Wednesday, October 1, 2025

October, Laughter, Betterment

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

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


Make peace a priority in your life by making deliberate choices to protect your mental, emotional and spiritual state. - Anonymous

                             Conscious Cat


The best answers are the whispers we hear within when we are most quiet. 

                    Princess Sassy Pants & Co.


When you notice your mental health declining, do one small thing that brings you peace. Take a shower, text a loved one, step outside. One little step is all you need to remind yourself that this is not permanent.

                               Tiny Buddha


Blink at the negative. Gaze at the positive.

                          Karen Salmansohn


Fill the world with your light.

                      Buddha Doodles


Dealing with a toxic person is like learning to be a beekeeper. You know there's honey to be found somewhere, but is it worth getting stung over?
                           Karen Salmansohn


In all things it is better to hope than to despair. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

                             Conscious Cat


Everything is scary and you feel vulnerable, but that doesn't mean anything is going to go wrong. Anxious feelings aren't usually indicative of reality.

The Latest Kate


Be kind to everything that lives. - Native American Proverb
Guideposts


Today is the day! Start doing what you wish you had started yesterday.
Heather Stillufsen


You know you're really stressed when you start getting on your own nerves.  :)
Heart Touching Fun


I feel energised and happy when I eat well.
Make Life Good


Stop being so hard on yourself for not having it 'right'. A healing journey is more than a mindset. - Estelle Bonacelo
Wellness Universe


Instead of focusing so much on a "to do list", I am starting a "to be list". Things I want to be...peaceful, happy, calm, loving, healthy, awesome.
Inspire Positive Soul Sensations


Grief can be the garden of compassion. If you keep your heart open through everything, your pain can become your greatest ally in your life's search for love and wisdom. - Rumi
Linda McDonald, Author


Ships don't sink because of the water around them. Ships sink because of the water that gets in them. Don't let what's happening around you get inside you and weigh you down.
Healthy Place


I hope beautiful things happen to you. And when they do, I hope you realize you are worthy of every single one of them.
Intrepid Quips


Shenanigans: because life is more fun when you are up to something!  :)
Flint Bobcat


Yes I know I got fur all over the house, it's called FURniture. Isn't it?   :)


Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood.
Conscious Cat


Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Success Consciousness


Never underestimate the power you have to take your life in a new direction. - Germany Kent
The Simplicity Habit


The following two photos are ones I took on my walks here in Montreal in September. You can click on each image to see a larger view.
A squirrel was on his way up a tree and stopped long enough to allow me to get this photo of him.

This is the same squirrel, deciding, a few moments later, to go down the tree. I can only imagine him thinking to himself as he posed for me, "Let's see what she looks like from this angle!"  :)


How Stray Cats Healed My Brother's Broken Soul


A Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal. Enjoy! :)


1 Minute Mindful Meditation Relaxation Music


Hasbro Toys Presents Mr. Potato Head (1960s TV ad)

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124 comments:

  1. I am a hundred percent behind the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson. It has worked for me my whole life.

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  2. You really know how to lift spirits. As I read each one of these, my smile just kept growing. I appreciate you so very much and all of the joy you bring to your blog...hugs

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  3. hah..hah..hah... that squirrel is so cute! Your quip "Let's see what she looks like from this angle!" made me laugh! The FURniture joke too! I hope you are having a wonderful day, Linda. The weekend is just around the corner!

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  4. Thank you for today's positive quotes; several of them "spoke" to me. Love the squirrel photos (I love squirrels).

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  5. I always enjoy your cat memes! I love the "fur"niture one!

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  6. So, so many good ones today. Thank you for all of the, I had several favorites today and especially this one, “ Be kind to everything that lives. - Native American Proverb” - I love that.

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  7. Make peace a priority. Now there's a motto for my month of October!!
    Is there really a place that has that many stray cats? Wow!!
    Happy October to you💗🍁💗🍁

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  8. ¡Hola!
    Como siempre un gusto leerte y visitar tu blog.
    Un fuerte abrazo.

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  9. We can only hear God's still, small voice when we choose quiet over busyness, and learn to listen, Linda. I loved your photos of the squirrel that can't make up his mind, and the Just for Laugh video reminds me of the Old Candid Camera we use to show in the States. Blessings, my friend, and thank you for the inspiration you always share with all of us!

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  10. Thank you for another uplifting post, Linda. That little squirrel is adorable.

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  11. Wow that is a lot of stray cats. I wonder if that is in Turkey where they adore and care for all the cats. I love that video, makes me want to be surrounded by my kitties.

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  12. You jump from seeing a dead body in the freezer to it moving. Heart attack inducing stuff.

