“But once in a while, you pick the right thing, the exact best thing. Every day, the moment you open your eyes and pull off your blankets, that’s what you hope for. The sunshine on your face, warm enough to make your heart sing.” ― Sarah Ockler, Bittersweet. The Photo is of my daughter, Emily May Wilson, …
Emily May Wilson
Vulnerability
“When your heart feels heavy like a ball of lead, and the walls start to build themselves up around you once more. You can’t help but think of how this even came to be. The one you love didn’t love you back; you’re vulnerable once again. You promised yourself it would never happen again. And …
My Daughter’s Heart Surgery: Her Story, Fight, And being A Mother
True personal account of my youngest daughter’s endocarditis and massive heart surgery. The fight she went through, our faith throughout and the wonderful teenager she is today. By Amanda Ricks via surprisinglives.net
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Lines Of An Artist: Toronto Exhibition by Yayoi Kusama
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 …
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Science Says That Creativity Enhances Life
A while ago I wrote and published one of my Original Image Quotes about how creativity feeds the soul. I’ve known this but mostly failed to acknowledge and incorporate it into my life. https://surprisinglives.net/2018/01/07/creativity-nurtures-the-soul/ But my renewed awareness of this life enhancement came from a friend last year. In an email she said; “I’ve realised that the …
“A Cat’s Purr Is Worth A Thousand Smiles.”
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 …
? Of This World
An eerie bluish light surrounded my daughter in this photography post for, Out Of This World.
Sometimes, When Life Gets Rough, You Need To Get Mad And Fight
Sometimes, or perhaps I should say when it really matters, when the result is of particular importance, you just need to get mad and fight. Yes, of course, we should keep our faith, stay focused and be positive. But what seems to get the winning results is getting our hands cut and dirty by throwing …
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Camp Oki: An Amazing Place for Special Kids
Camp Oki is a unique camp in Muskoka Canada for kids with congenital heart defects. It is run by volunteer staff from the Hospital of Sick Kids in Toronto, Ontario. Full funding is supplied through various organizations although mainly the Labatt Family Heart Centre. By Amanda Ricks @surprisinglives.net