Embracing the seasons of change is a better solution than complaining about them 😉. Each season offers its own beautiful delights waiting to be discovered.
Your beautiful little poem says it all: awareness of the changing seasons brings joy to our hearts, instead of sadness over the temporary gloom of snow and ice..
It is what I love about changing seasons, that knowledge that nothing is permanent, that nature will continue to chime like a well-wound clock and that there is purpose to it all …. and when it is freezing that it will warm up and the streams will babble and sing once more. Such a love picture, such a lovely post.
Oh Goodness! No worries! We are all so busy and WP does that sometimes… I do not believe you are in my feed either. I will have to click and see. Hope you are well.
Thanks Jodi, all is well and very wet in Las Vegas today, major storm moving g through from the Pacific. I’m dealing with high BP and other stuff but am surviving! Life is good!
Hi! It’s basically under control Jodi but not by much. My GP had had to increase the types and strengths of the meds. It’s a chronic problem. I check it at home here a few times per day. My being overweight a bit sure can’t help. Just can’t drop the weight.
I can somehow already picture how you will paint it Sharon, so I am anxious to see. And I look forward to trying it too. A bit busy this week, but hopefully soon.
With all the ups and downs of everyday life it’s good to know that some things in life are constant and totally reliable – the sun will rise tomorrow, spring will come…. and, yes, it does fill me with hope, it is comforting. Lovely post Jodi!
Beautiful photo and thoughts, as always! “WE” are experiencing a season of change at my house too! Upon Benjamin’s return from preschool today, as usual, I inquired how his day went. He said it was good but “I’m don’t need school now” and of course I asked why. “Well Gem, I know the alphabet and numbers. I know shapes and colors. I use my crayons and markers on paper, not on walls. I can use scissors and sometimes I color in the lines. I have lots of books too.” I asked if he would miss recess, “What is recess Gem?” Well that’s when you play with the boys and girls in the classroom or on the playground, won’t you miss that? asked a hopeful Gem. “I could just go for recess, okay?” But Benjamin, I persisted, don’t you want to learn more than you know right now? “Yes Gem, I need a computer in my room!” The complete edification of Gem by a 4 yr. old! I decided that this is Mommy and Daddy territory. Thank-you!
Your photo reminds me of the small creek that was in back of my grandma’s house. We sure had fun playing and fishing in it as kids. I do hope you paint it, Jodi!! 🎨👍💕
Jodi, I took a creek photo which so looks like this one, just maybe more trees in my photo! When I post it I will refer to you as my “twin” fellow blogger! Seriously, wasn’t it roses that had me doing this once before?
Hugs to you for your positive thoughts in Spring renewing the stream in your back yard.
Absolutely comforting.
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Thanks Miriam
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Very nice Jodi. Let the water flow again…..Hope it continues to warm up a bit up there. Luv Gary
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indeed! It is warming up finally 🙂
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Beauty in both–the frozen and the thawed. We’re on our way to spring…(K)
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so true! indeedy!
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Beautiful! I love the whiteness but I’m looking forward for the change, for spring!
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in time…. 🙂
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Embracing the seasons of change is a better solution than complaining about them 😉. Each season offers its own beautiful delights waiting to be discovered.
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Right??!!! 🙂
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Your beautiful little poem says it all: awareness of the changing seasons brings joy to our hearts, instead of sadness over the temporary gloom of snow and ice..
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indeed – all in time.
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Yes, everything in it’s season, lovely reminder!
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indeed 🙂
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Nature shows us the cycle of life and is comforting. This is a beautiful post Jodi! Thoughts awakened!
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Thanks so much Lynn
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most welcome!
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It is what I love about changing seasons, that knowledge that nothing is permanent, that nature will continue to chime like a well-wound clock and that there is purpose to it all …. and when it is freezing that it will warm up and the streams will babble and sing once more. Such a love picture, such a lovely post.
