Through The Looking Glass

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“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.” - quote by Robert Brault
I walked by a home displaying a rainbow in the window. Lest we forget, essential workers are needed more than ever the heart-shaped cutouts seemed to say.
It was a day of many little things that caught my eye like the neatly gathered cutlery. I had no explanation as to why these handiest of human utensils were put by the road.
Nearby, pretty bits of fluff flashed their autumn star power.
As if current events weren't scary enough, ghosts were spooking the neighbourhood.
A Canada goose floated lazily on the seawater ... probably a well-deserved rest. From a distance, it looked similar to every goose yet no two feathers were exactly alike.
A still leaf lay frozen in a birdbath.
Leaves fell sleepily and without much ado changed colours and shapes as I passed by. Everything was quietly transforming and re-creating itself.
Is any part of a creative universe ever really ordinary?
If the "little things" and implicit everyday stuff of life were not so familiar, they'd seem far stranger than what Alice saw in Through The Looking Glass. Incredibly, we are witness to, and reflect as mirrors do, the cosmic story of existence.
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  1. eileeninmdOctober 30, 2020 at 8:58 AM

    Hello,

    I love the first quote, enjoy the little things. Lovely captures of the hearts and the fall leaves. The Golden Retriever reminds me of my old Goldie Girl. Sweet dog! Great capture of the Goose and your reflection. Take care, have a happy day and a great weekend!

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  2. carol l mckennaOctober 30, 2020 at 12:47 PM

    Oh the beauty in your photography ~ lovely walk with you ~ an enlightened woman ~ ^_^

    Live each moment with love,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  3. Mystic MeanderingOctober 30, 2020 at 9:45 PM

    Thank you for sharing the "little things" that caught your attention. I am trying to notice the "little things" too :) I love the leaf in the bird bath... And what a beautiful ending. "...we are witness to, and reflect as mirrors, the cosmic story of existence." Beautiful!

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  4. Tanza ErlambangOctober 31, 2020 at 7:16 AM

    cute dog and Canadian gooses....
    a lot of Canadian geese migrate to our place now.

    Have a great weekend

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  5. GattinaOctober 31, 2020 at 10:53 AM

    Love the dog he looks like a philosophe ! Your pictures are beautiful !

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    1. Penelope NotesOctober 31, 2020 at 12:12 PM

      Haha … yes, the philosopher dog appears to be having a Zen moment. :)

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  6. Carol @Comfort Spring StationNovember 2, 2020 at 4:13 PM

    it's amazing what can draw the eye - love the goose, leaves, and peaceful dog

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  7. rupam sarmaNovember 2, 2020 at 8:25 PM

    Beautiful post and pics

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  8. Lady FiNovember 2, 2020 at 11:28 PM

    Lovely shots! And that patient dog - so sweet!

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  9. KlaraNovember 3, 2020 at 12:11 AM

    such a nice quote. lovely series, very serene.

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  10. Rajani RehanaNovember 3, 2020 at 7:05 AM

    Fabulous blog

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  11. Sallie (FullTime-Life)November 4, 2020 at 6:49 AM

    The basis here for my morning meditation (much needed this morning). Thank you.

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  12. stardustNovember 5, 2020 at 3:32 AM

    Powerful reminder with words and photos how our lives consist of little things, each of which has meaning. Not only the dog but also the goose looks to be in meditation. The leaves are fascinating with different colors in the process of transformation. Did water get frozen already? With colder, drier air, COVID-19 cases are increasing. Take care.

    Yoko

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  13. colleenNovember 5, 2020 at 6:37 AM

    Beautiful shots. That last one might be my favorite but the flowers are really nice too!

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  14. DeniseinVANovember 5, 2020 at 6:06 PM

    Isn’t that the truth? I have always appreciated our essential works but never so more as now. They are our heroes for sure. Love these images!

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  15. AngieNovember 5, 2020 at 8:17 PM

    You never cease to amaze me with your fresh take on things. I can count on you to bring me back to my foundations, to the simple things. You, my dear, are far from ordinary. Thank you, my friend!

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