Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to visit me here! I really appreciate you all so much! My next blog post will appear on my blog on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
Here are today's picks, which I hope will brighten your day!
Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy. - Thich Nhat Hanh
The smallest feline is a masterpiece. - Leonardo da Vinci
Heat wave.
Things to do...stay hydrated. Wear loose, light-colored clothes. Use air conditioner or visit cool places. Keep air circulating. Limit outdoor time. Know heat illness signs.
Things to not do...Ignore dehydration signs. Wear dark, heavy clothes. Consume excess caffeine or alcohol. Skip meals. Neglect pets. Assume immunity.
Your true home is in the here and the now. - Thich Nhat Hanh
Persistant :) "Keep going." "Stay steady."
Peadoodles
Slow down...take time to notice the little things in the big picture of life.
Sometimes, the bad things that happen in life can open your eyes to the good things you weren't paying attention to before.
Safety is not the end goal. It is the next level. It invites us to heal more deeply. - Elisabeth Corey
I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul. - Jean Cocteau
Kindness is a simple way to tell another struggling soul that there is still hope and love to be found in the world.
Life humbles you. As you grow older, you stop chasing the big things and embrace the little things. Alone, time, enough sleep, healthy food, long walks and precious time with your loved ones. Simplicity becomes your lifestyle.
Never get tired of doing little things for others. Sometimes those little things occupy the biggest part of their hearts.
When you are grateful for the little things, every little thing is worth so much more.
If you take care of the small things, the big things take care of themselves. You can gain more control over your life by paying closer attention to the little things. - Emily Elizabeth Dickinson
Quotes Planet
Sometimes you have to appreciate the little things:
being able to see, walk, breathe, eat and sleep.
Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, drink the wild air's salubrity. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine. - Anthony J. D'Angelo
Have a purr-fect day! :)
Hood's Kindness Revolution Experiment, Joelle HoodEnglish translation: I dream of a world without cruelty and without violence...and you?
No matter what the situation, remind yourself. "I have a choice." - Deepak Chopra
Spend the day appreciating every little thing that comes your way, and you'll end the day feeling deeply grateful for your life.
The following photos are my own, taken with my cellphone on my walks here in Montreal. This first photo is a phone booth...yes, there are still many in Montreal. You can click on any image to see a larger view.
A Montreal bus. The STM on the white at the top part of the bus stands for "Societe de Transport de Montreal"
I think you all know that I love nature...so animals and birds are part of this. This is a pigeon who found its way inside a Montreal metro station. The door to the station was open, so the pigeon just walked inside...perhaps to escape the heat outside for a bit. I found it cute and decided to take this photo. :)
I liked the colour and artwork on this picnic table outside of a metro station near a grocery store and decided to take the photo.
The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal. Enjoy! :)
Two giant whales started playing with my dog :) (We love animals)
Golden Retriever caught on camera sneaking into neighbor's pool :) (The Dodo)
Can you feel the love tonight? -Elton John, from The Lion King (Disney Music Vevo)
Morning has broken - Cat Stevens
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thecontemplativecat here. I really "safety" as "sanity". Same thing?
ReplyDeleteI agree 100% that little things mean lot and we must not lose sight of that. Oh, you still have telephone booths over there! I have not seen one for ages. I read your earlier post about the heatwave. So it looks like it's not just me feeling the heat and sweating it out at my end!
ReplyDeletemorning dear linda! it's a bright, sunny day here at my place. my son is having his exam (trial exam)--equivalent to O level exam. for today, i choose this quote: Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine! indeed! i love seeing all your pics about your place, montreal...now it becomes close to my heart although virtual only. take care dear linda
ReplyDeleteI wish we still had telephone booths near me. I miss them! I agree with Da Vinci about how each cat is a masterpiece. They really are! Thank you for the inspiration!
ReplyDeletehow fun that visit was! I love nature too, and animals. The whale/dog playing, LeeAnna at notafraidofcolor
ReplyDeleteHi there! I love the one about doing little things for others. It's so true that we don't know the effect it has on them.
ReplyDeleteThe little pigeon in the station is cute.
What a beautifully decorated picnic bench! Many of our utility boxes now have artistic wraps on them and they make me happy. They are those small things that bring joy. We have to always pay attention to the beauty around us, even when it's little and doesn't seem important. Life is made up of small moments.
ReplyDeleteI think the issue nowadays with phone booths is that no one knows anyone's phone number anymore.
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, good night to you now. I am surprised that there are still phone booths around. A few years ago I left my hp at home and couldn't find any public phone booths. Ended up borrowing a phone to use from a mall's custom service table.