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  13. Good advice(s), dear friend Linda. To the psitive! Yesterday I had a lot! I hope Latest Kate is right.
    A "to be list" is a wonderful idea! As is the sinking ship one´s. Perspective, right?
    Ohhhh, the squirrel!
    Don´t prank me like that - I´d called ambulance for the frozen woman at once! ;-)
    Have a wonderful day, sending extra-warm hugs and much love!

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  14. You know you're really stressed when you start getting on your own nerves. :) That is true sometimes. I love all your memes.

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  15. I especially like the Emerson one about patience too. It makes all the difference in the. world.

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  16. My favorite quote is the second one. That squirrel gave you two poses! Maybe he was trying to find his best side! He blends in so well with the tree trunk!!

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  17. OH what a garden full of blooming wisdom My favourite is the "to be list". Things I want to be...peaceful, happy, calm, loving, healthy, awesome Best plan

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  18. You managed to photograph a squirrel, sweet!
    Thanks for all the quotes, sayings, and videos. Now I'm starting my day well with your post!
    I wish you good days.Hugs Elke

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  19. FURniture. How do I make that work in German, though? ;-)
    I can't even imagine what a house without fur looks like.

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  20. Hola Linda, en tu blog se nota que te gusta mucho la naturaleza.
    Besos.

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  21. Lovely memes, Linda. The ice video, lol.
    The meditation music, not for me and the squirrel always nice to see as we don't have them down here.
    Take care.

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  22. Awwww, the stray cat video is so freakin' cute!
    So is the squirrel in the photos <3
    The FURniture meme is really funny.
    I also really like the blink at the negative meme.
    So lovely posts! Have a nice weekend!

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  23. Beautiful sayings, I really like this one below, so I won't get stung again.

    Dealing with a poisonous person is like learning to be a beekeeper. You know there's honey out there somewhere, but is it worth getting stung for?

    The photos of the squirrel are beautiful.
    Greetings Irma

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  24. Beautiful collection of quotes, Linda! We have two squirrels living in our garden :)

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  25. Such a tiny squirrel on such a huge tree!

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  26. Love them all. I think I've actually been stressed to the point of being annoyed with myself...lol

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  27. Brilliant photos of that little squirrel :-D Good quotes. With 6 cats I can totally relate to the FURniture! And totally love, "Be kind to everything that lives." We must take care of our living planet and all the creatures on it! :-D

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  28. Love the video with your brother. Cats and also dogs are so friendly and amazing at interacting with people.

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  29. Nice post Linda.
    Wonderful pictures of the cats.

    Many greetings,
    Marco

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  30. FURniture, oh my that made me laugh 😻

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  31. Hi, Linda!

    Hope you have been well and in good spirits since last we connected, dear friend! The inspirational meme that first resonated with me is: "Fill the world with your light." Dark days are upon us here in the U.S. and in much of the world. The darker it gets, the more light I intend to radiate. The next is: "Be kind to everything that lives." I respect life in all its forms. Another with which I wholeheartedly agree is: "Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood." I often feel tired before I start exercising, yet infused with energy upon its completion. Love your pictures of the curious squirrel wondering what you were up to as much as you wondered the same about him. Maybe he was hoping you were drawing close to offer him some food. The stray cats video illustrates that you cannot remain depressed when you are giving lubbins to grateful animals. Seems it would be traumatic to encounter a frozen woman inside an ice chest, but those pranked people seemed to take it in stride. I remember Mr. Potato Head from my boyhood.

    As always, your post was fun and therapeutic, dear friend Linda. I have returned to blogging with a new post of my own and invite you to swing by if time permits. Otherwise, I will hopefully see you at the end of the month as I finish this year's Halloween celebration. Take care and have a safe and happy October!

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  32. That was funny about being stressed and getting on your own nerves.

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  33. Liked the sinking ship quote and loved the cat whisperer video! :)

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  34. Dear Linda,
    You find the best quotes in the world! The illustrations and photos are lovely.

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  35. A couple days back I had a brief chat with a squirrel.

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  36. That first one really hit home. I'm trying very hard right now to preserve my mental health. I took a look at Lizzie and thought "She knows nothing going on except when it's time to eat." There's much we can learn from them. (Don't you love how squirrels pose?!)

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  37. Lovelky quotes and videos !
    Have a fun day !
    Anna

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  38. That graphic with the bee is thought-provoking. And how interesting that “anxious feelings aren’t usually indicative of reality.” I like that.

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  39. Thanks for another compilation full of positivity.

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  40. Hello, my dear friend. Your above quotes are always important and they have the power of life and truth.
    My best regards.

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  41. nice to know that "Take a shower, text a loved one, step outside" could bring peace......

    Thank you for sharing.

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  42. "Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood". It would be nice to be as flexible as that cat.

