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"I do believe in an everyday sort of magic...the inexplicable connectedness we sometimes experience with places, people, works of art and the like; the eerie appropriateness of moments of synchronicity; the whispered voice, the hidden presence, when we think we're alone." Charles de Lint

Monday, September 22, 2025

Savoring the Sights and Sounds

A week or so ago I savored the end of my muted fall puzzle...stretching it out as long as I could.  When I was done...my tiny Jesus spent a little time in the tiny church. 

This one took me by surprise at how much I enjoyed it...and once it was done I let it sit on the table several days while I slowly sorted pieces in the next one.   

The next one is new...with bright fall colors this time. 

It's just 500 pieces...and I'm savoring every colorful minute. I'm well on my way...and totally engaged.

Just for fun...I started with the brown pinecones. Did you know that state flower of Maine is the pinecone?

Several dozen ducks have gathered on our pond like they do every late summer.. We're lucky that Parsons Pond is one of their stopping places during their migration. When I walk around the pond...which I do several times a day...I can't help but stop to look and listen. So I just linger. I savor the moment...and this fabulous gathering of travelers in this beautiful setting.

Here's Michele's tips for savoring in her Growing Joy Garden series. 
Yes...let's do these things! Let's savor...and linger long over the lovely!


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  1. dotty seiter: now playingSeptember 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM

    MaryAnn, love that you savored the completion of your muted-colors puzzle … and carried the savoring along into starting your new bright-fall-colors puzzle by focusing on its own muted bits and bobs : )

    Whoa! Look at that pond and sky photo! Magnificent!

    Dave and I are savoring every sensory bit of our last day in the PNW with Scott and Alisa, stopping, sensing, saying (exclaiming), and staying with every morsel.

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeSeptember 23, 2025 at 7:57 AM

      Thanks for appreciating my choosing the muted pinecones first. Silly...but fun.

      Yes...that sky over the pond was just spectacular!

      So glad your enjoying your time with Scott and Alisa. What a savory gift to be with family! Safe travels home.

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2025 at 9:33 AM

    MaryAnn, I have continued to read your wonderful blog and enjoy everything you write about. Thank you for the directions for making little boxes in your last post, for sharing lovely nature photos, and for all the joy you spread. Enjoy your day!! Judy

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeSeptember 23, 2025 at 11:18 AM

      Well that's a feel good comment! Thank you Judy! I'm so glad you're following along with my joyful puttering. It works for me...and I'm glad it's working for you too!

      And I enjoy seeing all your handiwork on Instagram...your stitching projects are wonderful!

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  3. JustCallMeElleSeptember 23, 2025 at 11:33 AM

    I love that new puzzle! I am going to have to see if I can find it.

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