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Visual Escapes and Daily Inspirations: Share Yours

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Mar 16, 2020

Let's create a space to offer a daily reprieve.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of uncertainty and fear into our lives. Some of that fear and uncertainty can be caused by over thinking what is going on or unnecessarily worrying. So, I'm making sure I wash my hands frequently, not touching my face, staying away from social gatherings and all of the recommended guidelines to help avoid getting or spreading COVID-19 but it can be a little boring. I try to not watch news all day long while I'm in this self imposed captivity. I like to take pictures of birds and other creatures from my window as a welcome break.

I invite you to join me in sharing pictures, favorite poems, sayings, mottos, funny moments. Let's take a daily break together.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @colleenyoung "@johnbishop, I need a bird picture, please." + (show)
@colleenyoung

@johnbishop, I need a bird picture, please.

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Your wish is my command @colleenyoung -- Happy Wednesday! even if I my friendly Old School House Cafe is closed for my scheduled lunch date 🙂
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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 18, 2020

BEautiful John. I've never seen a bunting up close- or far away for that matter!

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @iamkaren "I color every day to relax." + (show)
@iamkaren

I color every day to relax.

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WOW
- Gorgeous colors

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iamkaren | @iamkaren | Mar 18, 2020
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@merpreb

WOW
- Gorgeous colors

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Thank you! Coloring is wonderful therapy, especially today.

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @johnbishop "I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live..." + (show)
@johnbishop

I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live on the side of a small hill. The other side of the hill is a flat area next to a small river. Had I not been observant I possibly could have driven over the small guy. Can you guess what kind? My guess is a baby snapping turtle. Even though we had a ton of rain around the time I took the photo, I have no idea how that baby turtle got over the hill and down to my driveway. I carefully picked the little guy up and walked him back over the hill down by the river then set him free.

How about you, anything you would like to share? I need some cheer, otherwise it's back to the boob tube to find a good comedy.

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Hi @johnbishop I’m going to ask my nephew about your turtle, but keep you and others anonymous! He’s a turtle expert at the Turtle Conservancy. Becky

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @johnbishop "I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live..." + (show)
@johnbishop

I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live on the side of a small hill. The other side of the hill is a flat area next to a small river. Had I not been observant I possibly could have driven over the small guy. Can you guess what kind? My guess is a baby snapping turtle. Even though we had a ton of rain around the time I took the photo, I have no idea how that baby turtle got over the hill and down to my driveway. I carefully picked the little guy up and walked him back over the hill down by the river then set him free.

How about you, anything you would like to share? I need some cheer, otherwise it's back to the boob tube to find a good comedy.

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@johnbishop I’m not great at taking animal photos! So, here is a photo of my grandchildren “at school.” They are intently listening to the teacher. They live in the mountain communities/ski resort area so school is closed. And I can’t go see them! 😢
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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Mar 18, 2020

Becky @becsbuddy that is a great photo! I’ll bet your grandkids know how to use FaceTime or use a video chat program. Then you could give them virtual kisses.

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Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @johnbishop "I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live..." + (show)
@johnbishop

I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live on the side of a small hill. The other side of the hill is a flat area next to a small river. Had I not been observant I possibly could have driven over the small guy. Can you guess what kind? My guess is a baby snapping turtle. Even though we had a ton of rain around the time I took the photo, I have no idea how that baby turtle got over the hill and down to my driveway. I carefully picked the little guy up and walked him back over the hill down by the river then set him free.

How about you, anything you would like to share? I need some cheer, otherwise it's back to the boob tube to find a good comedy.

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@johnbishop It is a baby! Hatchling common snapping turtle. Chelydra serpentine

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @becsbuddy "@johnbishop It is a baby! Hatchling common snapping turtle. Chelydra serpentine" + (show)
@becsbuddy

@johnbishop It is a baby! Hatchling common snapping turtle. Chelydra serpentine

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Thanks Becky! @becsbuddy

I’m wondering if a small bird bit off more than it could carry and it fell from the air.

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