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  43. “Sadness can be a garden of compassion. If you keep your heart open to everything, your pain can become your greatest ally in the life-long search for love and wisdom." — This rings very true. I too had such an experience in life when I lived abroad for many years. I knew sadness and loneliness, but I did not give in. I looked for my own path, and because of that peace came to me, and I can say that I became a different person—perhaps even a better and wiser one. Yesterday I learned that Jane Goodall has passed away, someone you often spoke of. It’s such a shame; she was a wonderful person, and without her the world will not be the same. Sending you my warm wishes and hugs!

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  44. Hi Linda, some lovely calming thoughts here today. Hugs and thanks Angela xXx

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  45. I really like these. The squirrels were my favorite because I loved them.

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  46. Great post, Linda! I love all the inspiring words. Your squirrel images are cute. Take care, have a great day!

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  47. Wow ... what a ton of poignant thoughts. One of my favorites: "Blink at the negative, gaze at the positive".

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  48. Dealing with a toxic person is like learning to be a beekeeper. You know there's honey to be found somewhere, but is it worth getting stung over?

    Linda ... oh my goodness, the above quote that you shared today is just what I needed. I had a friend who continued to take advantage of me. I decided this year I would not allow it anymore. It was hard to do at first, because I felt bad for sticking up for myself. After time I realized, I felt better, much better without the hurt she would do to me. I have forgiven her, but I also no longer want the toxic drama she would put me through.

    I do appreciate your posts, thank you!!

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  49. Thank you for all the thoughtful quotes.

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  50. Hello Dear Friend, it is hard for me to pick a favorite, such beautiful images and lovely photos of that sweet little squirrel, plus thee videos. Thank you so much and I hope you are having a wonderful day :)

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  51. Peace. I swear it's not too late.

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  52. Good day Linda ☀️
    Luckily you pointed out that there is a squirrel in both your photos. The colour of the squirrel is so similar to the tree bark trunk colour that the squirrel is under good camouflage. What a cute squirrel going up and down the tree, can't decide.
    Have a nice day! 🌻

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  53. Hello Linda ... I hope the new month of October has started well for you.
    A great collection again, I particularly like the words 'I feel energised and happy when I eat well.'
    Sweet photographs of the squirrel, quite a few come into the garden here and I do enjoy watching them ...

    Sending good wishes.

    All the best Jan

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  54. Cute pictures of the squirrel. :).
    Philippians 4:7
    And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

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  55. Buenos consejos, uno siempre debe luchar por la paz en su corazón. te mando un beso.

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  56. Bugs certainly captured my typical day...

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  57. I quite often get on my own nerves. LOL.

    God bless.

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  58. I enjoy the positivity in your posts! Peace IS important!

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  59. I can't wait to stop by to see your new posts. They are always so meaningful and uplifting. This week there are so many that speak to me starting with the one about the toxic person and the bee stings... love it.

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  60. I needed quite a few of these memes today. The squirrel was a real poser for you. So cute!

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  61. FURniture - hah hah; PURRfect 🐈

    Love the one with the elephant and the little boy and spruces and the sun; "Fill the world with your light." 🌲☀️🐘

    The squirrel 😀🐿

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  62. Feliz outubro para os gatos e todos os amantes da natureza.

    Nova tirinha publicada. 😺

    Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.

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  63. I love the 'To Be List' instead of a 'To Do List'! Thank you for all the sweet inspiration. x New Follower xx K

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  64. Hi linda, Happy Singapore Children's Day (3 Oct 2025, Friday) to any and everyone who is young at heart and who retains childlike innocence, wisdom and peace. Hah hah FURniture, that is MEOWsome! I am sure PH can relate to it. Lol!

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  65. Agrees with the quote, exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood. (The fatty kitten looks so cute with the leg stretching up and posing for the camera).
    Ahhh ships don't sink because technically and scientifically their bottom part is a huge hollow filled with an air, making the ship's overall density less than that of water, hee hee. Thanks for ship's quote from Healthy place.

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  66. Yes, sometimes grief because they have a compassionate heart and empathy. The Bugs bunny made me giggle today!

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  67. It's easy to get caught up in the chaos, but it's the small acts of self-care that really make all the difference. Thank you for sharing these gems of wisdom!

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  68. Quante belle immagini e quanti insegnamenti preziosi ! Grazi e buon fine settimana,

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  69. Las frases como siempre enseñando muchas cosas.
    La ardilla seguro que lo hizo para que le sacaras el lado bueno.
    hay que ver los gatos que es capaz de atraer esa persona del video.

    Saludos.

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  70. Some of these are gold, definitely going to keep a few.

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  71. Boa sexta-feira e com muita paz e saúde, minha querida amiga Linda. Até no caos tiramos algum aprendizado. Também sabe que o caos não será o nosso fim, um dia ele terminará. Grande abraço carioca.

