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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@johnbishop

Nice photo!

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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

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

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@johnbishop

@zeiracorp, I have a Canon SX-50 HS which I bought specifically for the 200x optical zoom. I'm not really a photographer but I do enjoy taking photos from my window with the camera using the zoom. I didn't use the zoom much for this photo of my neighbor's cat having a face off with my cat. Funny story is that the cat outside is now one of mine as my neighbor's son was allergic to cats and they couldn't keep her and asked if I would take her.

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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.

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@maggie45

I have a 14 yr. old coon hound who several times a day leads me to the piano where he howls with great passion as I repeatedly play “You Are My Sweetheart, My Only Sweetheart..” And should I miss a key he patiently waits til I make the correction!! He is such a blessing- was my husband’s dog; my husband passed last year & I am so grateful for Brady’s company- he reads my every mood & is such a comfort especially when I am overtaken by sadness.

Maggie 45

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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.

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@bern1958

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

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

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@liz223

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.

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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!

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

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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.

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@nancyguy

Thank you, John, for the pics and your cheerful message. My cats rule my house. Had a pet racoon years ago (outside on deck). She first came for food around noon; I knew she wasn't rabid, because her eyes were fine. For several years,she would appear in springtime evenings with her babies, usually three or four. Such fun to see and feed them. Had a squirrel also, who ate bread from my hand. How wonderful is our animal kingdom! Good luck to you and everyone.
Nancy

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Ahh, what a picture you paint of your pet racoon returning for a visit with her babies each spring!

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