.. Anxiety need to be fight..
    Wish to visit Canada one day.. ☺️

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  5. All very wise quotes! I go to my happy place too every evening and I look forward to it hee..hee... but sometimes it is hard to fall asleep. I had to google what is poutine and it sounds delicious. Anything with potatoes in it is tasty!

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  6. Oh, some really good ones today. I especially like the “Two things to remember in life: take care of your thoughts when you are alone and take care of your words when you are with people”, which is so important.

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  7. Good day Linda 🌹
    I see giant dogs in that mural but couldn't count exactly how many dogs.
    Looks to be more than 4 dogs painted on that wall.

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  8. Despite all the bad days and mean people, I still believe in good days and kind people. Plus there are always cats. Ahhh, this quote I like the most. Unfortunately I had encountered mean people before with toxic and hurting comments, I choose to smile and walk away. Why get angry over them, they mean to make you unhappy so all the more you should ignore them. And those mean people, I bet they are unhappy people themselves.

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  9. hello!. happy nice day for you. Your site give me inspiration and motivation, very interesting also writing so good. Good job.

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  10. What can I say about the last pan flute music video you shared? It is simply heavenly and like in a paradise when you listen to it. I like it so so so much. Thank you so much for sharing. It makes my morning wonderful.

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  11. So many cats and "interior design houses" quotes and posters. I love reading them and looking at them. And I like gratitude is riches and complaints is poverty. Complaints and not being contented opens the gate to suffering.

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  12. Lots of great quotes there Linda!
    cheers
    sherry

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  13. Linda! Presenting many wonderful quotes. Sending autumn greetings.

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  14. And the Gag Video. It is so funny looking at the facial reactions of the different passerbys. Thanks for sharing.

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  15. My favorite is Two Things To Remember In Life. Love the colors of the mural!!

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  16. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for an "unclutter angel" to come to my house.

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  17. There is so much to like about Canada, but poutine is not one of them.

    I liked the twist in the prank.

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  18. "Going to my happy place" is so precious!

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  19. Very inspiring! The quote from Ruth E. Renkel on shadow and light is my favourite.

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  20. I especially like the "remember two things," and also the Marcus Aurelius one. It reminds me of a friend who would say, "When I'm perfect I will start criticising other people, but right now there are a a couple of little things I still need to work on."

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  21. That's a great dog mural of yours!!!
    I read the other one carefully and it was so beautiful, enjoyable, and encouraging! Thank you!
    Have a great time!
    Hugs, Elke

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  22. You found and share so many upbeat things. How do you find so many? I adore the Budweiser horse ads.

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  23. Dear friend Linda, I like the shadow one very much! To good days and kind people - they luckily are the majority in my life!
    I need to sort out stuff (de facto tomorrow I put a "for free"-box outside).
    I learn I have to get rid off some "traits" I have, like making sounds when I think - my friend gets super annoyed and maybe others get, too. I am glad she tells me. So, yes, I want to be loves as I am - but I want to get better, too....
    Just had a plum and now a paprika/pepper :-) And half a slice cheese bread.
    Quite a dog-lover´s mural! Moo!!! Oh, I would pet that cute cow! And ... I must link to your blog tomorrow, as I have Chris on, too!
    Ohhh, and may I take you Budweiser for Saturday Critters (linking to you)? Much love and hugs 🥰, it´s kinda warm here!

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  24. The quotes are wonderful, Linda. I enjoy the photos of the cats too.

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  25. Hello Linda,
    I enjoy the quotes and cute images. One of my favorites is there is joy and wonder everywhere. Thanks for sharing. Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.

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  26. All thoughts and sentences are equally motivating :)
    Best regards :)

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  27. Gosto de ler as mensagens, os belos cartões e divertidos vídeoas! beijos praianos, chica

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  28. Love Cole and Marmalade 😻😻
    Beautiful as always 😻

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  29. The cat that says going to my happy place made me smile

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  30. Lots of great quotes there Linda!
    cheers :)

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  31. Dear Lindo, thank you very much for this great dose of optimism. I really need it right now because I haven’t been feeling well lately. A beautiful performance of El Condor Pasa!

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  32. The pan flute is always good to listen to, Linda.
    The memes are good to read and some leave me thinking somewhat.

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  33. Boa quinta-feira com muita paz e saúde. Obrigado pelos pensamentos motivadores, minha querida amiga Linda.

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  34. I have eaten more than my share of poutine. My taste buds rejoiced every time but I am sure my arteries screamed in protest.

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  35. Oh, I always love to see these each week! Thank you. And I love the Clydesdale one maybe the best today!!

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  36. As always another great post and videos.

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  37. Viele schöne Zitate und Bilder es ist nicht leicht immer optimistisch zu sein aber es ist keine Zeit für Pessimismus.
    Gruß
    Noke

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  38. Lovely quotations, thank you. How very often Marcus aurelius hits the nail on the head, arghghgh. One of those friends who tells you what you needed to hear.

