Natural Wonders
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the gift of friendship
trees, bees, and flowers
a babbling brook
a path to walk
mountain tops to see a broader view
a sunset to pause and reflect
these are a few of my favorite things
the natural wonders
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I took some time to hang out with friends in the last few days to celebrate my birthday. I’ve had a couple of socially distanced picnics, a bike ride, and a hike planned for tomorrow. These pockets of peace and joy help keep me going in a world full of covid, violence, and feckless leaders.
May we search our hearts to know what kind of a world we want to live in, then do all we can to bring it about. Maybe that’s helping a friend or stranger, going to a protest, voting for change, standing up for those who can’t, or simply adding more peace and love to our world.
May peace prevail. #BlackLivesMatter
writing to freedom 
Wonderful photos, Brad! I’m so glad you’ve been able to get out and enjoy friends and nature the past few days. Have fun hiking tomorrow! 🙂
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Thanks Julie. It’s fun to drag out my birthday to celebrate multiple times! 🙂
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Thanks Brad, for a lovely and soothing post. Belated happy birthday! Stay well, Harlon
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You’re most welcome Harlon. I appreciate the birthday wishes. take care,
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Happy Birthday Grant – very glad to hear that you had an enjoyable time. Yes. let’s all vote for change with everything we have. It’s time. XX
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Thank you Janet. I agree about new leaders and also that we must step up as leaders individually in our communities. Who is this Grant person? A new friend I should know? 😛
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Sorry about that Brad…:):) X
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No worries, but who is Grant? 🙂
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I wish I knew:). I don’t think I know a Grant…..
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Happy Belated Birthday, Brad! Good to hear you’ve been able to get out and enjoy nature.
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Thanks J.D. Nature is a my foundation.
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some of my favorite things too! ❤ i'm so glad you're drawing out the birthday celebrations and doing things you love. i'm with you in helping to create change from the inside out! happy birthday, again! let's keep the celebrations going and beam out that joy and love to the world! love you!
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Thank you dear Tania. My heart is happy knowing you. I appreciate your steady love, support, and rosy vision of me. May we shine our lights and help heal the hearts of people we encounter.
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you’re welcome ❤ i'm in! 🙂
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Hapay Birthday , Brad, and I would like to say how right and peaceful your celebration sounds.
The way life should be.
Your post is already adding more peace and love to the world.
Miriam
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Thank you for the kind words Miriam.
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Happy Belated Birthday dear Brad and yes so nice to go out for a few days with friends though keeping a distance. Peaceful and serene pictures that says a lot of your lovely post.
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Thank you Kamal. The lockdown has helped me appreciate simple joys.
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You are always welcome dear Brad and yes I completely agree with you many people and their thinking has changed drastically. Yes life was so simple during our days we all unnecessary went from being simple to flamboyant. Stay safe
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I love these little wonders myself.
Great shots.
Happy birthday, Brad, and many happy returns.
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Thank you for the birthday wishes Bojana. I’m happy knowing that you and others enjoy my post and a shared love for the simple wonders in life.
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Very relaxing photos, thanks for this! Much needed right now.
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Thank you Allison. I’m glad this brought you some relaxation. May beauty and peace touch your week.
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Have a Happy Birthday Brad…. And those treasures you shared are precious wonders we are all so grateful for… I too had birthday in lockdown… The postman still came, so did flowers.. and phone calls… Nature is always bringing her gifts… And where oh where would we be without those Natural Wonders and Friendships..
Beautiful images Brad… Have a Super Day…
Lots of Love…
Sue 🙂 💚🙏
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Thank you Sue. I’m appreciating simple joys again as I slow down and savor these wonders and friendships. I’m glad you enjoyed your birthday too! Hugs…💞
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Likewise Brad….. No pressures…. Just BEing.. 🙂 Thank you…. We make what we want to experience.. 🙂 Have a great day Brad..
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Dear Brad, feliz cumple and a very happy belated birthday to you!! I wish you so much peace, love, health, joy, and equanimity for your new year of life ahead! Love your photos and your writing here, yes, may peace prevail, and may everyone contribute their part to it! I honestly believe the path of inner transformation and healing is everyone´s responsability now… Much love to you 🙂 💖
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Gracias Maria. Yes, this is an opportunity to wake up and choose anew. Much gratitude. 🙏
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Happy Birthday week Brad 🎈
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Thank you Val. 💐
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Happy Belated Birthday, Brad! My birthday was last month and I smiled when you mentioned picnics as I was treated to two while honouring social distancing guidelines…each of your beautiful photographs would make a lovely gift for anyone celebrating a birthday.
