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Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Purr Therapy, Behaviour, Good Character
Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Thank you so much for taking the time to come and visit me here! I really appreciate it!
Here are today's selections, which I hope will add some brightness to your day!
The more grateful I am, the more beauty I see. - Mary Davis
A cat purring on your lap is more healing than any drug in the world, as the vibrations you are receiving are of pure love and contentment. - St. Francis of Assisi
Healthy Pets
Make joy and happiness the center of your world. I am happy. - Louise Hay
The best thing about hard times is that you get to see everyone's true colors.
Rustle, rustle Autumn's here. So wander in the magic, and keep hope near. - Angie Weiland-Crosby
If you spend your time hoping someone will suffer the consequences for what they did to your heart, then you're allowing them to hurt you a second time in your mind. - Shannon L. Ander
Relax. Sometimes we just need to take a little time for ourselves.
Inspiring Haven of Love Quotes and Notes
The truth of your character is expressed through the choice of your actions. - Steve Maraboli
Pass It On. The Foundation for a Better Life
I am thankful for the difficult people I've met. They have shown me exactly who I don't want to be. (difficult people can include bullies, ones who try to use you or take advantage of you, who are unkind to you, disrespect you, etc.)
Times may be bad, but that doesn't mean things can't get better. Removing hope doesn't make you safe, it just makes you depressed.
The Latest Kate
The following photos are my own which I took on my cellphone during my walks in Montreal early this month. You can click on each image to see a larger view.
The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal! Enjoy! :)
Budweiser TV Ad
For all my fellow cat lovers, please watch this 2 minute video. It will make you smile! :)
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good morning linda! right now it's 8.23 am in malaysia and will start my class at 10 am(lecturing). just dropping by to read all the inspirational quotes! take care and have a lovely day!
The best thing about hard times is that you get to see everyone's true colors. I am learning each and every day how true this is. I am also learning to let the negative roll off my back.
Oh, yes, Linda, that cat video made my day! Their unique penchants for invading our most vulnerable spaces certainly can keep us humble and laughing at the same time. Blessings always!
A cat's scratches from their tiger's paws are also very "therapeutic" and "healing", just saying, lol. A lot of good stuff here as usual. Really appreciate your efforts in trying to lift people up and make them feel comforted and hopeful through your sharing. Will BRB. Be right back!
I love this - If you won't let your past die, then it won't let you live. - Perry Noble - I am experiencing this as I right. You have to forget the past and the past hurts before you can live and move on. I sent you a comment today from your comment on my blog and I think it came back.
Loving the autumn leaves 🍂🍁 photos (two) which you took and shared. We do not have the 4 seasons here in SG, only all year round hot hot 🥵 summer, can you call that a blessing in disguise. My wish list is to travel to Australia and New Zealand since these are the 2 countries I have not been to but I heard the news that they are having a high temp of 39 degree Celsius and possible strong winds.
The Budweiser TV commercial with the horses, snow and snowballs is amusing! Reminds me of my trips to Turkey, Canada and South Korea where I experienced winter and snow. Such wonderful moments and memories!
My favorite one tonight is “ If you spend your time hoping someone will suffer the consequences for what they did to your heart, then you're allowing them to hurt you a second time in your mind. - Shannon L. Ander” This is so very true. Hopefully we can heal from the hurt and move on and not be bitter in our hearts. Forgiveness is something we do for ourselves too. I love the Scarborough Fair on the Zither. That was the first song my daughter learned to play on the piano.
Before you speak - that is a good one and I wish more people would do that, think. Your autumn leaves are lovely too and nice to see, Linda. Enjoyed the videos.
Yes, grateful I sure am, dear friend Linda... The Buddha sure is very right, too. And to drugs, I loved the book "A street cat named Bob" - amazing story (haven´t seen the film yet). To all the people, even the bad... LOVE the Budweiser! LOL on the cat. Warm hugs and much love to you.