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  39. Bed is my happy place too... Zzzzzzzzzz :D

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  40. Ah, shadows mean there's a light somewhere nearby. Love it!

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  41. I certainly appreciate the SMILE meme. Smiling is something we all can do and something that the world needs. My visits here always bring a huge smile to my face and I thank you for this..

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  42. These aer all very good. Walking meditation is something I enjoy very much!

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  43. All the cute kitties cheered me up, Linda! Wow, amazing murals! The pan flute is very meditative. Thank you so much for sharing :)

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  44. Wonderful entry Linda. Tired, I sat down and visited your blog. I felt relaxed. You picked great music, that's just what I needed. The advertisement with the horses is wonderful. The quote with the pegasus is also spot on. Hugs.

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  45. I so needed these quotes and videos today, Linda. Your choice of inspiration never ceases to make my heart happy. Blessings!

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  46. I'll have to share the poutine one with Rick. He loves it! I l love that mural. Thanks for coming by my place, too!

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  47. Suas mensagens são sempre inspiradoras, Linda bjs.

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  48. Those are all so very nice, you found lots of goodies!

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  49. The one about autumn is relatable to me. I love autumn and winter. Time to enjoy what you have and to rest.

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  50. I love walking for meditation... so serene.
    So true that we just gotta keep going to get through the storm!
    Louise Hay always has wise advice for healing!
    A smile helps everyone: the one who smiles; the one who receives the smile!
    Yes, real food is nutrient-dense. Calories are deceiving!
    Beautiful version of El Condor Pasa with flutes!

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  51. Oh yeah...going to my happy place...Goodnight. Definitely my favorite.

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  52. Another uplifting and inspirational post, Linda. I love the cats and wish I had one, they are so friendly and nice. Enjoy your day.

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  53. Another lovely post, thank you so much dear Linda :) for the wise words and the videos.

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  54. I think if there was more empathy, the world would be a better place. I totally agree with "Plus there are always cats..." I love cats so much <3 Nice doggie mural too :-D

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  55. Really love your positive outlook on life and sharing it here. Lovely, uplifting blogger you are!

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  56. Thanks for providing a daily smile.

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  57. Una buena selección nos vuelves a dejar, me gusta en especial esa que nos dice que cuando vallamos a criticar a alguien pensemos en el defecto nuestro mas parecido.
    Alguno de los murales o te alejas un poco o no puedes sacarlo entero y la primera opción no siempre es viable.
    La canción del Cóndor pasa no me cansaría de escuchar.

    Saludos.

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  58. lovely and friendly words :"Welcome to Canada. May you enjoy peace, prosperity and plenty of poutine. :)"

    # I am following you

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  59. Hello Linda and Happy Thursday Wishes.
    A good mix of quotes and memes, and I did enjoy listening to the pan flute music and seeing the nature views.
    Sending good wishes to you in Montreal.

    All the best Jan

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  60. Hmmm... it's been a while since I've had Poutine... absolutely genius invention.

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  61. I love that quote about shadows. Sometimes it's really about perspective. I should remember these quotes more.

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  62. You come up with some great quotes and so many of them,:)

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  63. I totally need to remember this:
    When you start eating food without labels, you no longer need to count calories. - Amanda Kraft

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  64. It has been a long time since this Canadian had poutine, but I think it will be a lot longer.

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  65. Feliz conjunción de imagenes y palabras, amiga

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  66. I like all the today’s quotes so true! And you made me smile with the videos especially the cow !

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  67. All the images are beautiful! They have a wonderful message. Thank you so much for your post. It's inspiring and full of passion.

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  68. Lovely post. Your quotes are little lights for the soul… and cats always make everything better.
    Greetings from Cracow.
    Fluffy purrs: every moment is a tiny treasure.

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  69. I love that Budweiser ad! Those horses are so beautiful.

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  70. The laughing reporter cracks me up, couldn't stop laughing once he was laughing.

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  71. Todas las citas son maravillosas, todas te hacen reflexionar, y tiene el potencial de inspirar y estimular la mente, de quien la lee.
    Un abrazo

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  72. I love all the cats in today's post.

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  73. Hi Linda, Princess Sassy Pants ... always enjoy those.
    I also like the quote about finding contentment at home. So true!!

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  74. Wonderful post, Linda, filled with wisdom. I loved the cow prank and the pig. Inspiration, wisdom, smiles, and laughs always fill my heart with gratitude. Hugs to you! ❤️

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  75. Thanks for the visit to mine and lovely thoughts here again. Hugs Angela xXx

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  76. I liked your pictures and the cats, Linda. Hugs!

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  77. Thanks for the encouraging quotes! (and all the cute kitty pictures)

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  78. Hi Linda, most of all I like this: Walking meditation is walking not in order to arrive, but just to walk...when we walk like that, we only print peace and serenity on the earth. - Thich Nhat Hanh
    I am fan of walking meditation...
    Have a nice weekend!
    Marlou (from Haarlem in Holland)

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  79. I remember that and a few more of the old Budweiser commercials that were so sweet like that. :)

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  80. Boa sexta-feira e bom final de semana. Obrigado pelo comentário das 2.500 postagens. Obrigado minha querida amiga, Linda.

