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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

Friday, June 5, 2026

Found Rainbows

Because of the Consciously Creative class I took from Philippa Stanton back in 2017 I started collecting found objects. 

These were some of my very first finds....and I happen to have a whole rainbow. I was hooked. There are interesting things out there in the world...and everything has a story and connection to someone you don't know. 


Paul has been helping me for years....this photo was taken in 2020. We're a little more particular these days...but we're still picking up interesting and unusual found objects.


This morning I was working on my rainbow puzzle and got through the pink pretty quickly.

I pulled the Pink Panther and the pink rubber ducky up for a closer look.....and that gave me an idea.
I had to search for a few extra found objects to fill in the full spectrum...but why now have a rainbow on my puzzle table for the month of June! Silly? Yes. But sometimes you just have to be silly and find rainbows.

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  1. dotty seiter: now playingJune 5, 2026 at 7:24 PM

    Where troubles melt like lemon drops
    Away above the chimney tops
    That's where we'll find you!

    Your rainbows of found objects are so story-rich and visually-captivating, MaryAnn! You and Paul have amassed a terrific collection, and it's never just sitting somewhere gathering dust but instead living a very lively engaged life.

    As far as I know, I won't be traveling over any rainbows in the next week+ but I will be traveling. I hope to pop in to your blog to see what you're up to but I know my visits will be spotty. You may well be on to another puzzle before I return! Enjoy!

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJune 6, 2026 at 8:07 AM

      Thanks Dotty! Always love a good "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" quote! There is something about having some of these found objects visible in my home that connects me with people I don't know. And they are visible reminders to not take like too seriously.

      Enjoy your travels. Wherever you go...I hope you find joy in the people and activities that you encounter!

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  2. AnonymousJune 6, 2026 at 5:05 AM

    Your toys in rainbow order- yes, please!
    Kathy

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJune 6, 2026 at 8:22 AM

      Ha ha....I thought this would make you smile Kathy!

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