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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
A Mid Month Medley
Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all! Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to visit me here! I really appreciate you all so much!
Here are today's picks, which I hope will brighten your day!
In the animal kingdom, the rule is, eat or be eaten; in the human kingdom, define or be defined. - Thomas Szasz
AZ Quotes
People don't always need advice, sometimes all they really need is a hand to hold, an ear to listen and a heart to understand them.
These difficult days won't consume your whole existence. You have a lot of good life left to live.
The Latest Kate
Uncertainty is normal when you're trying something new.
The Latest Kate
We're all healing from something. Please be gentle with others. You never know if you're hitting a wound.
Karen Salmansohn
The reason life works at all is because not everyone in your tribe is nuts on the same day. :) - Anne Lamott
Tiny Buddha
Don't ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is the special occasion! - Mary Engelbreit
Sketches in Stillness
Plans to protect air and water, wilderness and wildlife are in fact plans to protect man.
Footloose Forever
You just have to live and life will give you pictures. - Henri Cartier-Bresson
Photography Axis
In nature I am reminded just how wonderful life really is!
Gratitude - Take nothing for granted. Even a rock will eventually surrender to the sea and love can slip away like sand through fingers. - Michael Faudet
Think Positive
Those who died yesterday had plans for this morning. And those who died this morning had plans for tonight.
Don't take life for granted.
In the blink of an eye, everything can change. So forgive often and love with all your heart. You never know when you may not have that chance again.
Tiny Buddha
Good morning. Another day, another blessing and another chance at life. Take nothing for granted and think of every breath as a gift.
Stay strong through life's storms...
Heather Stillufsen
People are like flowers. They only bloom when they're ready.
Patricia Toth Photography
You wing some, you lose some. :)
Reader's Digest
Every day I discover more and more beautiful things. It's enough to drive one mad. I have such a desire to do everything, my head is bursting with it. - Claude Monet
(Claude Monet is my favourite artist!) :)
Just like how butter melts on a hot pan, your heart will melt when your cute puppy takes a nap in your lap. :)
DogVills
Don't try to be what you're not. If you're nervous, be nervous. If you're shy, be shy. It's cute. - Adriana Lima
Bright Drops
In arena of human life the honors and rewards fall to those who show their good qualities in action. - Aristotle
Bright Drops
The following photo is my own, which I took with my cellphone. You can click on the image to see a larger view. These are two wallets that I purchased from Dollarama, they are just $2 each! They close with velcro. I don't like large wallets (or anything large if it is not necessary), so I am very happy with these! :)
Here are a few YouTube channel recommendations which I hope you will enjoy!
1. Sitting with Dogs
Rocky Kanaka is a very nice gentleman who regularly helps out at rescue shelters. He and his wife Kelly are a lovely couple who do their best to help animals. You will see Rocky going into the enclosure with dogs who are nervous, terrified or sad. He sits with them in an attempt to earn their trust and to make them feel comfortable, showing the dog that not all people are bad and/or to be feared. If you love dogs, you are going to love these videos!
This is a live video situated at Abbey Road Crossing in London, England. You can see what is happening here in real time.
3. Live Jelly Cam - Monterey Bay Aquarium
You can watch jellyfish swimming in real time. I find this to be beautiful and relaxing.
The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French), done in Europe! Yes, this group has been known to travel to different countries from here in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, to do their gags. Although most of these gags are done here in Montreal, this particular one was done in Europe. Enjoy! :)
Baby elephant's bubble bath will splash a smile on your face :) (Today)
Beaver sounds like human baby (GeoBeats Animals)
It don't come easy (Ringo Starr, 1971)
Everybody is a Star (Sly and the Family Stone)
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We're all healing from something. Please be gentle with others. You never know if you're hitting a wound. I really try and remember this each and every day.
morning greetings from kuala lumpur! today is a good weather here...yesterday evening, there was heavy rain, with thunderstorms and lightening too! anyway for today, i choose this quote: Don't ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is the special occasion! ... I'm travelling to amsterdam in 2 week's time for worktrip, so now counting the days...it will be my 1st time in amsterdam so i look forward to my trip... hoping to see tulips in netherlands too. in montreal, has spring started? loving to see all the colourful, blooming flowers in spring in four-season countries!
