Janet Williams

Small treasure, right here in NC.

Thanks

It's gone up to 70f today and higher tomorrow. Tropical!

I am SO looking forward to breaking away from the workload and responsibilities. A whole day.

WAIT! What am I saying? It's a Whole Weekend. The pets won't know who I am! The neighbors! My friends!

Like oh, I know you! You - BLOOM?!

Wow

"The agency charged with managing one in every ten acres of land in the United States wants to fundamentally reshape how some of the most ecologically significant forests in the world are managed."

This will be devastating to the ecology. The public are given until March 23, '26 to comment:

Yes, a simple bouquet could add days to my life right now, I believe... Remember the monks! "Today is going to be my peaceful day...!"

This afternoon, after still feeling tired from the weekend, I realized my v-neck sweater was on backwards and my earrings were both in one ear. 😉

My heart lies HERE in this sentiment, but my short term schedule does not.

New 5-hour class tomorrow at 8am and 4 hours tomorrow at the polls from 4pm

Successful weekend in politics, for sure...BUT

I'd rather be saving wildlife right now, you know? As this fellow did. How sweet! TY for doing that!

Turtles would be my choice over frogs, tbh -- but hey, let's not be picky.

From PBS local channel WTTW in Chicago:

THIS

It's awesome.

Quote regarding speaking to the Other Side: "You're not listening. You're re-loading!" Who's guilty of this sometimes? ✋

Learn to listen, really, really listen.

For sure!

And how could I not love people who love Fluorite. I mean, come on, right? 😊😍

I'm feeling accomplished today. Totally in control. Verging on success this week. Happy!

So, of course, "purple Fluorite and Muscovite with Quartz".

Stands to reason.

Monumental. I'm definitely reinstating my Netflix subscription.

Thank you so very much!

😜

Beautiful. Well done.

Peace offering accepted.

Thank you!

And all this time I thought pockets were for keeping my hands warm outdoors and toting tissues and spare change.

Years ---- wasted.

Looks like I have serious work to do to catch up. Better get on it!

Oh my goodness. Look at these two. The SMILES! Never mind the matching pajamas.

😅

THIS, this...this!

This article demonstrates that we, as a people, are still very normal deep inside, just all riled up and enraged by a beehive of lies and deliberate manipulations.

I'm curious about Braver Angels and intend to join it. (Yes!)

Reconciliation CAN begin anytime. Why not now?

Ah! So this eye-catching photo has come up again.

Have I truly learned my lesson? Do I spend at least as much time in quiet, relaxed breathing and meditation as reading about today's impossibly horrible events?

Fate has said, "No. Keep trying!"

So back I go, to try again another day. 🙏💜

The lead Buddhist Monk's heartfelt speech on return to Texas is attached below. Theirs was not merely a gesture but a mission of deep personal import.

I am grateful for and inspired by this group's bravery, persistence, and sheer love for humanity.

Well done.

youtu.be/tmfniS33GXQ?...

Sorry, my laptop was on all night -- logged into 'everything'

But slept so, so well. Had no clue I was that tired out.

#Caturday

Does this rose have an OFF button, or is it on like this all the time?

Or is it just for Valentine's Day? 😊

🌹❤️🌹

My heart is ON, whether the sun shines or not!

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!

Contemplate for just one moment: The Random Rose

🌹 Does it offer a captivating perfume? Of course!

🌹 Are the petals soft, spongy and delicate? No doubt!

🌹 Can you wear it all day on your shoulder? Why not!?

There, then! Our very own MAGICAL Rose, to be called upon when needed.

Enjoy! 💐

UPDATE: The Buddhist monks are so very close to DC today -- so close to their goal with their March for Peace.

Very glad to hear they are apparently all happy and well.

I'll be sure to tune in to YouTube or some other (news?) platform to hear them speak tomorrow or Tuesday.

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

A little lost kitten wandered up to our back door and zoomed in the moment we opened it.

We're going to post images around the neighborhood today in hopes of finding her family.

Poor little girl. She's the sweetest thing ever...!

Thanks for posting YOUR cutie, @hookin4good.bsky.social

It's a beautiful morning! A light wind blows through the trees. The ice and snow are nearly all melted.

Maybe a nice, long walk today outdoors? It's a lovely day for it. Expected high of 34F today! Wow!

A little "recovery" today, courtesy Mother Nature.

🙏😜🌞💜

Thank you for your patience! 💜 💜 💜

If only that were true. Trump's antics are a smokescreen for the radical right's Project 2025 takeover.

Ya' gotta destroy to rebuild. All part of their plan.

Thinking of Spring? Well, maybe not QUITE yet.

My head and heart may be in the right place, even if my doorstep and driveway (now covered in ice and snow) are not.

Likely to thaw soon, I imagine. Stay tuned! 🤍

What a pleasant surprise today, this photo, these colors, given the bleak, 22F degrees and grays just about everywhere I look today: clouds, streets, landscapes...people.

Thank you, @writerpaula!

"The sun lights the world with a single flame."

TOMORROW, they say, will be a truly gorgeous day. Looking forward to it! 🙏

Work.

It isn't boring or lacking in beauty. It's just repetitive and lacks color...

Work.

It isn't boring or lacking in beauty. It's just repetitive and lacks color...

Work.

It isn't boring or lacking in beauty. It's just repetitive and lacks color...

Work...

Thanks lauren. Lovely flower😊

Went to see Buddhist monks during their 2300 mile Walk for Peace.

One monk was injured early on in a traffic accident - lost a leg. Their small dog has had surgery during the walk. Someone has gifted them shoes for those who wear them.

A few regular folk are walking with them.

For Peace 💜✔️💜✔️💜

It's part of the Project 2025 plan.