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I have been very blessed to have received such overwhelming response to catnipoflife. I initially entered the blogosphere on February 25, 2012 and had absolutely no idea what to expect. The term ‘blog’ was a totally new experience, in fact, a new word in my vocabulary. I have been overjoyed with your reflections and thoughtful praises through varying awards, which are so greatly appreciated. Thank you for becoming such wonderful friends!

Your visits, Likes and comments bring joy to my heart on a daily basis.

“May you always know peace of heart, love for a lifetime, light from above and laughter within the soul.” ~catnipoflife

Always remember to observe life at its best, listen to life’s songs, embrace life’s bounties, breathe the breath of life and savor life to its fullest! That is the epitome of catnipoflife!

Quick Post Reflection

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Autumn Gold

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A touch of impromptu catnip from a morning drive. . .

Photo Credit: Sharla Shults

your leaves shalt not wither

before illuminating my soul

~catnipoflife

“Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.”
~George Eliot

Inspiration Nature Quick Post

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Awakenings: We the People!

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We the People! Awakenings sole purpose is to enlighten you to Embrace Your Past, Empower the Present, Enrich Your Future! There is no better way to accomplish this than to understand the principles and beliefs upon which America was founded.
See on www.awakenings2012.blogspot.fr

Awakenings

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Awakenings: Monsters: Laughter or Shivers?

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With Halloween approaching, stories of ghosts, goblins and ghouls monopolize the setting as the movie makers try to outdo one another with scenes of blood and gore.

A Step Back in Time

Awakening a few cobwebs with pictures from a night in the 80s. Oh, such a night! What a night it was, what a night it really was! What are your fondest memories of Halloween – laughter or shivers? Who did you profess to be? (Don’t answer these until you have visited Awakenings!)

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Awakenings Humor Reflection

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Nature’s Nightlife

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“Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul.”
—John Muir (Environmentalist, 1838–1914)

Today’s catnip journeys into the realm of the night: a place of darkness where there is light, a place of shadows but not of fright, a place serene in tranquil scenes, a place where you may or may not have been. . .

Nature’s Nightlife

Nature by day renders amazing views
From zesty pastels of spring
To autumn’s golden hues

Butterflies and daisies go hand-in-hand
As endless summer meadows
Stretch forth over the land

Winter time glistens a personal glow
Adding magic to the air
Mosaics in the snow

Ah-h, such beauty by day, what of the night?
Does nature curl up and sleep
Totally out of sight?

Doesn’t nature’s nightlife buzz and flurry
Watching, waiting, wondering
With patience, no hurry?

Nocturnal gardens remain fascinating
Ugly weeds during the day
At night begin blossoming

Gypsum’s voluptuous trumpet flowers
Challenge French perfumes
While hosting dark after hours

Night owls, sleepwalkers and insomniacs
Witness fleeting brilliance
Deep forest greens to delicate lilacs

Dusk ’til dawn, exotic blossoms unfurl
Quaking, twisting and popping
Within nature’s night world!

“I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.”
—John Muir (Environmentalist, 1838–1914)

What is your favorite sight or sound

of nature’s nightlife?

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Be sure to visit Len @MYOWNHEART.ME for a personal reflection on night life. It is great with an amazing video at the end!

A Quote for Today Inspiration PoetrybySharla

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Awakenings: America: Enchanting, Beautiful and Free

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The premise behind Awakenings is to reopen the eyes of Americans to the awareness of those who laid the foundation and established the platform for America’s freedom. It began over 400 years ago with the most significant landing in our nation’s founding: Jamestown, Virginia, 1607. This significant point in time did not occur without sacrifice: lives of individuals, entire families and loved ones. And, sacrifices are still being made today to maintain that which was established centuries ago.

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Awakenings Reflection Scoop.it

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Happy Columbus Day

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What if Columbus had not made the decision to venture across the high seas? That was certainly not a walk in the park, a stoll along the beach or a Sunday drive! Throughout the many, many decades of celebration, have you ever thought about the voyage itself? Sure, we celebrate the discovery of America but what did it take for this to truly become a day of celebration? What were some of the conditions and hardships endured while crossing treacherous waters in hopes of one day citing land? The key word here is HOPE with a willingness to TRY and find new land!

Visit Awakenings for some history surrounding Christopher Columbus and Echoes of the Sea. . .

Exploration did not end with America’s discovery. That was only the beginning. Here is some food for thought in the form of a quote from the 1500s:

“We ate only old biscuit reduced to powder, all full of worms and stinking of the
urine that the rats made on it. And we drank water that was yellow and
stinking.”

~Antonio Pigatetta 1500s, a sailor aboard the Magellan

Step back in time: Would you have the willingness to try?

Awakenings PoetrybySharla Quick Post

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“This is why you marry your best friend.”

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Repinned from for the heart by Barbara Eastlick

There are many who say, “I married my best friend.” Perhaps they grew up in the same neighborhood, attended the same church or school, or simply met somewhere along life’s highway. Whatever the situation, they bonded. . .a bond that remained taut through good times and bad, happiness and heartache. None of these times went lacking for humor.

Smiles and laughter keep the mind active, fill the heart with joy and supply food for the soul. ~ catnipoflife

Humor Inspiration Quick Post

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Awakenings: Voice of America: Change?

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A critical tipping point for America is at our doorstep. Changes are about to be made, whether we are in agreement or not, they are inevitible. Election brings about major change: changes in government, changes in policy, changes that may or may not represent balance of power.

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Awakenings

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by catnipoflife

The science of nature is absolutely fascinating! Next time you see an insect you just may have a different view after this reblog.

Make sure you did not forget to visit Tustel Ico’s insect series before leaving.

Make Something Mondays

Post image for Macro Photos of Insects Covered in Water Droplets

David Chambon has always had a passion for wildlife photography, and that passion shines through in his stunning series of dew-covered insects. For more amazing insect photography check out Tustel Ico’s insect series. You can also see more of David’s work on his website.

macro dew covered insect photos (1)