Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Thank you so much for taking time to come and visit me here! I really appreciate it so much!
Here are today's selections, which I hope will brighten your day in some way!
In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you. - Deepak Chopra
If the world feels heavy, let this reminder be a counterweight. There are still people out there holding umbrellas for strangers. Still kids waving to garbage trucks. Still nurses trying their shoes in quiet hallways, choosing to show up. Kindness isn't gone. It's just not shouting as loud as some of the other stuff. - Karen Salmansohn
Stop. Unclench your jaw. Soften your brow. Relax your shoulders. Breathe.
The morning stillness is like a greenhouse in which we can gently take root, helping us prepare for the winds of the day.
Free snowman...some assembly required. :)
Purr softly and carry a big stick. :)
It's by going down into the abyss that we recover the treasures of life. - Joseph Campbell
Being afraid of things going wrong isn't the way to make things go right.
The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as a puppy.
Today's Blissful Forecast...heavy snowflakes of blessings, strong winds to blow your worries away, followed by warm caring hugs and snowflake kisses to put a smile on your face. :)
Candy cane wishes and mistletoe kisses.
May the good times and treasures of the present become the golden memories of tomorrow.
Wishing you lots of love, joy and happiness.
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays
Encouragement may be the greatest gift we give this Christmas!
Sometimes you have to forget what's gone, appreciate what remains and look forward to what's coming next.
Look for something positive in each day, even if some days you have to look a little harder.
Always forgive your enemies. Nothing annoys them more! :)
Your mindset determines whether you see obstacles or stepping stones.
Once you start working on something, don't be afraid of failure and don't abandon it. People who work sincerely are the happiest. - Chanakya
All of us, at some time or other, need help. Whether we're giving or receiving help, each one of us has something valuable to bring to this world. That's one of the things that connects us as neighbors - in our own way, each one of us is a giver and a receiver. - Mr. Rogers
Time is the most valuable coin in your life. You and you alone will determine how that coin will be spent. Be careful that you don't let other people spend it for you. - John Dryden
It's not whether animals will survive, it's whether the man has the will to save them.
The following photos are my own, which I took on my cellphone of Christmas decorations in parks and front of houses in Montreal. You can click on any image to see a larger view. The first two photos are in front of homes.
These last photos are all taken in a Montreal park. This is yet another park, different from the last two parks.
The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal. Enjoy! :)
This cat walks a woman's daughter to the school bus every single morning :)
This man built tiny homes for wild squirrels and this is what happened :)
Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson (played here by the Boston Pops Orchestra)
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Lindo tigre y lindos videos. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this so much, especially the "Sleigh Ride" song! Took me back to a wonderful sleigh ride we had in NH many years ago with our son and his family. It was a wonderful memory. Thank you for always sharing such positive thoughts with us. This was good. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI like the combination of lights and snow on that one bush.
ReplyDeleteI love the red and blue striped lights on the trees. And the blue lights on the tree amid the snow is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI love the videos about Craig the cat, and the squirrel home for Mama and her babies!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your cheerful and encouraging posts this year!
ReplyDeleteYou posted a cat that is a kindred spirit to Teddy Roosevelt who said to "Speak softly and carry a big stick."
ReplyDeleteMontreal is, evidently, a good place to walk about and take pictures.
Oh my goodness, that squirrel video made me tear up! How sweet!
ReplyDelete"Stop. Unclench your jaw. Soften your brow. Relax your shoulders. Breathe."
ReplyDeleteI'm such a jaw clencher, so that's a good reminder.
Awww... I loved the squirrel house!! You always find great wisdom and good giggles for us. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteThat's a gorgeous park! I love snow photos although I'm not a huge fan of the white stuff. It can stay in our mountains! :) Meeting meanness with kindness and calm with loudness can be difficult but also can diffuse stressful situations.
ReplyDeletedear linda. morning greetings from kuala lumpur. it's monday again! i have a class today and now is the 12th week of semester for my university (remaining 2 weeks before my students start their revision week). anyway, i choose this quote : Sometimes you have to forget what's gone, appreciate what remains and look forward to what's coming next..... the key is to appreciate whatever we have today, indeed! sending virtual hugs from afar! take care and have a lovely week ahead!
ReplyDeleteSuch a comforting mix.
ReplyDeleteI loved the gentle reminders of kindness and stillness.
Thank you for putting this together, Linda.
The "some assembly required" snowman reminds me of a "some assembly required" fisherman's sweater I read about a couple years back.
ReplyDeleteYour post is always a pleasure to read. Thank you for sharing, Linda!
ReplyDeleteI liked your pictures you took on your own.
ReplyDeleteAlso: Your mindset determines whether you see obstacles or stepping stones.
