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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61valiant | @user_ch32491d1 | Mar 18, 2020

In reply to @johnbishop "Nice photo!" + (show)

Thank you, @johnbishop!

lioness | @lioness | Mar 19, 2020

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@johnbishop One time recently I saw a golden eagle beautiful site those feathers where half golden on his wings he was just soaring up in the blue sky

bern1958 | @bern1958 | Mar 19, 2020

In reply to @johnbishop "I'll get us started. Here's a picture I snapped in our driveway last Summer. I live..." + (show)

First pop of spring, village flower bed. Summerhill, County Meath, Ireland. I agree, connecting with nature will help us stay calm. Thank you.

liz223 | @liz223 | Mar 19, 2020

In reply to @johnbishop "@zeiracorp, I have a Canon SX-50 HS which I bought specifically for the 200x optical zoom...." + (show)

I like this photo. I only take snapshots with my phone, but I do take a number along the way. I am a widow and live with Wally my little Shizue (spelling?). We live in a retirement community. I create greeting cards and paint rocks for a hobby. 🙂 . Also make Fairy Lanterns.

fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Mar 19, 2020

In reply to @maggie45 "I have a 14 yr. old coon hound who several times a day leads me to..." + (show)

Maggie, I love your story of your wonderful howling hound! What a gift he must be as you grieve and what a joy to learn of his patience. Thank you for sharing.

fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Mar 19, 2020

In reply to @bern1958 "First pop of spring, village flower bed. Summerhill, County Meath, Ireland. I agree, connecting with nature..." + (show)

Beautiful!..and filled with such promise!! Thank you.

fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Mar 19, 2020

In reply to @liz223 "I like this photo. I only take snapshots with my phone, but I do take a..." + (show)

Obivious that Wally is the King of the Manse! What a cutie and still life is lovely. So many talented new friends in this connect group!

Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 19, 2020

@parus- Good morning. Would you like to share some of your drawings and paintings? You are very talented!

fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Mar 19, 2020

Zeiracorp, I'm just a very amateur photographer and haven't learned how to upload photos onto the computer. However, I'm finding pleasure in meandering through some of my nature photo albums recapturing the times and places and events that captured my fancy at those times. Whenever I'm in the midst of a particularly stressful event, I find listening to lovely music while focusing on a particularly favorite nature shot helps slow down my overactive thoughts. Suppose it is a form of meditation which is calming.