Great little wallets and wonderful wisdom and quotes that are so important for our lives! Thank you, and thank you for the links and videos!!! Have a wonderful April! hug Elke
Good morning dear Linda! That second quote is true more often than not. At least for me :) The video from Rocky Kanaka is sad and uplifting at the same time. Have a beautiful day ♥
Anne Lamott´s is my fav, dear friend Linda! Yes, and don´t tak life for granted... I like your wallets. And wee. I still remember the days of 56k-modems when internet was slow. No one imagined channels to watch "TV"! When I went shortly online, Ingo´s Grandma could not use the phone! Cute/fun videos - warm hugs and much love on the way
Bonjour Linda, Quel charmant Méli-mélo de mi-mois. J'apprécie toujours autant l'atmosphère paisible que tu parviens à créer ici, dans ton repaire relaxant. Bonne journée.
Aw, the baby elephant loves his bubble bath! Who doesn't :) The beaver is so cute! I loved the reason life works at all is we are not all bonkers in the same day :D And yes, life is the special occasion! Have a great weekend!
Dear Linda, today I'm choosing this quote of yours: "The reason life works at all is because not everyone in your tribe is nuts on the same day" It made me smile because some days I look around and wonder if it might actually be the other way round... But you're right, there's always someone sane nearby just when you're falling apart, and that's what saves us all. Thank you for reminding us of that with so much warmth. A big hug and wishing you a very special weekend. 🌸
..."Uncertainty is normal when you're trying something new." It sure is true for me, I often procrastinate and procrastinate before I can get going! Thanks Linda for this wonderful post.
That Anne Lamott quotation made me laugh! And I love to watch jellyfish swimming -- fascinating and kind of hypnotic -- so I will check out that YouTube channel, thanks!
De todas frases que nos dejas hoy me quedo con esas en que nos dices que estar vivo ya es algo especial y que cuidar a la naturaleza con todo que en ella encontramos es cuidarnos a nosotros los humanos.
Always adore reading your pearls of wisdom quotes. The baby elephant and baby beaver videos were adorable. They certainly made me smile friend. Take care and have a beautiful weekend. Hugs!
Such a lovely mix of thoughts and moments. These kinds of mid-month reflections always feel so warm and personal. It’s like a little pause to appreciate the simple things and enjoy a gentle reset.
Of course I love those tulips! Uncertainty is normal and a sign of prudence and caution--as long as it doesn't paralyze our actions. (in my humble opinion)
Boa tarde, minha querida amiga Linda. Meu estilo de música é outro. Gostei muito da segunda reflexão. "As pessoas nem sempre precisam de conselhos: aa vezes, tudo o que realmente precisam é de uma mão para segurar, um ouvido para escutar e um coração para compreendê-las". Uma excelente quinta-feira para você e seus parentes em Montreal. Grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro.
I agree with not putting off doing what you want to do, we have been very lucky to see all the places we have seen over the years and we may have spent a lot of money doing it but now that we are getting older we can't do as much and are glad we did them while we were younger :) It is amazing all the webcams they have now that you can watch different things. Hope you will have a good weekend!
Dear Linda, thank you for sharing about your two wallets. Look nice so they are good value for money. I don't carry cash so I don't need any wallet. Have a good weekend after having a fabulous Friday 💝
Querida Linda, Achei muito interessante as reflexões que você compartilhou, nos fazem pensar e refletir sobre a vida e o mundo ao nosso redor. Adorei a pegadinha do cachorro motorista, achei fofo. Um beijo!
Nice collection of thoughts and moments here. The quotes on gratitude and kindness stand out, and the animal clips and nature picks add a calm, uplifting feel. It feels like a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate the everyday things.
I always learn something when I visit here. I love the quotes that you find and the pictures of animals, etc. And the videos are always so special. I Love Ringo Starr too!! I was a big Beatles fan when I was a teenager and they were brand new...before they got too "weird. Thank you for this delightful post.
You have shared so many interesting links here I am going to have to come back when I have more time to check them out. My favorite quote is the one about not taking life for granted, and I love the picture/painting(?) that is the backdrop for the Monet quote. Thanks for sharing.
Oh great quotes "These difficult days won't consume your whole existence. You have a lot of good life left to live." That was a timely one and also good to read that not everyone is nuts at the same time I also loved these little wallets Linda and only $2 That's not bad❤️
Your medley creates such a gentle rhythm of reflection, and I love how you weave together wisdom, humor, and small reminders that steady the spirit, especially the way the nature notes and animal moments soften the heavier thoughts and make the whole post feel like a deep breath; your photo of the little wallets adds a charming personal touch, and the YouTube suggestions round everything out with warmth and curiosity, making this collection feel like a bright pause in the day.