I like the free snowman...lol
ReplyDeleteYour photos are nice of Christmas baste theme.
Enjoyed the videos too.
Happy New Year.
Very lovely selection today, thank you. My favourite "In a world where you can be anything, Be Kind"
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful that the cat walks the gal to the bus...so so sweet.
ReplyDeleteA very wise thought: kindness hasn't disappeared; it endures, but it's very quiet. I really like the quote: "Sometimes you have to forget what's gone, appreciate what remains, and look forward to what's next." Thank you, Linda, for so many wonderful and kind thoughts, not just for the holidays but for every day :)
ReplyDelete"In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you." - Deepak Chopra. Amen to that, and also breathe to tune into the parasympathetic nervous system.
ReplyDeleteFeliz año, amiga... Recibe mis mejores deseos.
ReplyDeleteTerrific shots of the Christmas decorations.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos and quotes. The Christmas decoration looks so good. The squirrel and cat is so cute! :) Happy Holidays, Linda!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cool post u got here🙂
ReplyDeleteYou have snow and I don't! Beautiful photos again, Linda!!!
ReplyDeleteYou've shown a great and wonderful selection here!
Thanks for sharing, have a lovely day. hugs Elke
I've read some of Deepak Chopra's books. Very insightful. The pic with the mound of snow to be assembled had me laughing! Have a beautiful week, Linda ♥
ReplyDeleteThe "Free snowman...some assembly required" is hilarious! I love the photos you took at the park.
ReplyDeleteThe squirrels 🤎🐿🐿🐿❤️🥰
ReplyDeleteSo that's what Canada's IKEA look like; a pile of snow and you can assemble your own snowman 😀⛄️ And for free! You people really are the nicest 💕
I laughed at Free snowman...some assembly required.
ReplyDeleteYou've had plenty of snow by the look of it.
Dear Linda, the 7 photos taken by you are really lovely. Decorations in real snow definitely win over decorations in countries without snow.
ReplyDeleteMontreal has so many beautiful parks.
Two more days to 2026. Here's wishing you a very happy new year 🎊🕛
Grandma, with a lovely end, dear Linda!
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I like seeing all the holiday decorations
ReplyDeleteI so love the quote about kindness. My favorites! Those about stillness are cute, too!
ReplyDeleteLovely post and pics! Hugs ♥️
I so love the quote about kindness. My favorites! Those about stillness are cute, too!
ReplyDeleteLovely post and pics! Hugs ♥️
Dear friend Linda, indeed one time a very good looking blonde woman on a garbage truck waved at me as I greeted her :-)
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, in Germany they still stand on the back of the truck!
And I do have a ring that says: "Take a deep breath".
Are you my twin?
And yes. My friends kept encouraging me and I made it - despite I am oooold :-) And they said, we learn from one another, too.
To the next!
LOL on the enemies - I had 2 1/2 in my life. Actually one - the others were but dumb... And I forgave them.
And yes. I think (....) I will try the test again - no promise, though.
Shoot. I will be a giver. Onion cake from scratch! huhhhh - wish me luck! I´m a beginner still!
Wonderful Christmas pics - am I glad we leave for sunny Perth once the happy night-lights will be gone. Always the saddest time of the year.
Cats are so cute, sweet and smart. Thank you for sharing this, I share a tear or two with you.
And the Squirrels! I am so sad "Peanut" is gone...
Frosty brought us another cold, huh, my - I wish you a happy Monday, warm hugs and much love 😘
Your quotes will make our holidays more meaningful.
ReplyDeleteHola Linda. Espero y deseo que hayas pasado una muy feliz Navidad.
ReplyDeleteUnas fotos muy bonitas las que nos dejas y unas frases que siempre nos hacen pensar.
Me quedo con esta:
Tener miedo de que las cosas salgan mal no es la manera de hacer que las cosas salgan bien.
Hay que arriesgar y atreverse.
Te deseo pases una feliz Nochevieja y que el año nuevo 2026 te traiga todo lo mejor.
Un abrazo.
Sadly, I don’t think we have the will to save the animals. We demonstrate that every day.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration Linda! The Free snowman made me laugh out loud!
ReplyDeleteLove the squirrel house. Happy New year. Stay safe and healthy.
ReplyDeleteQue bonitas imágenes. Felices Navidades
ReplyDeleteMy pick today - All of us, at some time or other, need help. Whether we're giving or receiving help, each one of us has something valuable to bring to this world. That's one of the things that connects us as neighbors - in our own way, each one of us is a giver and a receiver. - Mr. Rogers. Thanks for bringing me a tour around Montreal's neighbourhood and parks with your own photos. Happy New Year 2026 to you Linda!
