This is a view from one of the windows in my indoor office. Most of the buds haven’t yet opened and they give me something else to look forward to. Some are close enough to touch while seated at my desk. The roses were selected and planted by my Beloved many years ago and they bring pleasure to me to this day.
With Love,
Russ
Warm sunlight and a cool breeze were an irresistibly intoxicating cocktail that led me to work in my outdoor office today. When the markets closed, I looked up to see sunlight filtering through large leaves only eight feet from me. I smiled as I experience how the lighter and darker greens seem to dance gracefully in harmony.
With Love,
Russ
Dew drops cradled in new growth of one of the redwood trees in our small redwood grove.
With Love,
Russ
Our son Ben, his son Thomas, and I all enjoyed experiencing a San Jose Barracuda playoff game yesterday. We had great seats as you can see by how close we were to the players. San Jose hockey fans are fortunate to have both an NHL franchise (Sharks) and their feeder (AHL?) team franchise (Barracuda) in our city.
With Love,
Russ
I love the images from the photo and the text and how they come together to inspire many pleasant memories.
With Love,
Russ
There are mornings when the dog is smushed between us.
The sun breaks through the blinds with rays that warm our blanket tangled bodies.
Silent breathy snores, and the low mumble of a fan.
Picture perfect in my eyes.
Simplistic in others.
Too me?
This is the life.
~ Wandering Girl, “No one can take this from me”
Photo: via Newton
It was only as an adult that I was introduced to the work of Shel Silverstein, but better late than never. I especially love this quote.
With Love,
Russ
…they are bright and beautiful blessings. This is another scene from my outdoor office. The lemons remind me that setbacks can be tart and bitter, but when combined with self-reflection and gratitude can become an exquisite nectar of growth, wisdom, and experience.
With Love,
Russ
Here’s another friend in my outdoor office He reminds me to relax, enjoy life, lighten up, and not take anything including (and perhaps especially) myself, so seriously. I’m doggone glad to have him around.
With Love,
Russ
Clever idea! Yoga and massage at the same time. This takes kidding around to a whole new level.
With Love,
Russ
Wisdom, truth, love, and beauty in a single post. May every day of your lives be full of such blessings.
With Love,
Russ
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