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Thanks Fiona! Yes indeed!
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Hi Jodi, I’ve no idea how I stopped following you! Blame it on WP I guess? In any case, best wishes for 2018 Jodi! ❤️
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Oh Goodness! No worries! We are all so busy and WP does that sometimes… I do not believe you are in my feed either. I will have to click and see. Hope you are well.
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Thanks Jodi, all is well and very wet in Las Vegas today, major storm moving g through from the Pacific. I’m dealing with high BP and other stuff but am surviving! Life is good!
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Can’t get that BP under control with meds?
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Hi! It’s basically under control Jodi but not by much. My GP had had to increase the types and strengths of the meds. It’s a chronic problem. I check it at home here a few times per day. My being overweight a bit sure can’t help. Just can’t drop the weight.
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Hope you can get it regulated!
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Doing the best it can right now, thanks Jodi!
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Do I see a painting coming as well? What a beautiful scene and comforting words.
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Boy – I would love to – I so struggle with landscapes though! you want to give it a try? 🙂
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I was thinking about it, it would be a challenge. I will try my had at painting this snowy scene and send you the results.
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I can somehow already picture how you will paint it Sharon, so I am anxious to see. And I look forward to trying it too. A bit busy this week, but hopefully soon.
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I painted this morning my perception. I’ll be posting shortly.
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Can’t wait to see!!
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Beautiful poem and photo! I am already looking forward to spring! 😀
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Spring is definitely one to look forward to 🙂
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Yes! Although, so far we haven’t had a bad winter. We have had temps in the 50’s and no snow (so far).
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With all the ups and downs of everyday life it’s good to know that some things in life are constant and totally reliable – the sun will rise tomorrow, spring will come…. and, yes, it does fill me with hope, it is comforting. Lovely post Jodi!
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Right?!!! Thanks Evelyn!
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Yes it does give hope! Thank you my friend for the word of hope this morning!
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And knees heal in time too! 🙂 ❤
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Yes they do. 🙂 At least it should be healed by the Spring so I can go walk in the woods and by the river again. 🙂
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Beautiful photo and thoughts, as always! “WE” are experiencing a season of change at my house too! Upon Benjamin’s return from preschool today, as usual, I inquired how his day went. He said it was good but “I’m don’t need school now” and of course I asked why. “Well Gem, I know the alphabet and numbers. I know shapes and colors. I use my crayons and markers on paper, not on walls. I can use scissors and sometimes I color in the lines. I have lots of books too.” I asked if he would miss recess, “What is recess Gem?” Well that’s when you play with the boys and girls in the classroom or on the playground, won’t you miss that? asked a hopeful Gem. “I could just go for recess, okay?” But Benjamin, I persisted, don’t you want to learn more than you know right now? “Yes Gem, I need a computer in my room!” The complete edification of Gem by a 4 yr. old! I decided that this is Mommy and Daddy territory. Thank-you!
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Oh boy!!! That’s our Benjamin!!! Can’t wait to hear how mommy handles it. 👍😉❤️
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Your photo reminds me of the small creek that was in back of my grandma’s house. We sure had fun playing and fishing in it as kids. I do hope you paint it, Jodi!! 🎨👍💕
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awww – how sweet – My grandma had on in her backyard too, but this is my backyard – way back 🙂
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You always put the perfect optimistic outlook on things!
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I try 🙂
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Yes, it really does.
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Jodi, I took a creek photo which so looks like this one, just maybe more trees in my photo! When I post it I will refer to you as my “twin” fellow blogger! Seriously, wasn’t it roses that had me doing this once before?
Hugs to you for your positive thoughts in Spring renewing the stream in your back yard.
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Oh how fun – can’t wait to see!!!
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Change can be really comforting. Thanks for reminding us, Jodi! 💕
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Yes, knowing that life and our seasons are always changing does bring hope, especially when a bit of changes is needed!
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👍😉
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