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What's outside of your picture window today?

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Nov 25, 2020

As we get ready for the real winter to show up and COVID-19 still playing a major part in our lives I like to spend moments of my day de-stressing about what's going on in the world today. All I have to do is look out the window and observe some of natures beautiful creatures, how they interact and ponder how small it makes my troubles seem. Sometimes I may even get the opportunity to take a photo or two. How about you? Anything going on outside of your window(s) that you want to share?

For those members that have the ability to size your photos before you upload them to the discussion, may I suggest using the following sizes:
– 500 x 335 pixels (landscape)
– 210 x 210 pixels (square)

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Feb 9, 2022
In reply to @ess77 "@loribmt, I hope they bring some fun and smiles to folks feeling the cold and closeted..." + (show)
@ess77

@loribmt, I hope they bring some fun and smiles to folks feeling the cold and closeted inside due to the snow. I actually have several different feeders, bigger and better for my friend.s I'll take some pics soon with the new look, although we've just had several weeks of pretty cold temps... '30-'40s. Most of the flowers you see there are still blooming, kist not so pretty and full now. Give them a month and in March I'll send you so new and fuller pics. I had some of the birds, too, that I'll get to soon.

I think if I send myself an email from my phone with the gallery of pictures attached, then on laptop move the attachment to a new folder on laptop, I may have access to my pictures w/o any further thought???? I may have figured this issue out, or not. We'll see tomorrow.

Just saw a report on the news about Tony Robbins' new book about his serious skiing accident and possible loss os mobility, etc. He's done his research and found stem cells worked to cause his body to heal and he's fine now....I'm researching tomorrow the possible use of stem cell therapy for my son, dystonia. I think this might be possible????? Will find out tomorrow. I'm too tired and having sight issues now due to time on phone email. Please pray for this and that I'll find answers and get him the help that's available.

Glad to hear from you. Hope all is well...still in MN? soon to FL? Blessings, my friend. elizabeth

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These gorgeous photos are appreciated any time by everyone! Thank you for sharing with us. I am actually in Florida right now so I’m being treated to flowers and palm trees while my friends and family back home are freezing their nubbins off. ☺️. I don’t feel guilty at all. Haha

Regarding stem cell therapy for injuries and other applications; There is quite a lot of research being done in regenerative medicine using stem cells. And of course our friends at Mayo are leaders in this area.
https://www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-regenerative-medicine/patient-care/regenerative-medicine-therapeutic-suites
I hope and pray right along with you, Elizabeth that there is something that can be done to help your son regain his life. Sending you a big hug. 😘

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nazleer | @nazleer | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @johnbishop "Select the Add Photo/Files Select the Upload files box Select the Photo library option Select your..." + (show)
@johnbishop

Select the Add Photo/Files
Select the Upload files box
Select the Photo library option
Select your photo
Then select the post comment or reply button

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Could you please say where to select these options above on the iphone?

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @ess77 "@johnbishop, @artist01, @sueinmn,@loribmt,@athenalee,@gingerw,@jakedduck1 and all...looks like you'll see: hydrangea, hibiscus, kitty, vanda orchid, bromilliad, shrimp plant,..." + (show)
@ess77

@johnbishop, @artist01, @sueinmn,@loribmt,@athenalee,@gingerw,@jakedduck1 and all...looks like you'll see: hydrangea, hibiscus, kitty, vanda orchid, bromilliad, shrimp plant, bottle brush plant, patio?? And several didn't make it.
You're catching up with me now...seeing some pretties from my life.
Birds coming tomorrow.
Blessings, friends all. Elizabeth

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Love the pictures Elizabeth - flowers are my favorites. Can't wait for the next rain & warm up to launch our spring bloom time here. It won't be quite as spectacular as in the past though, since we lost so much in the "big freeze" last year. We have new owners for our park, so I am waiting a year to see their landscape plans before I add to my yard.
Sue

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Chris, Volunteer Mentor | @auntieoakley | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @ess77 "@johnbishop, @artist01, @sueinmn,@loribmt,@athenalee,@gingerw,@jakedduck1 and all...looks like you'll see: hydrangea, hibiscus, kitty, vanda orchid, bromilliad, shrimp plant,..." + (show)
@ess77

@johnbishop, @artist01, @sueinmn,@loribmt,@athenalee,@gingerw,@jakedduck1 and all...looks like you'll see: hydrangea, hibiscus, kitty, vanda orchid, bromilliad, shrimp plant, bottle brush plant, patio?? And several didn't make it.
You're catching up with me now...seeing some pretties from my life.
Birds coming tomorrow.
Blessings, friends all. Elizabeth

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These are awesome photos! I love how vivid the colors are in the florals, they would make great cards.

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @sueinmn "Love the pictures Elizabeth - flowers are my favorites. Can't wait for the next rain &..." + (show)
@sueinmn

Love the pictures Elizabeth - flowers are my favorites. Can't wait for the next rain & warm up to launch our spring bloom time here. It won't be quite as spectacular as in the past though, since we lost so much in the "big freeze" last year. We have new owners for our park, so I am waiting a year to see their landscape plans before I add to my yard.
Sue

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@sueinmn, and all...Glad you like them. I do too. I'm pretty much at the point of cleaning and repaving the patio, adding a few plants along the inside of the fence after having a short wall installed. Then, I'll put pots and plant plants and relax and enjoy as long as I'm here.

Next week I have 4 window companies coming by to give quotes. Then, I'll contact paving co to do the patio. I enjoy puttering with the plants and feeders, an occasional cup of coffee or tea in the morning, maybe iced tea in the afternoon. No entertaining at all, it's just me and the birds. Don't need anything like heaters or fans or whatever...just my flowers and birds. Simple and easy and not too costly.