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Thank you so much for the kind words and birthday wishes Kim. Kindness is always a special gift. I’m glad you had picnics too for your birthday.
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It’s a tricky year to celebrate special occasions that’s for sure!
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Agreed.
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A Happy Belated Birthday Brad, I hope this is the beginning of a great year for you!
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Thank you Andrea. Me too, but it’s hard to hold hope with so much craziness in the world.
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Happy Birthday, Brad. Looks like you had a wonderful day. Great photos as well, very tranquil and soothing, something we all need these days.
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Thank you Len. I’ve had a few fun moments connecting with friends and nature.
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So lovely!
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Thank you Carol. 🌸
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Your posts are always so soothing, Brad. Happy Birthday!
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Thank you for the birthday wishes Diana. I’m glad they help soothe you.
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Coming back for a second visit to this post Brad. This reminder of what’s true is exactly what I needed today. In this together! From Canada to USA. And globally. We. Are. In. This. Together. Something your writing and photography always reminds me of. WHAT’S TRUE 🌎💞
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Thank you for the incredibly kind comment Andrea. I’m glad my posts touch this place of truth and bringing us together. The world sure needs that now. 🙏
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BLESSINGS DEAR BRAD!!! ❤️❤️ Love how you celebrated your birthday! Beauty and peace cradled joyfully in LOVE! 😀💛🐝🌼☀️💫💫
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Thank you dear Yeka. Your enthusiasm and passion for life are a true gift. I know you touch and bless many people. 💞 🌸 🙌
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Thanks staying an AWESOME blessing to me and countless others here at WP! KEEP INSPIRING AND CELEBRATING DEAR BRAD!!! ❤️🧡💜💚💙💛💚❤️
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You’re welcome and appreciated. 😍
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Happy birthday belated,my dear!! Your all photos are amazing and most beautiful.
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Thank you for the birthday wishes Aruna. I’m delighted you enjoy my photos.
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Really they are awesome and delightful for life.
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Thank you. 🎇
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These are all wonderful things, Brad.
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Thanks Robbie.
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I’m so glad I took time this morning out of my busy day to read this and see your peaceful photos! Thanks for writing these, Brad. I often try to like or comment here and today it allowed me to log in without issue, very happy! I switched to Firefox browser, maybe that’s it. Usually it claims my login info is incorrect and leaves me confused but today it was all entered in already and worked. Sending joy your way!
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Thanks Amanda. It’s very nice to see a friendly local face on my blog. I’m having tech issues too with FB blocking my blog. Take care until I see you in person!
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I’m late in wishing you a HAPPY Birthday, Brad. My son’s b.d is June 4, and my daughter’s is June 10. You Gemini are all special people. My birthday wish for you? That your year is full of your favorite things. ❤
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Thank you for the lovely birthday wish Pam. I’m happy to be part of your special Gemini clan. 🙂 Hugs…
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Brad,
I like what you shared here. Notice what there is to be grateful for and take a stand to change what you can. Thank you for shining your light brightly.
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Thank you Ali. We do what we can. You’ve become a writing machine!
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This is such a warm and wonderful post, Brad. Belated wishes for a happy birthday. I hope you’re still celebrating. Many happy returns! ❤
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Thanks Teagan. I managed to spread my celebration out for about a week, plus extra bonuses like your wish. 🎉
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A wonderful celebration of YOU Brad, so lovely to feel you immersed in life, and enjoying it all… Happy celebrating YOU. Your sovereign self that always seems to be rejuvenating! Much love, Barbara x
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Thank you Barbara. I find those moments and would like to say I spend much of my time there but it’s more like brief moments that keep me going.
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Beautiful… Peace!
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Thank you Bette. Peace and hugs…
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Bee-lated birthday greetings, Brad! Yes, I know how much you like bees, so figured if I said that, you’d forgive me for bee-ing so late! It sounds like it was a lovely birthday.
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Ha, ha Cynthia. You are forgiven and blessed for making me smile. Bee-utiful!
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So much beautiful pictures,yeah those all are Natural miracles.Happy birth day ,dear brad🌻🌺🌷💐🌹
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Thank you Aruna. Clearly, you appreciate nature’s beauty and miracles. 🌺
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You are most welcome,dear🌷
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