Sweet Expressions (Haiku Series #360)

Meant to Be

Wishing to dine out

Reservations all filled up—

Home’s dinner for two

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Still in Pajamas

Morning’s coffee spot

No longer waiting in line—

Brewing cup at home

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Journey for Two

Gift-wrapped retirement

Immersed in new adventures—

Life’s blessed pairing

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From My Journal (1/13)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The smallest of details at the beginning of each day sometimes make the biggest impact on one’s outlook for the rest of the day.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated January 13)

Henry Ward Beecher Quotes

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The first hour of the morning is the rudder of the day.

The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy.

Henry Ward Beecher (1813-1887) was an American pastor and abolitionist.

From My Journal (1/12)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Sometimes it takes some effort and perseverance to scale the weekly peak of another Hump Day.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated January 12)

F. Scott Fitzgerald Quotes

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I never blame failure–there are too many complicated situations in life–but I am absolutely merciless toward lack of effort.

Show me a hero and I will write you a tragedy.

F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) was an American novelist and short story writer.  Much of his best writing occurred during the Jazz Age, with THE GREAT GATSBY being recognized as his best work.

From My Journal (1/11)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When we encourage one another, our testament lights the journey ahead just as a lighthouse protects ships from a rocky shoreline.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated January 11)

From My Journal (1/10)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Where would one’s life journey end up without dreams?

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated January 10)

Delaware Quotes

Courtesy of Pinterest.

Mary Ann Shadd Cary (1823-1893) journalist, teacher (born in Wilmington)

Self-reliance is the Fine Road to Independence.

Howard Pyle (1853-1911) illustrator, author (born in Wilmington)

Throw your heart into the picture and then jump in after it.

Annie Jump Cannon (1863-1941) astronomer (born in Dover)

Curiosity is the compass that guides us to new discoveries.

Left to right:  Mary Ann Shadd Cary, Howard Pyle, Annie Jump Cannon.  (All images courtesy of Pinterest)

From My Journal (1/9)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

God’s infinite vision embraces the smallest of details.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated January 9)

Night’s Lasting Charm

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Night’s gentle peace

Moonlight’s silhouette

Dreams dancing step by step

Playing harmony’s cornet

 

Night’s final act

Cloudless sky above

Memories at full tide

Editing script, filled with love

 

Night’s breathless tone

Voices gather round

Echoes escaping past

Transforming passion abounds

 

Night’s flaming light

Home’s welcome fireplace

Bright warmth breathes eternal

Kindling spirits to embrace

 

Night’s lasting charm

Upgrades at sunrise

Contentment rewritten

Savoring morning’s franchise

 

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