Metamorphosis... common for insects, it also allows us to shed what no longer serves us to become who we truly are... Most insects undergo several types of metamorphosis as they evolve through the stages of growth to reach adulthood. I've always marvelled at every type of metamorphosis, from simple (the insect simply sheds its outgrown skins as it grows larger and larger - such as beetles) to complete (the insect completely changes forms throughout its growth stage - such as … [Read more...]
♥ MIRACLE OF THE DAY ♥
July 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Moths, although less conspicuous than their diurnal cousins, display intricate patterns, colours, shapes and humming flutters in the night... When the sun sets and the butterflies rest, moths take over their role as pollinators. They don't receive as much attention as the colourful, more obvious butterflies, but they can rival them with their unique charms. Many have wings that look like leaves and some wings are as large as a hand in wingspan. They also often look neutral in colour but … [Read more...]
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July 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Hidden opportunities to experience more of our world's glorious wonders... I was woken up at 5am this morning by a buzzing mosquito, which isn't the greatest way to wake up!... BUT... when I saw the time, I looked outside at the lake and the sunrise was beckoning me... Mist was billowing over the mirror surface of Royal Lake and the sun was radiant with fire colours... My entire family reunited from out of province to celebrate our mom's milestone birthday, and spending a few … [Read more...]
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July 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
In celebration of Canada Day... My natal country Canada is so vast and gloriously diverse with every ecosystem, weather and temperature possible!... Sending love and appreciation from the middle of the Pacific Ocean to Canada's inhabitants of all races and kingdoms - human, animal, plant, stone, water, etc... ♥ (this photo was taken from an island on Lake of the Woods near Kenora, Ontario) With love and wonder-filled spirit, … [Read more...]
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June 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The ever-changing sky... when we look up, we never know what we'll see... or experience!... I had an interesting experience a few days ago... I was waiting outside in a public place on the island of Hawai'i, and since my surroundings weren't very interesting, I gazed up at the sky above me. There were many puffy white clouds dancing in the bright blue sky, changing forms and merging and separating... Different birds flew across my field of vision... The sun's rays played with the … [Read more...]
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June 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Treasures are found in the most unexpected places... I love that no matter where we are, there are always treasures to be found... it's all a matter of how we view our world. Whether in beings, things or experiences, there's always something precious that can be discovered. This photo is of a lava stone on a beach at Kealakekua Bay. It sparkles with a crystal known as olivine (or peridot when it's considered gem quality). It's so amazing to see these green crystals in so much of the … [Read more...]
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June 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The endless possibilities for transformation of experiences, on all levels!... When I was on the island of Oahu back in 1999 for 2 weeks, I was introduced to a species of Plumeria in a flower lei, whose blossoms were mostly white with yellow accents. Its perfume was so strong, it overwhelmed me. After that experience I decided I didn't like Plumeria that much - I found it beautiful but from a distance (because I remembered that powerful scent). Fast forward to 2013 on the Big Island of … [Read more...]
Wishing you a glorious SOLSTICE!…
June 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The dancing cycles of Mother Earth... I wish you all a glorious * SOLSTICE * !... Summer officially begins for us in the northern hemisphere and Winter officially begins for those of you in the southern hemisphere!... It's either the longest or shortest day of the year depending on where you are, and the Solstice's official time is either today or tomorrow depending on your time zone... Here in Hawai'i it's this evening. May this Solstice be an empowering one for … [Read more...]
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June 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Food that nourishes all our senses and soul too!... I've always been a slow eater by nature... I love to savour my food... see its beauty, smell its aromas, feel its textures, taste its flavours, receive its energy... When we consider that everything is energy, we become more mindful of what nourishes our body... and every body is unique, therefore, what nourishes ours might not nourish another the same way. Just like one genre of music might sound blissful to one, yet awful to … [Read more...]
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June 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The diversity of flowers that exist continues to amaze me!... Flowers are such an infinite delight to our senses... their shapes, colours, scents, textures, sizes, petals, foliage,... They're such a blessing to have in our world, simply for the pleasures they offer us as they are, not to mention that they transform into all sorts of delectable edibles with a variety of uses... Regardless of the environments I've been in (forests, prairies, meadows, swamps, deserts, shores, temperate, … [Read more...]
