A Smattering of Summer and ....just Ralphy

fly away...but be sure to come back my friend

So Sophisticated

Hidden Home

...just Abbey

Yes, Ralphy has a new friend and her name is Abbey. I think she is not much more than 3 months old, but I could be wrong, She is a puppy. Abbey came to visit us today, and Ralphy and her did quite a bit of running around. It is good for the both of them...exercise and great social interaction. Dogs need to be around dogs. She is adorable and loaded with energy. Hope you like her. By the way, I am not sure I spelled her name correctly. She won't mind. 

Flowers of July

Rose of Sharon and Butterfly Bush

Me and My Shadow

Red Admiral Butterfly on a Butterfly Bush

Summer Pink

rOsE of SHarON

Humid Summer with Lots of Colors

...just Me...again

Light in the Darkness

Sun and Rain

piNk tHinK

In Serious Thought

nEW MoRninG BLoomS

...moments in time

The one certainty of our lives, is the unpredictable aspect.  Our obsession with planning ahead is I suppose admirable or maybe even normal, but so many unplanned events pop up and expose our vulnerabilities.  Of course you can live for the moment...often times not a good idea.  Is there an alternative?  Maybe we should plan ahead in case we are able to manage the speed bumps of life, but maybe we should also relish the moments we live in as if they were our last.  Look around and accept the gifts life bestows upon us.  The natural universe is very generous and displays moments of beauty everyday to the senses.  Our eyes should be wide open and our minds must be willing to accept what is given to us.  I will admit, this is much easier said than done, but is worth the effort.  Most of all, love your life and those you share it with.  Peace.

...jimmy g

...a little bit of everything this summer day

...just my best friend ever

July Warmth

home sweet home

Caught in Flight

Different Perspective