Hope 78

 Hope 78

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On a trip to the post office I found myself in a sea of Fall foliage. I looked up, and saw what looked like a Red-shouldered Hawk sitting on the electric wires. A gift from above. 

Giving Thanks for all the unexpected moments that lift us up.

Hope 77

 Hope 77

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It is always reassuring to see Nature carrying on.

Hope 76

 Hope 76

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Sunday brunch time in Sonoma. With Covid cases soaring we are going to have to retreat to stricter roles of engagement for awhile. But I am feeling hopeful about the future. Sane government, clear guidelines, and vaccines on the way. We will be in each other's company again and when the time comes, how sweet it will be.

Hope 75

 Hope 75

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This rose has been blooming on the deck since the election.

See Hope 70.

Today's welcome rain might end it's reign, but its presence over these days has been a comforting reminder of Nature's strength, beauty and perseverance. We will survive. And build a better world. Also. IT'S RAINING. If that isn't hopeful, I don't know what is.

Hope 74

 Hope 74

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The days are definitely getting darker, and colder.

 But our air is crisp and clear and San Francisco glows in the dark. 

Hearing Eric Topol rave about the vaccine news on today's "In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt" 

filled me with hope and resolve. Despite the crazy in Washington, there is light at the end of this tunnel. 

Hope 73

Hope 73

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My neighbor planted a sea of bright red poppies next to the curb. What a gift in this dark time to have a daily dose of brightness right outside the door. Seeing it lifts my spirits every time I walk by, a reminder that simple gestures create hope when one least expects it, which is why this one is for her.

Hope 72

Hope 72

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Day at the beach.

Highly recommended.

Hope 71

Hope 71

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Having cake and eating it too. 

Celebrating this day.

How sweet it is!

Hope 70

 Hope 70

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SOLD

Still holding on. 

VOTE

Time to re up this:

https://susanlandorkeegin.blogspot.com/search?q=obama

 

VOTE.

Hope 69

 Hope 69

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A walk in the woods with my old friend on Thursday just might see me through the weekend.

Warm October light filtered through the eucalyptus, birds singing, and the comfort of old friendship is good medicine. Storing up goodness for whatever comes next.