Leopard, Pittsburgh Zoo, October, 2017
Soft Spots.
Things I have a soft spot for….
The words “I love you” – especially from my sons.
Outstretched arms – especially from my granddaughter.
Belly laughs – especially from hubby.
The smell of lilacs and popcorn and cinnamon.
Misty mornings.
The blue sky of Autumn.
Vintage pearls.
Antique library card catalog cabinets.
Sourdough bread.
Random texts.
Handwritten notes.
Doggie greetings every time I return home.
The way my daughter-in-laws look at their husbands.
Hugs from friends.
Smiles from strangers.
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
the creative life in between 
yes, to all of that. beautiful things –
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Jodi, When I read your post today….It make me think of Julie Andrews singing in the “Sound of Music”….Forgot the all the words, but in that songs near the end she sings….these are just some of my favorite things. Very nice post and the soft spots you mention are so perfect. If you asked me to list what I thought were your most cherished moments or most precious things, I think that based on what I know about you just from our blog interplay…I think I would have selected for you about 80 % of these. They complement your wonderful personality. Luv Gary
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I know the song you are referring to!! 🙂 Wow – I guess I’m a bit of an open book – eh?! LOL!
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Love the way you’ve related the leopard photo to your “Soft Spots” post! Clever you!
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Ferocious soft spots! Love this post!
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🙂 Thanks Pam!
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Perfect for today, Jodi! Thanks for lifting my spirits!
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You’re welcome Jane! Thank YOU!
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Those are wonderful things to have a soft spot for!!
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thanks PJ! 🙂
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Lovely list Jodi. Handwritten notes and vintage pearls….
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swooon -eh?
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Oh these are lovely soft spots!
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Very heartfelt post, Jodi! ❤️ Enjoyed reading what brings you JOY! 🌈💕 Cheers friend! 😘
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Such a deligbtful list! ❤
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Thanks C!!
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I hope you get to enjoy each one this weekend Jodi! ♥️
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I love the way you capture a thought or a feeling. Not just for this poem, but for all your work! Well done and so appreciated.
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Our soft spots prevent the hard edges of life from piercing our souls. Benjamin’s “I love you Gem” and kissing the “ouchies”, then saying “it’s all better now” are among my best soft spots. Spectacular post by one talented Lady. Thank-you!
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aww! so true about the soft spots preventing the hard edges from piercing our souls! You are very poetic Ellen! love it!
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I would like to believe that I have moments of profundity. Poetic, my friend, is undeserved and appreciated. Thank-you for the compliment!
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love that word “profundity!” Yes – it suits you well!!!!! ❤
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I love this..acknowledging all the soft spots!😉💕
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I’m sure there are lots more – but these were the ones that immediately came to mind this time 🙂
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HUH! We like the same things! LOL
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awh! Nice!! 🙂
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How you tie these 2 item together so beautifully. Love this real connection to endearing moments in life. So revealing about you and your priorities, your creativity and skills.
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Aww. Thanks Dena! ☺️
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