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  72. "Fill the world with your light!" You do that through what you share with us in your blog posts!

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  73. There is one quote which really fits on me today ! I am getting on my own nerves ! Must be the grey weather !

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  74. Liked the one about doing just one thing for your metal health. OH HI! I jumped over from Ann's blog to visit. Hope you have a great day

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  75. Wonderful words. I love the one with the dog with a paw around the cat. So sweet.

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  76. Happy spooky season! Here's to a great October.

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  77. So many great quotes (thank you) but I have to say 'Be Kind to Everything That Lives' really resonated with me. We would all do well to pay attention to those words.

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  78. Those are terrific and we're on in for peace and kindness!

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  79. the Bug's Bunny quote made me laugh. thanks!

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  80. Feliz mes de octubre para ti. Besos.

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  81. Overflowing with wonderful quotes and great advice. Thanks for the post!

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  82. You know you're really stressed when you start getting on your own nerves. hahahaha...sometimes i say something similar, that even i can't stand to be around me!! awesome selections, have a wonderful weekend!!

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  83. That "FURniture" joke brought on the giggles. I can just hear my Poppy saying exactly that to me.

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  84. Nature therapies are always much better and safer than psychiatric medications that contain toxic chemicals. With my best wishes. ✔🙂

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  85. You make my day, dear Blogfriend 🌻 Yes, it's important to laugh. Have a wonderful week.

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  86. Your posts always feel like a gentle exhale—a moment to pause and breathe in kindness. The “to be list” especially resonated with me today; what a beautiful shift in perspective. And that squirrel! He’s clearly a natural in front of the camera, adding a touch of whimsy to all the wisdom.

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  87. Thank you for all these wonderful words of inspiration! I always find one or two to save in my journal.

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  88. You always have the best collection of encouragement and fun. It's always good to visit your space, Linda.

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  89. Coligir e ordenar tão felizes notas para uma boa Meditação, é grato para se sentir viv@.
    Obrigado, Linda.



    Beijo,
    SOL da Esteva

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  90. La foto del gato con el perro me ha encantado.
    Te sigo!!!
    Buen finde.
    Un abrazo.

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  91. agree with this quote: "You know there's honey to be found somewhere, but is it worth getting stung over...."

    Have a wonderful weekend

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  92. Hello,
    What beautiful and inspiring quotes you publish! Thank you for that! Hugs and kisses from Portugal!

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  93. Chin up comments are always good to hear. Many blessings to you for October.

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  94. Hello Linda :)
    You come up with the goods every time. and they make me smile. love the cat lifting it's leg doing exercises and the fur, and furniture caption ha ha what a good one.The dog and cat photo and quote to be kind to all living things is lovely. Thank you Linda for making my day even better for having visited.
    All the best
    Sonjia.

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  95. Beautiful. Such a lovely reminder to protect our peace and cherish small moments. Even the squirrel seems to pose just for us.

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  96. Encouraging words. I liked the one about Fur niture. :)

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  97. O outono chegou até você de uma forma acolhedora. Muito bom!

    Nova tirinha publicada. 😺

    Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.

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  98. Oh my goodness, that is a lot of stray cats. They are all certainly chilled. The chorus of purrs us fabulous. That squirrel is a funny fellow. As for the quotes, so, so many to think upon and fill one's day with lovely thoughts.

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  99. Great thoughts to ponder during the weekend!

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  100. I always leave your page feeling positive. Thank you, Linda. Xx

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  101. Hola Linda. Muy agradecido por tu visita y comentario a mi blog.
    Tienes un blog muy bonito y tus publicaciones siempre dejan huella.
    Nunca dejes para mañana lo que puedas hacer hoy.
    Unas imágenes estupendas.
    Un abrazo desde Castellón (España)

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  102. The photos of the squirrels are also very beautiful. They're my favorite. I'm just like them, because I also jump from one thing to another in all my blog posts.😉

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  103. Hi Linda - I've eventually got here - thanks for commenting over on my blog - belatedly I've replied. You've got loads of fascinating quotes and images here ... lots to mull over - cheers Hilary

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  104. Hi Linda - your selections contain many important reminders...especially to prioritize that which is important to you. Thank you!

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  105. Thank you for sharing all of these uplifting quotes and reminders for our well-being! The critters pictured with them all are adorable also day brighteners!

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  106. Te deseo una buena semana. Te mando un beso.

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  107. I always love coming to your page. It's so uplifting! Thanks for all the quotes. I particularly love the peace ones. Have a great October!

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  108. I think I missed this post, I like the one about getting on your own nerves, I think I have had that once or twice in my life :) I just got done sweeping so pets fur is on my mind too :) Have a great week!

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  109. The little squirrel is indeed very2 cute!! as usual, i'm loving all your shared quotes!

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