Oh! Linda, I love the photos you took of the tree with the colorful leaves! My favorite quote today is "When you use the stones thrown at you to lift you up, the bigger the rock the higher you rise!" Turning the negatives to generate positivity and strength in yourself is very powerful.
Loved these, especially the cats! I am slowly but surely becoming more of a cat lover. They really are special creatures sent to make us smile! Thank you for all of your quotes and pictures...they always make me stop and think and smile too! Have a lovely day!
At times the quotes you share with us hit harder than other times, for some reason these ones hit really hard yet in a good way. Oh by the way, I love the red autumn shades that you get in your piece of paradise!
I think I feel encouraged to enjoy a nice long bubble bath today...the meme of the girl soaking in the tub and blowing bubbles is exactly what I need. I always enjoy reading each and every one of these. Blessing to you Linda...enjoy a sweet day.
En esta ocasión la cita que mas me gusto es la de San Francisco de Asís. Aunque las demás también me agradan. Así en la cabeza nunca recuerdo haber tenido un gato en el hombro igual que un loro si. En la cabeza lo que si recuerdo es tirarme del pelo cuando estando agachado haciendo algo y tenía un lugar para colocarse a mi altura cerca y me daba con la patita y no le hacía caso.
I really enjoy reading the quotes you've chosen. They're full of life wisdom. My number one this time is: If you don't let your past die, it won't let you live. Perry Noble Beautiful autumn shots! All the best! Best regards :)
Thank you, Linda, for the quote about stones; you always have something that lifts the spirits, and the gag improved my mood, it's really good. The commercial with the horses is amazing. Hugs.
Rustle, rustle Autumn's here. So wander in the magic, and keep hope near. - Angie Weiland-Crosby
First, my favorite of today is the one above, we have enjoyed some wonderful autumn weather. It really has been an amazing October weather wise. Second, thank you so much for sharing your story regarding your work. I love that you would always encouraged everyone to adopt, not shop. The joy that we have had with Ernie is simply amazing. I had gone through a difficult time and Ernie was a lifeline for me. I needed him just as much as he needed me. xx oo Carla
So many lovely quotes. My favorite is You heal by releasing, not suppressing! Loved the Autumn poem and the Scarborough Fair music is sooooooooo lovely! Love it sung by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel! Have a wonderful weekend!
A beautiful collection of wisdom. I’m most touched by the thought about stones that lift us higher, and the one about a cat’s purr. So much peace, gratitude, and light here.
Love those autumn photos Linda :-D And the cats ones. Purring is so theraputic for sure, I agree :-D And totally relate to this one: "I am thankful for the difficult people I've met. They have shown me exactly who I don't want to be." So true for me :-D
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good morning linda! right now it's 8.23 am in malaysia and will start my class at 10 am(lecturing). just dropping by to read all the inspirational quotes! take care and have a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteThe best thing about hard times is that you get to see everyone's true colors.
ReplyDeleteI am learning each and every day how true this is. I am also learning to let the negative roll off my back.
God bless.
I love the horses and the snowballs! :)
ReplyDeleteYou have so many good ones here today! The ones that are so wise, and then the ones that make me smile - all great!
ReplyDeleteOh, yes, Linda, that cat video made my day! Their unique penchants for invading our most vulnerable spaces certainly can keep us humble and laughing at the same time. Blessings always!
ReplyDeletePets add so much to lives. Kitties are a blessing to many!
ReplyDeleteThe human cat perch, hahahahahaha!
ReplyDeleteA cat's scratches from their tiger's paws are also very "therapeutic" and "healing", just saying, lol. A lot of good stuff here as usual. Really appreciate your efforts in trying to lift people up and make them feel comforted and hopeful through your sharing. Will BRB. Be right back!
ReplyDeleteI love this - If you won't let your past die, then it won't let you live. - Perry Noble - I am experiencing this as I right. You have to forget the past and the past hurts before you can live and move on.