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday! I love your photos of the lights, such a delight to see. I admit that I'm glad Christmas is over, though, I really wasn't in the mood for it this year, though I had a good day anyway.
ReplyDeleteTake care out and about, especially if you are getting this messy freezing rain/rain mix that we currently are. (I'm only 3 hours or so west of you!)
Finally, a very Happy (almost) New Year! 😊🎉
Such great quotes to remind us of the power of choice and how we choose to view things. I love seeing all you Montreal winter wonderland photos! Thanks ...
ReplyDeleteSorry the last comment was from me. I forgot to sign in.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda, I hope you’re doing well. Thank you for sharing with us today. There were some real gems here especially this one, “Sometimes you have to forget what's gone, appreciate what remains and look forward to what's coming next”, which is really true and good advice. I hope you have a wonderful week ahead!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures and thoughts. You have some great Christmas decorations outside.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the positive thoughts this Monday am.
ReplyDeleteCoucou 😽😽😽
ReplyDeleteIci temps gris et froid
Passez un bel après-midi
💖💖💖 Kisss Rita
Lovely publication again. It was a pleasure to look at and read the thoughts. Beautiful Christmas decorations.
ReplyDeleteThe tiny buddha one is me most work days... some assembly required lol!
ReplyDelete"All of us, at some time or other, need help": that's a great quote.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photo taken at Montreal park. Lovely post, Linda 🌲🎄🌲
Great phrases and photos. Thanks for sharing them.
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Loving the beautiful Christmas trees and the cute snowmen!
ReplyDeleteLovely post once again :)
ReplyDeleteWish you all the best for 2026 !
Hug
Anna
Hello Linda. The new year day is getting closer and the bright days of celebrations are still valid. I hope you a happy new year, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI am currently learning about forgiving, so today I choose the picture about it as my favourite. :)
ReplyDeleteFreen Snowman, some assembly required. That one gave me a much needed Monday morning chuckle. Wishing you only the very best in 2026, Linda.
ReplyDeletestop unclench your jaw!! It's written for me!
ReplyDeleteLove the snowman needing some assembly!!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a happy new year!!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed seeing the festive lights and holiday decor around Montreal. Enjoy the last few days of 2025!
ReplyDeleteHello Linda, oh I enjoyed the photos of the Christmas displays, thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year to you!!!
Love, Carla
The blow ups are super duper cute. Happy rest of the holiday season and here's to a kickbutt good New Year. Cheers, Ivy.
ReplyDeleteI really like the decorations and the snowmen. The ginger cat made both me and my daughter Marta laugh a lot, because he looks exactly like our Furianusz, who at home is the main creator of chaos. You share wonderful videos — the one about the squirrel family moved me deeply. Warm regards!
ReplyDeleteLinda, it is a shame that these festive holiday images can't last longer than a week 😟 Thanks for always providing some cheer in your blog posts. Sending all good wishes to you for a wonderful New Year 🎉❤️
ReplyDeleteFree snowman 😂🤣😂🤣 that was really funny. Your photographs are delightful, winter wonderland scenes, beautiful ❄️⛄🌬️🌨️
ReplyDeleteHello Linda
ReplyDeleteNice to see your photographs around Montreal, I do like how Santa seems to be waving cheerily at us :)
Enjoy these last few December days, the month and the year have passed by so quickly.
I wish you a peaceful, happy and healthy New Year.
All the best Jan
Good ones Linda. Thanks for your kind words regarding my accident :-D
ReplyDeleteI liked the lights shining on the trees covered in snow. So pretty.
ReplyDeleteGracias por tus fotos y escritos que siempre traen un mensaje positivo
ReplyDeleteTe deseo un gran 2026
Isaac
Čas je nejcennější mincí v životě... kolik moudrosti se v těch několika slovech skrývá. Zaujaly mě veverky a pochválím fotografie, které jsi ve městě pořídila. Na to se vždy ráda podívám.
ReplyDeleteLindo, měj se hezky a šťastný nový rok!
Those are all wonderful, a purrfect way to end the year.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your holiday themed words of encouragement.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your memes and holiday pictures. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteI like the picture of free snowman but needs some assembly required :) I like your pictures of the lights showing through the snow, that is always so pretty. I was surprised how many people in our area are using those blow up decorations now.
ReplyDeleteHope your week is off to a good start!
Hello Linda,
ReplyDeleteGreat quotes! I love all the Christmas decorations. They look so pretty lit up at night. I wish you all the best in 2026, a happy and healthy New Year. Take care, have a great day!
Lots of food for thought there. I enjoyed your photos from the park. Happy new year.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed a wonderful Christmas Linda. As always, it is such a joy to stop in and read all of your uplifting memes. Wishing you a great week ahead and Happy New Year..