ReplyDeleteHave a good week ahead! 💕
The dog swimming in the pool was fun.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute picnic table!
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ReplyDeletethe kitties ones are lovely ^^
I really enjoyed listening to "Can You Feel The Love Tonight?" It's a favourite song and haven't heard it in a long time! Thanks!
ReplyDeletea wonderful reminder to appreciate the small moments in everyday life...
ReplyDeleteThe best things here today were the whales and the dog on the boat, and the dog Zeppole in the pool.
ReplyDeletep/s reply on your previous entry:
ReplyDeletetake care of yourself and don't worry about replying right away
your health comes first
wishing you all the best
Hug for Monday!
ReplyDeleteI have seen this to be true many many times in my life: "Sometimes, the bad things that happen in life can open your eyes to the good things you weren't paying attention to before." 💚
ReplyDeleteCute things about cats 🤭😺🐈⬛
Rain here in Finland. ☔️ I'll try and send some your way.
So true about cats and home :-) Thank you, Linda.
ReplyDeleteI love this one:
ReplyDeleteLife humbles you. As you grow older, you stop chasing the big things and embrace the little things. Alone, time, enough sleep, healthy food, long walks and precious time with your loved ones. Simplicity becomes your lifestyle.
I haven't seen a phone both in forever. I don't think my kids know what one is.
Loved the song by Cat Stevens Morning is broken!
Little things mean a lot really💖💖💖💖
ReplyDeleteThe little things are very important, Linda ❤️
ReplyDeleteGreat photos!
Let's fight the heat.
ReplyDeleteEven dogs run away from the sun.
Not to mention cats.
I haven't seen a phone booth in years. It is good to know they are still available in some areas. Thank you for the sweet inspirational quotes, Linda. You always start my week on a happy note. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteGood morning Linda, another week has begun. They announced a heatwave is coming again this week in the Netherlands, the second in a short time. We’re not used to this, but we keep the house cool and take care of our animals. Phone booths are all gone here now. I love the quotes you share on your blog; they’re all great. Hope you have a good start to the week. 🌻
ReplyDeleteI really do love the simple things. They bring me joy. I guess I’m finally getting some wisdom in my old age
ReplyDeleteThe dog in the neighbours pool, gosh. The cat and home is good.
ReplyDeleteJust for Laughs a bit weird but ok, Linda. Whales are interesting and are migrating at the moment in the oceans of Australia. Morning has broken is a good song.
Interesting sayings and photos. You chose beautiful music for today, and I especially like the song Morning has broken. Kind regards, Jasna
ReplyDeleteThese are all beautiful photos—whether of the colorful bench, the pigeon, or the bus. It’s great that you still have a phone booth there!
ReplyDeleteYou always have such beautiful, uplifting quotes and words of wisdom for me, as well as great videos!
Wishing you happy days and hoping you stay cool in the heat! Hugs, Elke
We don't have 'phone booths' any longer, Linda. Art!, the picnic table! What a nice service, the gag, ;-) !
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Heat wave... 16C, cloudy here. Does it mean: Beer non-stop? Kidding.... It´s frustrating. 19C tops today. Hot tea it is.
ReplyDeleteTo always being kind, dear friend Linda. Very often, when I give a smile to a stranger just like that I am surprised how they are surprised and they automatically give it back. Two people happy. Easy.
Ho-wee... if I ever make it to your country I hope my French from school days is still good enough! I had a very strict teacher so chances are high ;-)
To making art of picnic tables!!!
Wow, how you order your meals! And the whales ... To have a pool, huh - and warm weather. 16C is no Summer...
Love that last song! Happy Monday, much love and "warm" hugs, wearing a jumper here....
Beautiful inspiring quotes!
ReplyDeleteWow phone booths! Haven't seen these in a while!
Cat Stevens never disappoints :)
Have a great week!
I can't remember the last time I saw a phone booth. It's been a long time. That is a pretty picnic table. I hope that pigeon found it's way back out again.
ReplyDeleteThere are less and less phone booths here by the year.
ReplyDeleteSo many good and important things. Thanks a lot <3
ReplyDeleteHello, Linda
ReplyDeleteAnother post with great advice and quotes.
I appreciate the little things, get outside as much as I can.
We see some phone boxes but if they work would be amazing.
Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week ahead.
Persist Ant. Luv it.
ReplyDeleteI wonder what you C anadians consider under a heat wave LOL We currently have ten days of 30-35C but then from the 10th to 20th of July it will be 35-45C and then the last week of July is supposed to be zenith with over 45C for ten days which is living hell on Earth!