ReplyDeleteI sent you a comment today from your comment on my blog and I think it came back.
Loving the autumn leaves 🍂🍁 photos (two) which you took and shared. We do not have the 4 seasons here in SG, only all year round hot hot 🥵 summer, can you call that a blessing in disguise. My wish list is to travel to Australia and New Zealand since these are the 2 countries I have not been to but I heard the news that they are having a high temp of 39 degree Celsius and possible strong winds.
ReplyDeleteThe Budweiser TV commercial with the horses, snow and snowballs is amusing! Reminds me of my trips to Turkey, Canada and South Korea where I experienced winter and snow. Such wonderful moments and memories!
ReplyDeleteThe 2 minutes cat video makes me smile and laugh! It's a good one.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite one tonight is “ If you spend your time hoping someone will suffer the consequences for what they did to your heart, then you're allowing them to hurt you a second time in your mind. - Shannon L. Ander” This is so very true. Hopefully we can heal from the hurt and move on and not be bitter in our hearts. Forgiveness is something we do for ourselves too. I love the Scarborough Fair on the Zither. That was the first song my daughter learned to play on the piano.
ReplyDeleteBefore you speak - that is a good one and I wish more people would do that, think.
ReplyDeleteYour autumn leaves are lovely too and nice to see, Linda.
Enjoyed the videos.
A cat purring on your lap is more healing than any drug in the world....so true!
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are Shannon Ander and the one about thinking before you speak. And your gorgeous leaf photos!!!
ReplyDeleteYes, grateful I sure am, dear friend Linda... The Buddha sure is very right, too.
ReplyDeleteAnd to drugs, I loved the book "A street cat named Bob" - amazing story (haven´t seen the film yet).
To all the people, even the bad...
LOVE the Budweiser! LOL on the cat. Warm hugs and much love to you.
So much wisdom in today's picks.
ReplyDeleteI like the little videos, especially the "Little Man" one. Made me chuckle.
Oh! Linda, I love the photos you took of the tree with the colorful leaves! My favorite quote today is "When you use the stones thrown at you to lift you up, the bigger the rock the higher you rise!" Turning the negatives to generate positivity and strength in yourself is very powerful.
ReplyDeleteWhat wisdom today, great, harmonious, beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteThe videos and your beautiful autumn photos
are great!
Have a great week! Hugs Elke
Merci pour ce billet de positivité Linda.
ReplyDeleteBonne journée.
I love your photos of autumn leaves. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love the photos of the autumn trees.
ReplyDeleteI really like this sentence: (If you don't let your past die, it won't let you live.)
Greetings Irma
The zither reminded me of the 2002 movie "Tuck Everlasting" today... do you know the movie?
ReplyDeleteThanks and all the best for you.
Viola
Wonderful post
ReplyDeleteBonitas fotos de Canadá y unas frases a tener en cuenta, hasta de las personas difíciles podemos sacar alguna conclusión.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this lovely post, Linda! I like Tiny Buddha very much.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda,
ReplyDeleteA great collection of wise words and memes.
Thanks for sharing! Pretty trees and I love the colorful leaves.
Take care, have a great day!
I like the cat with it's head tilted sideways asking if there's a name for what's wrong with you. That one cracked me up
ReplyDeleteThanks for the image of the European Robin. Just a couple of weeks ago I was seeing them.
ReplyDeleteGood morning, I loved this post-thank you
ReplyDeletehugs Kathy
Loved these, especially the cats! I am slowly but surely becoming more of a cat lover. They really are special creatures sent to make us smile! Thank you for all of your quotes and pictures...they always make me stop and think and smile too! Have a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteI have never been a cat person, but I could see how the purring of a cat on your lap would be peaceful and comforting for sure!
ReplyDeleteLinda gostei das suas seleções, são frases que fazem refletir, Linda lindas as suas fotos, feliz quinta-feira bjs.
