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Untold Story
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou
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On Joy and Sorrow
A dear friend shared this amazing piece with me yesterday, and I had to share it. It was in response to yesterday’s post, Untold Story. And this photo I took on a brief walk yesterday afternoon...
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Our Children
My copy of “The Prophet” by Kahlil Gibran arrived a few days ago. And what a treasure it is. It is a book to be savored in small bits and pieces, with words to be read over and over. Several people...
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The Little Log Cabin
Oh Little Log Cabin on the edge of the woods, what is your story? What tales would you tell if you could of life now and life then? Are we doing it right? You stand so solid and sturdy and beautiful....
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Discover – Reaching for a Better View
As some of you may recall, my “One Little Word” this year is Discover. This is the year for me to Discover… more about myself… and more about the world around me. I am honored and privileged to share...
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Don’t fence me in
Don’t fence me in… Don’t make me stay inside “the lines.” I must break free to really be me. True love… true freedom… true creativity… true thoughts… true peace can only be achieved when they are...
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Wishing you…
Wishing you the freshness of morning dew, the promise of bursting buds, beauty and goodness in your surroundings and in your soul, with colors as rich as the purple Rose of Sharon. Moments to be...
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Nothing is Ordinary
Nothing is ordinary… so don’t try to be. Be your own kind of EXTRAordinary… it’s the best recipe. Cheers & Hugs, Jodi Inspiration
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Why?
Why do I get a little knot in my stomach when the days grow a bit shorter, the air a bit crisper, the breeze a bit lighter. It is gentle and beautiful and comfortable. But my heart remembers summer...
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Before I Die…
Before I Die is a public art project that invites people to reflect on their lives and share their personal aspirations in a public space. Originally created by New Orleans artist Candy Chang in 2011...
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Reflections
New Orleans City Park Sculpture Garden Bridge Am I reflecting joy when I smile at a stranger? Warmth when I give a hug? Am I reflecting peace in the words I speak? Hope in the words I write? Am I...
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Seasons of Change
Fading sunflower at daybreak – Conneaut Lake, PA Night fades to day – the moon retreats as the bright sun rises. Summer beckons Autumn’s reprieve – when green becomes yellow or orange or red. Flowers...
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Dear 13-Year Old Me
Dear 13-Year Old Jodi – Almost 40 years later, it is so good to talk. I wish we could have done this sooner. 8th Grade Class Photo – Almost 13 But this will be good for both of us, because in so many...
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Boys will be Boys – Charlie on Toys
Jodi (Mom): “Awh! Isn’t he sweet? Here is my little Charlie boy kissing his baby Tiger toy.” Charlie: “Can’t wait to do this to him!” Cheers & Woofs, Jodi and Charlie
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My Happy Place
Nick, Winston, CJ, Zach Look at these handsome guys! Could I be any happier than to have the opportunity to have them over and cook for them? Does that make me a little strange?… unusual?…....
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The Answer is Blowin’ in the Wind
Do you ever get a song stuck in your head? A random song you haven’t thought about in a long time? For days, I have had this one in my head – a classic I never tire of – and that withstands the test...
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Let’s build a bridge
Pittsburgh, PA – The City of Bridges – 12/5/15 Let’s build a bridge that will float above the fog, that connects confusion, destroys division, fastens friendship, links love, joins jurisdiction, unites...
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Do More of What Makes YOU Happy
Painting, drawing, creating…. Cooking, baking, feeding…. Eating, exercising, relaxing.. Reading, writing, rhyming… Exploring, photographing, dreaming…. Celebrating, experiencing, observing… Singing,...
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Woke up Thinking Tulips
Tulips on Arches 140 lb hot press 9 x 12 I woke up yesterday thinking tulips…. thinking Spring…. so wanting to paint tulips. I awoke to a rainy Monday… feeling earlier than it was with the time change…...
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Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay
Sittin’ on the dock of the bay watching the…… geese and birds and fishermen and rowers, cars and bikers and joggers and walkers. Soaking up the early Spring sunshine after a fun little field trip day...
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