Great post Linda. I think it's better if we were all nuts every day, everyone would be much happier. Thanks for the visit to mine too. I need to go now and do some more gardening Lol! x
The quotes are very true, especially those concerning life, living in a retirement home, you see how quickly life can be over. I always remember a very cheerful resident who went with us into a restaurant, assisted at the activities, had her supper went to bed and was found dead in the morning ! Isn't that a nice dead ? She was nearly 90 ! I love the elephant video !
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Don't take life for granted ~ wise words for all of us!
ReplyDeleteVery wise quotes to ponder on a Thursday morning! I love the one about not taking life for granted. Oh, those wallets are cute! I liek them small too.
ReplyDeleteLindos videos. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteYou've shared lots of good again today! I love the one about not taking life for granted and nature showing us how much we have to be thankful for!
ReplyDeleteWe're all healing from something. Please be gentle with others. You never know if you're hitting a wound. I really try and remember this each and every day.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
The wallets look more expensive than they probably were. My favorite is the one about being yourself.
ReplyDeletemorning greetings from kuala lumpur! today is a good weather here...yesterday evening, there was heavy rain, with thunderstorms and lightening too! anyway for today, i choose this quote:
ReplyDeleteDon't ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is the special occasion! ... I'm travelling to amsterdam in 2 week's time for worktrip, so now counting the days...it will be my 1st time in amsterdam so i look forward to my trip... hoping to see tulips in netherlands too. in montreal, has spring started? loving to see all the colourful, blooming flowers in spring in four-season countries!
The prank was quite good.
ReplyDeleteThe beaver reminds me of trying to raise a baby wombat in Australia.
Love hearing Ringo after so many years.
You always find the best wisdom to share with us. There is always at least one (usually more) that I take to heart! Happy hump day!
ReplyDeleteYou scored some nice wallets.
ReplyDeleteStay strong during life's storms.
ReplyDeleteI love this - We're all healing from something. Please be gentle with others. You never know if you're hitting a wound.
ReplyDeleteSome more great quotes. There is always something to be thankful for!! :)
ReplyDeletesaya sangat setuju dengan qoute...hidup adalah istimewa. Perjalanan hidup kita tidak akan sama dengan orang lain.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda! Great quotes. Have a good rest of your week.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Mary Englebreit about not keeping things just for special occasions. Every day is special and I remind myself of that often.
ReplyDeleteGreat little wallets and wonderful wisdom and quotes that are so important for our lives! Thank you, and thank you for the links and videos!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful April! hug Elke
They all sound wonderful and inspiring! Thank you, Linda.
ReplyDeleteGood morning dear Linda! That second quote is true more often than not. At least for me :) The video from Rocky Kanaka is sad and uplifting at the same time. Have a beautiful day ♥
ReplyDeleteGood memes. Love the dog driving that vehicle..lol
ReplyDeleteAnne Lamott´s is my fav, dear friend Linda! Yes, and don´t tak life for granted...
ReplyDeleteI like your wallets.
And wee. I still remember the days of 56k-modems when internet was slow. No one imagined channels to watch "TV"!
When I went shortly online, Ingo´s Grandma could not use the phone!
Cute/fun videos - warm hugs and much love on the way
Cute beaver :) thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBonjour Linda,
ReplyDeleteQuel charmant Méli-mélo de mi-mois.
J'apprécie toujours autant l'atmosphère paisible que tu parviens à créer ici, dans ton repaire relaxant.
Bonne journée.
Love the wallets 🍁 and I love your blog,
ReplyDeletewouldn't take it for granted, dear friend 💚
Have a great day !
Let someone else define you, and it can get all-consuming.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all the lovely quotes, Linda! ❤️
ReplyDeleteAll so true!
ReplyDeleteI watch Rocky Kanaka, too!
ReplyDeleteAw, the baby elephant loves his bubble bath! Who doesn't :)
ReplyDeleteThe beaver is so cute!
I loved the reason life works at all is we are not all bonkers in the same day :D
And yes, life is the special occasion!
Have a great weekend!
Thank you for these wise words!
ReplyDeleteHello Linda,
ReplyDeleteAnother wonderful selection of wise words and advice.
The images are cute too. Love the cute videos.