First, to the bank for a loan. I am feeling better almost daily, so maybe I'll be able to get these things finished. The week after next is the plumber. Then, clear out storage.

I pray to keep the energy level and improve so I can actually get these important projects completed...after 20 years!

Was ckg the feeders earlier...a new and quite large yellow-green tanager was sitting all alone on the fence, looking it all over. Several doves were in the grass outside the fence. They're probably congregated now feasting and enjoying life. I do love it.
Blessings to all. elizabeth

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athenalee | @athenalee | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @artist01 "@jakedduck1 Hi Jake! and @athenalee . Yes, Jake, I still live in B.C. However, life has..." + (show)
@artist01

@jakedduck1 Hi Jake! and @athenalee . Yes, Jake, I still live in B.C. However, life has been hectic lately. I was moved from Campbell River Assisted Living facility to Long Term Care facility in Victoria, both on Vancouver Island, and very far from my family. After much determined trying, I won my case that Long Term Care was wrong for me. All staff and the doctor who interviewed me here agreed with me. It's been a nightmare here, but just this week, I was accepted BACK into an Assisted Living facility, near my family, in the Okanagan Valley, at Osoyoos, BC. It's a long story, but the final happy outcome is that my sons and their wives are making the long trip to move me on February 22nd. We're all elated!! P.S. @athenalee, Athena, I included you in on this message to further my too-short and vague message earlier today! My warmest wishes to both you and Jake, and all. Laurie

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The Okanagan Valley is beautiful. I’ve driven across the border around there. I went to Western Washington University in Bellingham as an undergrad. I’m so glad you stuck up for yourself and get to be more independent and near family! P.S. Laurie, see my other message too!

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athenalee | @athenalee | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @loribmt "These gorgeous photos are appreciated any time by everyone! Thank you for sharing with us. I..." + (show)
@loribmt

These gorgeous photos are appreciated any time by everyone! Thank you for sharing with us. I am actually in Florida right now so I’m being treated to flowers and palm trees while my friends and family back home are freezing their nubbins off. ☺️. I don’t feel guilty at all. Haha

Regarding stem cell therapy for injuries and other applications; There is quite a lot of research being done in regenerative medicine using stem cells. And of course our friends at Mayo are leaders in this area.
https://www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-regenerative-medicine/patient-care/regenerative-medicine-therapeutic-suites
I hope and pray right along with you, Elizabeth that there is something that can be done to help your son regain his life. Sending you a big hug. 😘

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Oh nice, Lori. Rub it in…some of us are still freezing 🥶 our “nubbins” off! Although, it’s amazing how warm 30 feels after being in single digits or below for more than a month!

Yes, I do believe that stem cells hold a lot of hope for the future healing of many diseases.

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athenalee | @athenalee | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @ess77 "@loribmt, I hope they bring some fun and smiles to folks feeling the cold and closeted..." + (show)
@ess77

@loribmt, I hope they bring some fun and smiles to folks feeling the cold and closeted inside due to the snow. I actually have several different feeders, bigger and better for my friend.s I'll take some pics soon with the new look, although we've just had several weeks of pretty cold temps... '30-'40s. Most of the flowers you see there are still blooming, kist not so pretty and full now. Give them a month and in March I'll send you so new and fuller pics. I had some of the birds, too, that I'll get to soon.

I think if I send myself an email from my phone with the gallery of pictures attached, then on laptop move the attachment to a new folder on laptop, I may have access to my pictures w/o any further thought???? I may have figured this issue out, or not. We'll see tomorrow.

Just saw a report on the news about Tony Robbins' new book about his serious skiing accident and possible loss os mobility, etc. He's done his research and found stem cells worked to cause his body to heal and he's fine now....I'm researching tomorrow the possible use of stem cell therapy for my son, dystonia. I think this might be possible????? Will find out tomorrow. I'm too tired and having sight issues now due to time on phone email. Please pray for this and that I'll find answers and get him the help that's available.

Glad to hear from you. Hope all is well...still in MN? soon to FL? Blessings, my friend. elizabeth

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Sending my best positive thoughts for you and your son, Elizabeth.

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athenalee | @athenalee | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @ess77 "@johnbishop, @artist01, @sueinmn,@loribmt,@athenalee,@gingerw,@jakedduck1 and all...looks like you'll see: hydrangea, hibiscus, kitty, vanda orchid, bromilliad, shrimp plant,..." + (show)
@ess77

@johnbishop, @artist01, @sueinmn,@loribmt,@athenalee,@gingerw,@jakedduck1 and all...looks like you'll see: hydrangea, hibiscus, kitty, vanda orchid, bromilliad, shrimp plant, bottle brush plant, patio?? And several didn't make it.
You're catching up with me now...seeing some pretties from my life.
Birds coming tomorrow.
Blessings, friends all. Elizabeth

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Nice! I’d post mine, but everything is covered in snow. Except the rhododendron…and, he’s just sad and shivering.

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artist01 | @artist01 | Feb 10, 2022
In reply to @athenalee "The Okanagan Valley is beautiful. I’ve driven across the border around there. I went to Western..." + (show)
@athenalee

The Okanagan Valley is beautiful. I’ve driven across the border around there. I went to Western Washington University in Bellingham as an undergrad. I’m so glad you stuck up for yourself and get to be more independent and near family! P.S. Laurie, see my other message too!

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@athenalee Hi Athena. I have American relatives in Bellingham, who often come up to Canada to visit me. Not during the Pandemic, of course, but hopefully soon once more.

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