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“You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles through the desert, repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves. Tell me about despair, yours, and I will tell you mine. Meanwhile, the world goes on. … Read more
A Place in the World that’s mine? Although I’ve lived here, in Canada, for decades now it doesn’t feel like my place. England, where I was born, or Costa Rica, where I lived for awhile before coming to Canada, resonate more with who I feel I am. But certain songs help me remember and … Read more
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing the very talented photographer, Su Leslie, and her blog Zimmerbitch for about four years. Throughout those years Su has repeatedly impressed me with her stunning photographic posts. Su has also been a favourite guest author here on Surprising Lives, so I’m thrilled to offer a new compilation post of … Read more
“Yeah, I see you too!” Nature continuously amazes and impresses me but getting glimpses let alone shots of some of nature’s shyest creatures blows me away. So when I saw these beautifully natural, relaxed, and adorable fox photographs I was duly impressed. A morning yawn. Why are you watching me? “One second, what’s that?” … Read more
Toronto is currently featuring a stunningly beautiful exhibit from Yayoi Kusama at The Art Gallery Of Ontario. Her work and the displays are breathtaking and innovative leaving visitors with visions they could only imagine before. Ms. Kusama is also an outspoken and transparent artist willing offering explanations of what inspired her work. “Guided by … Read more
I find rain and especially rainstorms to be so peace inducing. Listening to the pitter patter or rush of rain on the windows brings a beautiful sense of calm, coziness, and tranquillity. But nothing beats the freshness and peace of being in a forest and nature while rain softly graces, drips, and glistens the green around … Read more
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein “All you need is one safe anchor to keep you grounded when the rest of your life spins out of control.” ― Katie Kacvinsky, Awaken “Some people try to tell you the things you … Read more
A Manhattan sunset captured from Queens across the East River. Part 2 in a New York trilogy called NYC Light. ~ Lars Sivars, Photographer This photo caught my eye for a couple of reasons. First, NYC is my fav city in the world. Yes, I think I like it even a bit better than London. But … Read more
“I saw a polar bear mother and her newborn cubs in Wapusk National Park, Canada in March 2016. The -35F degree windy weather became even more challenging after sleet coated my camera, lens, and other gear in a solid layer of ice. Luckily, after several days of waiting, the mother-cub finally emerged from her den … Read more
Those of you who know me, even the slightest bit, know I adore cats. Especially my baby, Lexi. In fact, I’m pretty sure I’m a prime candidate for becoming a cat lady in my senior years. Here, just for fun is a quote I posted on FB a while back. My daughters are also young cat … Read more