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  81. Las gracias, siempre a ti, Linda, por ta exhaustivo trabajo de recopilación, tanto de las citas como de las imágenes que las acompañan.
    Un cordial saludo.

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  82. Beautiful thoughtful words Linda. I particularly like the 'Two things to remember in life'.

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  83. Hi Linda! I love the stillness one. That's in part why I love macro walks with my camera. The stillness. Such a wonderful thing.

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  84. Canada is such a wonderful place. I'm glad I live here, although on the other side of the country! I like the image about food labels and health. It's so true that the more unreadable ingredients, the worse it is for the consumer.

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  85. Good ones -Christine cmlk79. Blogspot.com

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  86. Autumn is the season to find contentment at home. So true.
    Have a lovely weekend.

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  87. Interesantes reflexiones, bien ilustradas con las imágenes. Buen trabajo.

    Saludos.

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  88. "Nunca tenha medo das sombras. Significam simplesmente que há uma luz a brilhar algures por perto. Renkel". Não há sombras que ofusquem o teu trabalho no Blogue.
    Amei! Parabéns.

    Beijo,
    SOL da Esteva

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  89. Such a soul-soothing collection of wisdom and whimsy. The quote about shadows revealing nearby light really resonated—it’s such a gentle reminder to look for hope even in difficult moments. And that mural is incredible! The scale and detail are so impressive, it must have been a joy to stumble upon during your walk. This post feels like a warm hug wrapped in inspiration and laughter.

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  90. Love the pan flutes. There used to be a group of players busking in my city and I loved the music, so bought the CD, but when I played it at home it wasn't the same, the atmosphere of the buskers and crowd of listeners wasn't there.

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  91. You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. - Rabndranath Tagore

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    Life Goes On!🍻🍻

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  92. Un placer pasarme por aquí y ver todo lo que compartes Linda. Un beso desde España

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  93. Peace...embracing life with a smile....
    Enjoyed the photos...and the music...
    All the best
    Marta

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  94. Muy interesante y plácido tu espacio!
    Me ha gustado mucho.
    Un saludo.

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  95. I really love all of these but especially....walking meditation. I'm writing that in my journal today! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  96. i enjoyed all of these...the words of gratitude stand out!!

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  97. I like the Autumn quote about being happy with what you already have.

    Thanks for the visit and kind words!

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  98. I so want to see the world through the eyes of a child, but I am afraid the world keeps poking the way in.

    God bless.

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  99. Kiitos Linda ajatuksia herättävistä aforismeista. Panmusiikki oli ihastuttavaa, nautin todella siitä.

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  100. Change is hard, but it’s so empowering to remember that we’re never alone in the process...

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  101. Bom dia, Linda
    Belas citações, aprendemos muito com as crianças, elas perdoam com facilidade e o perdão liberta. Que possamos sempre agradecer a Deus, o coração grato é bênção. O vídeo da vaca é muito engraçado, bjs querida.

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  102. Witaj Linda dziękuję za moc wspaniałych cytatów i zdjęć. Bardzo koja duszę i dodają energii. Dodana muzyka też pomaga. Ostatnio słucham Kitaro i Vangelisa oraz trochę klasyki. Mnie też pomaga obecność moich kotów. Uwielbiam wszystkie jakie napotkam.

    Pozdrawiam Cię najserdeczniej Linda i życzę pięknego nowego tygodnia.

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  103. Dear Linda :)
    Super quotes, Gratitude turns a meal into a feast, and a house into a home, I loved that one.The picture of the sweet little kitty all tucked up in bed is delightful, and all he gags are funny. Thank you Linda.:)
    Have a happy rest of the weekend.
    Sonjia.

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  104. No, Linda..., that cow! Hahaaa...
    Lie(f)s.

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  105. Thanks for the recommendations, dear Linda! And it was a pleasure to see those cats.

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  106. visiting you here to make friends.. very nice and beautiful blog.. i like it

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  107. Bonitas imágenes acompañadas de interesantes reflexiones. Me gusta todo lo que veo y leo aquí. Gracias. (Me quedo por aquí...)
    Hasta pronto.

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  108. Bom domingo e bom início de semana, minha querida amiga Linda. Um idioma que sempre amei foi o francês. Mais do que inglês.

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  109. sweet, ESPECIALLY Crisp P BAcon. THANKS

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  110. So many quotes to bring a smile to my day. Thank you, Linda.

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  111. Muy buenas frases para pensar y repensar.
    👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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  112. So many great memes and quotes it was hard to pick a favorite, but I did like Tiny Buddha's exhortation, and the Denis Waitley quote about a smile. And that Budweiser commercial was really beautiful. Oh my heart.

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