ReplyDeleteBack when I was younger memes might have helped me through a bad time. They have such wonderful sayings. Even though life is good right now, readings these was a nice way to start my morning. Thank you. Have a super new week too.
ReplyDelete...and a collection of little things make the big things. Be well.
ReplyDeleteBom-dia e uma excelente manhã de segunda-feira, para você e seus familiares em Montreal. A minha reflexão preferida é "Às vezes , a sua alegria é a fonte do seu sorriso, mas às vezes o seu sorriso pode ser a fonte da sua alegria. Grande abraço do seu amigo carioca.
ReplyDeleteYour true home is in the here and the now. - Thich Nhat Hanh Yes! 😊❤️
ReplyDeleteAnother great post.
ReplyDeleteIt seems easier to appreciate the little things when you have critters.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was little the neighbor lady called me "little Miss Sunshine" - she said "you bring the sunshine with you" - little did I know then, how much this "trait" would serve me during my life. None more so true that what I'm dealing with with my health.
ReplyDeleteAlways sweet and fun advice! Thanks for all the inspiriation!! Have a happy week ahead!! xo
ReplyDeleteThank you for the dose of positivity today.
ReplyDeleteGreat set of pictures and quotes. We are in the phase of our second red warning heat wave, it just goes on and on! Cheers Diane
ReplyDeleteA good reminder to enjoy the little things in life, as they are really the most important things.
ReplyDeleteDeus caritas est!
ReplyDeleteI miss our old yellow phone booths. I spent quite some time in them when I was young, lol.
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen a phone booth in I don't know how long. The doggy will not be deterred! Cat Stevens is a reminder of my years entering young adulthood. I love his music.
ReplyDeleteWhen we take time to notice and be thankful for the small things, our lives become richer and fuller, Linda. Great post, as always!
ReplyDeleteSome good headwave tips! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteFelicitarte por este nuevo grupo de frases con un gran contenido y decirte que yo también quiero un mundo sin violencia.
ReplyDeleteDe las recomendaciones ante la ola de calor me gustaría que muchos comprendieran que no somos inmunes no solo a las olas de calor o frio, a cualquier cosa.
La paloma de la estación de metro creo sabía bien lo que hacia y la mesa muy original.
Me encantaron todos videos.
Saludos.
I love the pool party dog. And the whale loving dog too. Morning has Broken is a lovely song. I visited Montreal once, way back in 1967. I was a kid and we travelled across Canada by train to go to Expo 67. We found accomodation there with a French family, who spoke no English, and got daily breakfast for the price included. I think they rented us two rooms of their home. I can't recall a lot about the trip.
ReplyDeleteHello dear Linda. I read your last post about the temperature in Montreal. I follow another one Greek blogger in your city and you are right. This situation was cruel. I hope now the weather is better.
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself, my dear friend.
You have my best wishes.
Dear Linda, the quote refering to slowing down speaks to me right now. That's what I plan to do the next few weeks 🙏 Thank you again for your encouraging words on my blog 🌺
ReplyDeleteI sure do agree, the little things are sometimes our biggest blessings. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteLinda - your post was Purr-fection. Enjoyed hearing those old songs from my past. Lovely pictures and quotes. Have a great day. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteA lovely post, Linda. It's always the little things that make me happy.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the instructions about the heat wave.
ReplyDeleteI always look forward to the inspiration on your blog, Linda. I forget where were, but we saw a phone booth. I wondered if it actually still worked.
ReplyDeleteThese are so true, and the one about appreciating good things following bad ones really hits home for me. I'm shocked that phone booths remain there. Interesting! On another note, "Morning has Broken" was one of several songs broadcast daily at my youth church camp.
ReplyDeleteNot that it matters, but I always think of music putting me to sleep and not waking me up during my week long Camp Mohican stays, which doesn't really make sense. lol For the fun of it, I may have to pull out that old photo album. Thanks for stirring up fond memories, not to mention sharing all your lovely posts and kind comments, my dear.
Oi Linda, quando aqui venho fico lendo todos os pensamentos e refletindo sobre eles...Eles fazem bem à minha mente, me tranquilizam e trazem motivação para seguir em frente, mesmo quando estamos tendo um dia difícil!!
ReplyDeleteO calor realmente está grande no hemisfério norte, o tempo não é mais o mesmo e isso é muito preocupante!!
Beijos querida, tenha uma semana maravilhosa!! :)))
I agree.. we have to count our blessings and appreciate the little things.