Take care, have a happy day!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, today I'm choosing this quote of yours:
"The reason life works at all is because not everyone in your tribe is nuts on the same day"
It made me smile because some days I look around and wonder if it might actually be the other way round... But you're right, there's always someone sane nearby just when you're falling apart, and that's what saves us all. Thank you for reminding us of that with so much warmth.
A big hug and wishing you a very special weekend. 🌸
excellent choices today. Those wallets look nice
ReplyDeleteThank you for the Ringo Starr song, I had forgotten about that and it's a good song.
ReplyDeleteRevel in each day and each moment and be grateful. Wonderful inspiration, Linda!
ReplyDeleteThe last time I bought a wallet was at a museum.
ReplyDelete..."Uncertainty is normal when you're trying something new." It sure is true for me, I often procrastinate and procrastinate before I can get going! Thanks Linda for this wonderful post.
ReplyDeleteThe Anne Lamott quote. 😀
ReplyDeleteThat Anne Lamott quotation made me laugh! And I love to watch jellyfish swimming -- fascinating and kind of hypnotic -- so I will check out that YouTube channel, thanks!
ReplyDeleteThese are good Linda. I really like the Tiny Buddha one, so true :-D Hope you are doing well :-D
ReplyDeleteAnimals make my world SO much better.
ReplyDeleteLinda bom dia, um post repleto de lindas mensagens, desejo uma feliz quinta-feira bjs.
ReplyDeleteanother great post enjoyed reading it. Madeline
ReplyDeleteWe are all guilty of saving things for special occasions..
ReplyDeleteDe todas frases que nos dejas hoy me quedo con esas en que nos dices que estar vivo ya es algo especial y que cuidar a la naturaleza con todo que en ella encontramos es cuidarnos a nosotros los humanos.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Thank you. I was talking with a friend this morning who is going through some health issues. I texted her one of your words of wisdom.
ReplyDeleteThese are great. some made me laugh, some gave me inspiration, and some just made me think.. Loved them. thanks.
ReplyDeleteAlways adore reading your pearls of wisdom quotes. The baby elephant and baby beaver videos were adorable. They certainly made me smile friend. Take care and have a beautiful weekend. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteThis is a truly post for life. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you. These are lovely.
ReplyDeleteWise, interesting and very true quotes.
ReplyDeleteUseful and beautiful wallets.
Fantastic videos, thank you for sharing.
It's a pleasure to see and read your posts. Thank you Linda.
ReplyDeleteLove the quotes and the videos, Linda. Thanks so much for sharing and have a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteObrigado pela vibração boa do post.
ReplyDeleteAbraço amigo.
Such a lovely mix of thoughts and moments. These kinds of mid-month reflections always feel so warm and personal. It’s like a little pause to appreciate the simple things and enjoy a gentle reset.
ReplyDeleteKisses
Of course I love those tulips! Uncertainty is normal and a sign of prudence and caution--as long as it doesn't paralyze our actions. (in my humble opinion)
ReplyDeleteGreat gag, dear Linda! Lovely wallets!
ReplyDeleteLie(f)s.
Boa tarde, minha querida amiga Linda. Meu estilo de música é outro. Gostei muito da segunda reflexão. "As pessoas nem sempre precisam de conselhos: aa vezes, tudo o que realmente precisam é de uma mão para segurar, um ouvido para escutar e um coração para compreendê-las". Uma excelente quinta-feira para você e seus parentes em Montreal. Grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro.
ReplyDeleteHodně mě upoutal citát: Zůstaň silný i v životních bouřích. Krásné, potřebné, ale ... hodně těžké.
ReplyDeletePeněženky se určitě osvědčily.
Uncertainty is an important part of creativity. Learning to feel comfortable with it is an important life skill. ❤️
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and inspiring as always dear friend.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree. ~hugs~ And Rocky Kanaka is incredible. Best wishes, my dear.
DeleteHello Linda
ReplyDeleteHappy Wishes coming to you.
Many thanks for another post full of good things.
I do like your new wallets, they look an ideal size.
Have a good end of week and a happy weekend too.
All the best Jan
Seu blog é muito aconchegante e lindo.
ReplyDeleteTenha uma linda semana.
Those were all good and I like those live webcam channels!
ReplyDeletethecontemplativecat here. What great photos.
