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 | Apr 23, 2020

Throwback Thursday photos -- My long time coffee buddy Jon T. who always chided me that his name was Jon spelled the right way passed away last year. While having coffee with him in his kitchen area and owl landed on his feeder in his backyard next to the window. It stayed for quite awhile and we both took pictures with our phones. The photo of the Robin was taken a few years ago with almost max zoom on my Canon SX50 HS camera. Hope all of you out there are having a good day!

Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Apr 23, 2020

@johnbishop Nice, John!

Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Apr 23, 2020

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My pop of color today! Enjoy the day everyone. The 🌞 is shining here which makes for a great start.

John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 23, 2020

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That red really pops out Rachel. Nice photo.

mayofeb2020 | @mayofeb2020 | Apr 23, 2020

My orchids. I have several orchids, sometimes they re bloom, sometimes they don't. The pink ones are a surprise to me. I don't feed them, if I remember, I'll water them. I have a friend who take meticulous care of her orchids and doesn't seem to get any better results. I think mine just feel sorry for me and decide to cheer me up.

Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Apr 23, 2020

From today's walk. Night blooming cereus. Each bloom opens around midnight & stays open for about 8-12 hours. This is a grace we have been granted for having to shelter in place for so long - normally we are gone home before these bloom.

John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 23, 2020

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@sueinmn -- Nice photo! Cacti hold a special place in my heart and my rump as a kid 🙂 from crashing my bike into one big patch of them while racing with a friend.

Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Apr 23, 2020

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@mayofeb2020 Your orchids are beautiful! I do love an orchid. I have artificial ones in my house because the real ones intimidate me. Haha! But, you've inspired me with yours and it'll be what it'll be theory. 👍