ReplyDeleteFeliz Ano Novo minha querida amiga Linda. Grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro. Grande abraço do Brasil.
ReplyDeleteEn esta ocasión me quedare con la frase de la predicción del tiempo, aunque como siempre me parecen todas fantásticas. También me parece enternecedor el video del gato acompañando al bus a la niña.
ReplyDeleteLas fotos de las decoraciones navideñas me gustan.
Desear que tengas un año 2026 cargado de buenas noticias.
Saludos.
Happy New Year Linda!
ReplyDeleteHi Linda,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind comment.
As you can see, I haven't been on my blog for quite a while, but that's due to my wife's serious illness.
I want to wish you all the best in 2026.
I also hope to start posting photos again sometime.
Kind regards, Helma
Dear Linda!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year! May all your dreams come true!
Bonsoir
ReplyDeleteBonne fin de journée
Et une agréable soirée
Amitié Rita
...today we have free snowman, some assembly required!
ReplyDeleteAs my world does feel a bit heavy right now, that second quote couldn't have come at a better time. Thank you for sharing another collection of wise and meaningful quotes and for the most welcome laughs! xxx
ReplyDeleteSo many good ones to give us hope, which we truly need. Let's hope the New Year will be brighter. Nice Christmas Pictures. Happy New Year to you.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great place to find encouragement. I’m in a public place right now and can’t view YouTube videos, but they will be on my YouTube list. I am a caregiver and have learned that sometimes you really do have to accept a new reality and go forward from there. I hope that there are good things ahead that you never would’ve experienced otherwise
ReplyDeleteTyle tu u Ciebie motywujących wpisów:)
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Pięknego Nowego Roku życzę
Przyjaciół nowych , zdrowia i wiele powodów do uśmiechu:)
Dear Linda, may your home be filled with joy and happines 💖
ReplyDeleteGood wishes for the coming New Year 🥂
The Christmas decorations are so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda, I love reading your truths. Thank you for sending them. Have a nice Holiday
ReplyDeleteQue você continue sendo essa pessoa acolhedora e amorosa em 2026.
ReplyDeleteFELIZ ANO NOVO!
Nova tirinha publicada. 😺
Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.
Hi Linda ... thx for visiting my site ... and I like all the positivity of your post ... and the pretty photos of Christmas in Montreal. Lovely. I hope you have a Happy New Year! Keep up the happy thoughts.
ReplyDeleteLove the holiday mix! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the snow pictures. I always love your posts.
ReplyDeleteNice post
ReplyDeleteLovely Christmas photos and wonderful positive inspirational quotes. Wishing you a very happy 2026! All the best in the New Year! :)
ReplyDeleteLindo, I wish you a wonderful last day of the year and a happy 2026! H.
ReplyDeleteIf my cats were any stiller they would become totally imobile! I crave such calm.
ReplyDeleteCheers and best wishes for 2026 - Stewart M - Melbourne
There's only 7 hours of 2025 left here. A quiet night in this household, wishing one and all peace and happiness throughout 2026. Thank you for all your uplifting quotes Linda.
ReplyDeleteHave an excellent New Year 2026!
ReplyDelete"Being afraid of things going wrong isn't the way to make things go right." - I need to take this and learn, I constantly worry about things that haven't happened.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year. God bless.
ReplyDeleteBom dia, Linda
ReplyDeleteÓtima postagem, vídeos bem engraçados, desejo um 2026 abençoado por Deus, obrigada pela preciosa amizade, um forte abraço.
Great quotes, as always. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI really loved your holiday mix. It made me stop, relax and just enjoy the moment.
ReplyDeletethank you for stopping by
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Hi. Happy New Year :) Ewinka Nowa Poland
ReplyDeleteHello Linda
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year 2026!
Beautiful thoughts and observations, giving me much to think about.
I was especially amused by one photo with the caption: "Free snowman...requires some assembly."
Lots of smiles, joy, and happiness in the coming months.
Best regards :))
Your blog is a moment of peace and quiet in a harsh world.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie
Some assembly required... ha!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Happy New Year Linda 💖💖💖
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a nice and peaceful end of the year tonight!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and a very Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
I shall attempt this year, amid the chaos around me, to keep that wonderful stillness inside.
ReplyDeleteTodo se ve maravilloso como siempre Linda. Feliz Año Nuevo.
ReplyDeleteWhat a soothing collection of quotes and moments. The reminders about stillness and kindness land especially well this time of year, and your snowy Montreal photos add such a peaceful atmosphere. The squirrel house and the devoted cat walking the little girl to the bus both brought a smile. A lovely way to close out the season and step into the new year with a lighter heart.
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