Carol A. Hand
Sometimes, one doesn’t have to travel far
to observe serenity and beauty with beloved companions
Even in the context of critters, city “upgrades,” and unpredictable weather
sometimes there are possibilities to create little sanctuaries
to enjoy a simple life and share love and laughter
weaving deeper appreciation for things that matter
knowing that these precious moments will pass
with the ever-changing seasons of our lives
***
Joni Mitchell – Circle Game
Voices from the Margins 
Just Beautiful Carol!! Thanks!! And yes, thank you for them!
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Dear Hector, thank you for your always kind and lovely comments. ❤
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Thank YOU Carol!!
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The seasons may indeed go round and round but your images are a tribute to summer.
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful comments, Ken. Our summer has been rather unpredictable. One week, it’s rainy and daytime temperatures hover in the mid-50s F in July, and the next it’s dry with high-80s F. Even so, the gardens grow and that’s a good reason to be grateful. 🙂
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Your grandgirl has grown so much – and I love your photos, too! Serenity in these times is so hard.
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It’s always a gift to hear from you, Trace. Thank you for your kind and lovely comments. Ah yes, grandchildren grow so fast and give us many reasons to be grateful even in difficult times, don’ t they…
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sweet refuge
for the things
that matter
most 🙂
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Dear David, thank you for your kind and eloquent comments. ❤
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How special this season is for you and your Granddaughter. The joy just emanates from her being, I can only imagine how wonderful a time you both have. And those gardens really are a sanctuary, so peaceful! I always appreciate your words and insights of life treasures.
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Dear Tori, thank you so much for sharing your lovely, thoughtful comments and reflections. ❤
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Congratulations! I’m nominating you for the Liebster Award. If you don’t want to participate, no worries. If you do, go to https://wordpress.com/post/hisperfecttiming.blog/3876 to learn more.
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Thank you so much for your kindness, His Perfect Timing. ❤
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You’re very welcome
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Lovely as usual. Would love to spend time with you and your granddaughter in your garden! I love your stories about family and seasons and nature! 🙂 ❤
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Dear Natalie, thank you for your ever-kind and lovely comments. ❤
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You’re so welcome sweet Carol❣️😘
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Beautiful, Carol.
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Thank you, Sha’Tara. ❤
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Hi Carol, your post resonated with me. Lovely photos and words. Your Granddaughter looks very happy leading Pinto (or was it the other way around?). Lisa have just arrived back from the city where we spent a wonderful time with our children. The Joni Mitchell song is fitting and beautiful. Take care. Bob
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Thank you so much for your lovely comments, Bob. Your words are always a gift. I’m glad to hear that you and Lisa spent time with your children.
I have been trying to keep up with info about the BC fires, but there’s very little in the US news. I hope you are all safe. ❤
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Hi Carol, thanks for your thoughts. We are safe in the area we are in. We have been lucky. Take care. Bob
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I’m grateful to hear that, Bob. 🙂
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simply gorgeous photographs, both of your Grand daughter and the gardens. You are blessed indeed.
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Thank you so much for your kind and lovely comments, Pat.Sending my best wishes to you, my dear vlogging friend. 🙂
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Lovely landscapes, lovely young lady…images and words from a loving heart…thank you.
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful, lovely comments, Joan. ❤
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The pleasures of spending time with our grand children!
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Thank you for your thoughtful comments, Annette. Yes, time with grandchildren is such a precious gift, isn’t it? 🙂
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I can think of no better complement and compliment to this post than this quote:
“I wouldn’t change my grandchildren for the world….but I wish I could change the world for my grandchildren.” –Anonymous
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Lovely quote!
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Thank you for your lovely comments, Mr. Muse, and for sharing such a true and powerful quote. 🙂
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Your granddaughter’s smile matches the beauty of the park. Lovely photos and sentiments, Carol.
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Thank you so much for your kind and lovely comments, Diana. 🙂
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I feel like I’ve wandered into a dinner party with your family and friends.
*gives an embarrassed smile, waves and goes back home*
Lovely music, beautiful pictures, sweet words. 🙂
Thanks for dropping a Like on my blog.
Kindness – Robert.
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Thank you so much for your visit, Robert, and your kind, lovely comments. 🙂
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You’re most welcome, Carol.
How’s Sunday treating you? 🙂
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Your question made me smile, Robert – a good way to greet any morning. 🙂
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Then my task here is done. 😀
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Beautiful!
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Thank you, M. E. ❤
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You are most welcome Carol ~ Mary
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So true and so important to seize the day with loved ones. Beautiful photos and helps create a sanctuary online too!
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful, lovely comments, Navasola Nature, and for sharing the online sanctuary you have created. 🙂
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Very peaceful but warm here at the moment and bee eaters on the cherry tree! Good to link with you.
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