ReplyDeleteHey Linda, Thanks for stopping by. I had to share the Cat is the visible Soul meme with my daughter. They have a crazy number of cats and it def applies to them.
ReplyDeletedear friend Linda!
ReplyDeletethank you for your kind visit and warm words, they really mean lot to me !
i completely believe in your today's topic for sharing your wisdom !
i feel sad to see how people holding higher educational degrees and claiming intellectual insight seem totally unaware of this . if wasn't the case world must have a brighter place .
Nature is open book that points out everything we need to learn about how to live and how to make this planet a comfortable for co existents .i see how abundance of things and loads of worldly things can't make people happy because it's not way of nature .our true peace of mind is lap of our true loving mother Nature !
and peace we make with everything existing within her lap !
sorry for the heat ,i never imagined that Canada can have such heat
weather is getting bothering more and more each day and no one looks ready to pay attention
loads of love and heartfelt prayers!!!
Very good post thank you
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen a phonebooth in years around here. Loved all the pictures and quotes.
ReplyDeleteThose small things we do and say most times really add up to being the big things. That phone booth is pretty much a thing of the past now. :)
ReplyDeleteLíbí se mi ty vaše telefonní budky. U nás postupně zmizely, z televize vím, že v celé republice zůstala jediná, má ji knihovna, takže je v provozu, když má výpůjční dobu.
ReplyDeleteVlna veder u nás pominula, ale jsou hlášeny další. Holuba je mi líto, ptáci někam vletí a pak nemohou najít cestu ven!
Přeji Ti, Lindo, klidné a spokojené dny! ☺
Non disturbate le formiche perchè anche loro, nel loro piccolo, si arrabbiano. 😊
ReplyDeleteCiao cara Linda, un abbraccio enrico
Hello Linda
ReplyDeleteTwo lovely music videos on your post and a wonderful collection of quotes and memes.
Sending good wishes to you.
All the best Jan
We're set for another heatwave, not looking forward to those sleepless nights. Aircon is rare here so there's little relief.
ReplyDeleteKind thoughts. As well as seeds I always put water out for the birds and amphibians in my garden when it's hot. Southern England is on its 3rd 30c plus heatwave of the year so I'm glad I live further north... so far anyway. At this rate we will all be living at the north or south pole.
ReplyDeleteThose are all goodies! WOW! Look, a phone booth!
ReplyDeleteAppreciating the little blessings is so important. I'm so glad you
ReplyDeletehave A/C because the temperatures are abnormally high esp. in your "side" of the country. I hope the doctors can find out what is wrong so that you obtain relief from upsetting symptoms.
I do appreciate little things, even though sometimes we tend to miss them or couldn't see it. Wow, you still have phone booth in your area. There are no payphones left where I lived. Except maybe in school, where students could use them.
ReplyDeleteLindas reflexiones. Te mando un beso y te deseo una buena semana.
ReplyDeleteGood reminder... Slow down... notice...
ReplyDeleteThe heat wave that we had (June 30-July 5) was insane! I think this was the first time we've had temperatures that feel like 48-49 Celsius with the humidity! It definitely made me appreciate having A/C! Thanks for the visit.
ReplyDeletemorning dear linda. it's slighly cloudy this morning here in gombak (my place). I'm still working from home-need to finish marking final exam papers. for today, i choose this quote: Your true home is in the here and the now! indeed!! take care dear linda
ReplyDeleteYes, little things to do mean a lot!
ReplyDeleteHello Linda. Thanks for sharing the pictures around Montreal. The pigeon! I love it. I love this quote...
ReplyDelete"Life humbles you. As you grow older, you stop chasing the big things and embrace the little things. Alone, time, enough sleep, healthy food, long walks and precious time with your loved ones. Simplicity becomes your lifestyle."
Have a super week.
Kindness, I wish more people could be kind to one another instead of being nasty and only thinking of themselves. .
ReplyDeleteIt amazes me how many animals walk into stores, big and small.
Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGood post my Linda...kiss Andreja!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, you are right about the colours used on the table and bench. Very nice combination. I didn't know what the words vague de paix written on the table means so I look it up online and it says "wave of peace" 👋🏻 ✌🏻🕊️
ReplyDeleteAnother lovely post. I loved the picture of the pigeon inside the metro station. Maybe it was tired of flying and wanted to catch a ride! :)
ReplyDeleteSo important: "No matter what the situation, remind yourself. "I have a choice." - Deepak Chopra"
ReplyDeleteThank you for all the quotes and photos.
Lately I've been studying the Taoist tradition of Eastern philosophy and I'm startled to see how consistent (and even identical) most of your suggestions are to its teachings. Good choices!