ReplyDeleteI agree with not putting off doing what you want to do, we have been very lucky to see all the places we have seen over the years and we may have spent a lot of money doing it but now that we are getting older we can't do as much and are glad we did them while we were younger :) It is amazing all the webcams they have now that you can watch different things. Hope you will have a good weekend!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, thank you for sharing about your two wallets. Look nice so they are good value for money. I don't carry cash so I don't need any wallet. Have a good weekend after having a fabulous Friday 💝
ReplyDeleteThose songs take me back
ReplyDeleteIts always so uplifting to come to your blog
ReplyDelete🙂
Ringo Star made me happy this morning...
ReplyDeleteI wish you a wonderful day and send you my best regards.
Hug Viola
Nice quote
ReplyDeleteQuerida Linda,
ReplyDeleteAchei muito interessante as reflexões que você compartilhou, nos fazem pensar e refletir sobre a vida e o mundo ao nosso redor. Adorei a pegadinha do cachorro motorista, achei fofo.
Um beijo!
Nice collection of thoughts and moments here. The quotes on gratitude and kindness stand out, and the animal clips and nature picks add a calm, uplifting feel. It feels like a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate the everyday things.
ReplyDeleteGreat quotes that have a lot of meaning. Enjoyed your posting very much.
ReplyDeleteThere are some very wise memes in this post. Some are also very good reminders!
ReplyDeleteI always learn something when I visit here. I love the quotes that you find and the pictures of animals, etc. And the videos are always so special. I Love Ringo Starr too!! I was a big Beatles fan when I was a teenager and they were brand new...before they got too "weird. Thank you for this delightful post.
ReplyDeleteGood morning. Another day, another blessing and another chance at life. Take nothing for granted and think of every breath as a gift.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite from today.
xo
These are great. I especially liked you wing some, you lose some. Heh. Have a grand weekend, Linda.
ReplyDeleteWonderful post. I enjoyed the music videos!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. It makes me happy tot read them.
ReplyDeleteYou have shared so many interesting links here I am going to have to come back when I have more time to check them out.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite quote is the one about not taking life for granted, and I love the picture/painting(?) that is the backdrop for the Monet quote.
Thanks for sharing.
LD....You pick such special photos. I really enjoy them. Being alive is a special occasion. I thank God for life on earth daily.
ReplyDeleteSome great thought provoking and amusing memes. I like the one about not everyone in the tribe being nuts on the same day 😄
ReplyDeleteOh great quotes "These difficult days won't consume your whole existence. You have a lot of good life left to live." That was a timely one and also good to read that not everyone is nuts at the same time I also loved these little wallets Linda and only $2 That's not bad❤️
ReplyDeleteAdoro as citações e as fotos de animais. Vídeos lindos.
ReplyDeleteBeijo,
SOL da Esteva
Your medley creates such a gentle rhythm of reflection, and I love how you weave together wisdom, humor, and small reminders that steady the spirit, especially the way the nature notes and animal moments soften the heavier thoughts and make the whole post feel like a deep breath; your photo of the little wallets adds a charming personal touch, and the YouTube suggestions round everything out with warmth and curiosity, making this collection feel like a bright pause in the day.
ReplyDeleteHello Linda! Thank you for checking on me yesterday. You are always so sweet to me and I appreciate you so much. I hope you have a lovely weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteGrazie a te e buon fine settimana!
ReplyDeleteYes, we have to live like there is no tomorrow, because it might never come. Never save up for a special occasion.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for brightening my day, Linda! xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for your blog.
ReplyDeleteI love to visit you.
I like the quote about giving advice...very true!!
ReplyDeleteZdravím Lindo, děkuji za návštěvu a milá písmenka. Krásný blog, pěkné povídání i fotky. Krásné jaro ve zdraví přeji ⚛ ღ ♥
ReplyDeleteGreat post Linda. I think it's better if we were all nuts every day, everyone would be much happier. Thanks for the visit to mine too. I need to go now and do some more gardening Lol! x
ReplyDeleteMuito bom. São óptimas as frase reflexivas.
ReplyDeleteSome nice thoughts - hope all is well.
ReplyDeleteCheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Wonderful post, Linda, with great reflections and videos.
ReplyDeleteHappy Sunday!
The quotes are very true, especially those concerning life, living in a retirement home, you see how quickly life can be over. I always remember a very cheerful resident who went with us into a restaurant, assisted at the activities, had her supper went to bed and was found dead in the morning ! Isn't that a nice dead ? She was nearly 90 ! I love the elephant video !
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