ReplyDelete“ Before you speak, let your words pass through three gates: 1. Is it true? 2. Is it necessary? 3. Is it kind?”
ReplyDeleteI’ve heard that before, but it is such a good reminder.
I agree about a cat’s purr. Our Lacey was a champion purrer.
At times the quotes you share with us hit harder than other times, for some reason these ones hit really hard yet in a good way. Oh by the way, I love the red autumn shades that you get in your piece of paradise!
ReplyDeleteI think I feel encouraged to enjoy a nice long bubble bath today...the meme of the girl soaking in the tub and blowing bubbles is exactly what I need. I always enjoy reading each and every one of these. Blessing to you Linda...enjoy a sweet day.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a wonderful rest of the Halloween season, Linda!
ReplyDeleteThank you for this lovely post, Linda
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteCuddling fur babies or just watching videos of dogs and cats being themselves are so therapeutic. I completely agree they're the best therapists.
ReplyDeleteEn esta ocasión la cita que mas me gusto es la de San Francisco de Asís. Aunque las demás también me agradan.
ReplyDeleteAsí en la cabeza nunca recuerdo haber tenido un gato en el hombro igual que un loro si. En la cabeza lo que si recuerdo es tirarme del pelo cuando estando agachado haciendo algo y tenía un lugar para colocarse a mi altura cerca y me daba con la patita y no le hacía caso.
Saludos.
I really enjoy reading the quotes you've chosen. They're full of life wisdom.
ReplyDeleteMy number one this time is: If you don't let your past die, it won't let you live. Perry Noble
Beautiful autumn shots!
All the best!
Best regards :)
I love all the beautiful cats in today's post.
ReplyDeleteFrieda sleeps next to my head at night. Her soft purr calms my active brain every night.
ReplyDeleteMore great encouragement, dear Linda. I love the photos of the trees in the beautiful fall colors.
ReplyDeleteGood afternoon, Linda. Have a great day, my dear.
ReplyDeleteThose were all wonderful and so is purr therapy!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda, for the quote about stones; you always have something that lifts the spirits, and the gag improved my mood, it's really good. The commercial with the horses is amazing. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteThe saying about gratitude and beauty reads well the other way, too. I like this.
ReplyDeleteRustle, rustle Autumn's here. So wander in the magic, and keep hope near. - Angie Weiland-Crosby
ReplyDeleteFirst, my favorite of today is the one above, we have enjoyed some wonderful autumn weather. It really has been an amazing October weather wise.
Second, thank you so much for sharing your story regarding your work. I love that you would always encouraged everyone to adopt, not shop. The joy that we have had with Ernie is simply amazing. I had gone through a difficult time and Ernie was a lifeline for me. I needed him just as much as he needed me.
xx oo
Carla
The best thing about hard times is that you get to see everyone's true colors... This sentence is so true. Great picture to add.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda, for sharing these wonderful inspiring quotes. My favourite is the one with the cute robin :)
ReplyDeleteSo many lovely quotes.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is You heal by releasing, not suppressing!
Loved the Autumn poem and the Scarborough Fair music is sooooooooo lovely! Love it sung by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel!
Have a wonderful weekend!
☔🌧️☔ Bonsoir
ReplyDeletePluie et encore pluie + grand vent
Une bonne soirée et belle nuit
Amitié bisous Rita 🌧️☔🌧️
A beautiful collection of wisdom.
ReplyDeleteI’m most touched by the thought about stones that lift us higher, and the one about a cat’s purr. So much peace, gratitude, and light here.
Oh your video of the cat perch is hilarious. I am always amazed at all your lovely quotes and videos. You certainly made me smile today. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteLove those autumn photos Linda :-D And the cats ones. Purring is so theraputic for sure, I agree :-D And totally relate to this one: "I am thankful for the difficult people I've met. They have shown me exactly who I don't want to be." So true for me :-D
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