ReplyDeleteLife humbles you. As you grow older, you stop chasing the big things and embrace the little things. Alone, time, enough sleep, healthy food, long walks and precious time with your loved ones. Simplicity becomes your lifestyle.
ReplyDeleteThat says it all! Nice post, Linda and have a lovely day.
I love this quote - if you take care of small things, big ones will take of themselves. So true! ♥️
ReplyDeleteCats are the masterpieces of the universe 🐈⬛🐈🐾🐾
ReplyDeleteLove that picnic table 🦋🌻❤️
thank you for your always uplifting posts
ReplyDeleteGreat quotes and lovely photos as always!
ReplyDeleteBom dia, Linda
ReplyDeleteÓtima postagem! Uma vida simples é maravilhosa, e passar tempo com quem amamos é um verdadeiro presente de Deus. Vídeos engraçados e os animais são fofinhos demais. Um forte abraço.
Las pequeñas cosas y la sabiduria de los gatos... Todo un bello mundo para descubrir y disfrutar.
ReplyDeleteUn saludo, amiga
Dear Linda! Beautiful post, perfect quotes. A telephone booth is a rarity these days. Many greetings :)
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Hi Linda,
I see we have a lot in common. We have two cats at home. And I also like good quotes. I think kindness and gentleness are very much needed in the world.
Best,
Hello my dear Linda, Thank you!! I enjoyed your post. I do love seeing Montreal. Thank you for posting your photos.
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Carla
Thich Nhat Hanh has always been a favorite, so it's wonderful when I discover a new one of his quotes! Thanks for sharing them, Linda. Also, I can't believe I was able to read and understand the French quote! I can thank my high school French teacher for that!! Haha!! Have a lovely week my friend!
ReplyDeleteGreat reminders to slow down and appreciate the little things and all the nature around us. I love to walk in the woods and soak in all the sights and sounds. Have a lovely week!
ReplyDeleteAs altas temperaturas daí contrastam com o frio gélido do nosso inverno em curso.
ReplyDeleteQue tenhamos paciência, equilíbrio pra atravessarmos esses extremos climáticos.
This post was like being on vacation! Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda, for sharing so many beautiful and inspiring thoughts. I especially liked the reminder to slow down and appreciate the little things in life. Sometimes they bring us the greatest joy. Have a wonderful week! 😊
ReplyDeleteAs cabines telefônicas praticamente desapareceram.
ReplyDeleteNova Tirinha Publicada. 😼
Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.
Kiitos Linda viisaista ajatuksista, joita välitit meille lukijoillesi ja toisaalta hauskasta ja ilosta, jota myös saimme blogistasi.
ReplyDeleteMoin Dear Linda,
ReplyDeleteEntschleunigung ist das Wort, das ich mir merke und anwende, wenn es mal wieder an meine Grenzen geht. Katzen sind besondere Tiere und man kann von ihnen lernen... ich glaube, sie entschleunigen immer...
Hier ist die große Hitze Gott sei Dank vorbei und wir haben unsere erträglichen Temperaturen um +20° C wieder.
Ich wünsche Dir alles Gute und schicke liebe Drosselgartengrüße mit.
Traudi.
May you always remember that you are more than your answers –
ReplyDeletethat your doubts are sacred, and your silence full of meaning.
May you see the flower without explaining it,
and use the machine without becoming like it.
May you not be afraid of the screen,
but neither get lost in it –
may it rather be a mirror that points you back to your own depth.
And if technology ever makes you feel superfluous,
then remember: you are not measurable.
You were not made to always be better and faster.
You are present, unique, and irreplaceable –
not because you know everything,
but because you can choose to love,
even when it is illogical.
Then move forward peacefully –
not faster, but deeper.
And let your humanity
remain the greatest technology of all.
I've been keeping a water bottle with me at all times during this heat.
ReplyDeleteAlways interesting and wise quotes.
ReplyDeleteI especially liked the one you mention about kindness. It costs nothing to be kind, and our gestures can give hope and make someone's day much happier.
It's been a long time since I've seen a phone booth.
The picnic table is indeed beautiful, both the color and the artistic designs.
Excellent video and music choices. I haven't heard these beautiful songs in a long time.
Hugs and all the best
Thanks for the great post. But this is my favorite this time. The smallest feline is a masterpiece. - Leonardo da Vinci
ReplyDeleteEach one is beautiful and a great reminder to find joy and to slow down to enjoy everything. So inspiring!
ReplyDeleteI always love stopping by here to see all the inspiring things you have posted. Such a good reminder today to slow down and to enjoy.
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