Autumnal Reflections
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trees glow with color
a season of transition
hope and love abound
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We are on the verge of great change in our country right now. Besides the obvious change in the US elections, many of my friends are undergoing transitions large and small. I’m following the trend, having found a new job last month. I start this week and bought a newer car suitable for driving around all day. I’ll be installing and servicing caption phone systems for people with hearing loss. I’m excited to have a job that allows me to be in service and earn a decent living doing something that I feel good about. I’m grateful to let go of my survival job and attitude. I pray that President Biden can harness the feelings of hope pervading much of the country to make good on his intentions to heal and unite our country. We certainly need to heal the many rifts around race, politics, social justice, gender, environment, and more. I remain cautiously hopeful for our country. I believe Joe Biden to be a man of good character and intentions. I also believe our political system is broken and in need of major changes starting with things like repealing Citizen’s United, term limits, canceling lifetime salaries and benefits to politicians, removing corporate control, and returning power to the people.
Meanwhile, I’m excited about my new job, new car, new President, and the feeling of hope. May we be gracious and compassionate with our neighbors who have different beliefs, politics, race, religion, and background.
Goodluck. ❤
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Thank you!
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I agree with the part about needing change and having hope. The TRUTH will come out in the end. FIRM BELIEVER in there’s a reason for everything, especially every person who crosses my path. So let’s walk this road together and see what evolves over the next months, the next years. Good luck at your new job! One Love!
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I’m excited for the new job and changes. You have a good attitude. Thanks for sharing the journey Denise.
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beautiful brad! love that the colors are draping you in wonder and hope alongside all the wonderful changes emerging individually and collectively. that last photo of the leaves in the water captured my heart…here’s to hope!
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Thank you for your friendship, support, and play. You are a blessing in my life Tania. 🙏
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Congratulations on your new job Brad, wishing you lots of luck with that and hoping that the change in leadership will also make a positive difference.
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Thanks Andrea! To positive change!
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Congratulations! I love that you are in service to a higher purpose. That makes all the difference. I hope it brings you joy.
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Thank you Kristine. I’m grateful for the new gig!
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One step at a time. I’m glad the US made this one.
(Your muse is obviously back. Lovely pic)
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Yes. A step at a time. To hope and progress.
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Beauteousness Brad!
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Fun word! Thanks Cindy!
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Congratulations on the new job!
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Thanks Cindy!
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Good luck with the new job Brad! Lovely captures of autumn. I too am filled with hope for healing and peace 💕
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Thank you Val. I love autumn. 🍁
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Hi my friend, I am so happy for you, your country, and indeed the world as to this new sign of hope and restart! Finally some light on the collective horizon. Congrats on your new job also, very happy to hear you have found a job that resonates with you 🙂 And the photos and haikou are delightful, as always. Thank you, Brad! Def also going through the transitions-stuff…there must be something in the air! Big hugs
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Thanks Maria! Yes, many of us are feeling a sense of relief and hope at how things might shift for the better. I hope your transitions are gentle and bring new levels of goodness. Hugs!
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Thank you amigo! Your wonderful words of kindness are much appreciated. Abrazos 🙂
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My blood pressure went down reading your words and savoring your photos. Hurrah for a new job which you feel excited about! I agree with someone in the previous comments — one step at a time…
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Thanks Will. Yay for feeling good and peaceful. May your week be full of beauty and peace.
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Such gorgeous Fall pictures! Wishes Galore Congratulations on all the new beginning of job, new car and the season of change!! So uplifting to read your post.
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Thank you so much Pragalbha. I’m glad you were uplifted by them.
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Brad,
Congratulations on your new job! That is wonderful news. This is a time of transition for our country. It will take all of us to come together in listening and action to make changes for the better.
I too have gathered much joy from the Autumn leaves. Thanks for your photos.
Take care,
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Thank you for the kind words and support Ali. I love your summary that it will take us listening and acting together. To hopeful transitions.
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Leadership is so important. Yet, just like each vote matters, each citizen matters. It will take actions big and small from each of us.
Keep sharing you photos and shining your light.
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Agreed Ali. It will take all of us working for positive change. Thank you for leading and shining. 🙏
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I’m so happy for your new changes – new job and newer car. Is the phone system for cell phone? What a great purpose of your services. I’m also hopeful for our country. The pressing matter at hand is to develop the vaccine for the virus, facing it objectively rather than denying it. This monster won’t fade away by itself.
I love the fall colors. Thank you for sharing and enjoy your new job, Brad.
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Thank you Miriam. The caption phone system can work with landline, cell, or wifi. Fall is a beautiful time for photography and reflection. I hope the vaccine works as expected for those who want it. Take care.
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Love the fall foliage….great pics!! I couldn’t agree more on your call for reform….term limits across the board and eliminate permanent salary and benefits!!! That would be a great place to start!!
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Fall is a wonderful time to be out photographing and leaf peeping! We will have to fight for reform if we really want it.
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Congratulations on the new job, Brad. It’s a time of transition for many. I’ve also just made a huge career change. Yes, time to break out of survival mentality.🙂 A continued happy Autumn to you!
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Thanks Julie. Kudos on your new work/ career! May it bring you satisfaction and blessings.
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An uplifting post with lovely photos, and good news indeed, Brad. I’m happy for you! Congrats and wishing you Godspeed.
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Thank you Cynthia.
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Congratulations, Brad! I’m so happy for you and your expanding hope is palpable! Sending love your way! Gorgeous fall photos 😍
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Thanks Ka. Hope is a tender sprout.
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Yes, Brad, right now it’s very delicate.
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Agreed.
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A perfect poem for the season and the transitions in our country, Brad. I love your excitement and your call for graciousness. Good luck with the new job too!
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Thank you Diana. May we be good and gracious examples.
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I’m trying hard. 🙂
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🙂
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Brad, I am SO happy for you. You deserve every blessing imaginable. For the first time in 4 years, I have hope for the future and believe positive change and equality for all is not only possible but imminent. Take good care and stay safe! ❤️
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Hi Tanya. I’m delighted to see you back in WP land! I’ve missed you and your authentic writing. I’m was so excited for the job but it wasn’t as I expected so I just quit! Thank goodness for hope and the willingness to keep moving forward. I look forward to connecting with you again. be well.
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Thanks so much, Brad. Feels good to be back! I am so sorry about the job, but good for you for knowing it wasn’t right and quitting. Life’s too damn short. Forward is the only way. I am looking forward to connecting with you again, as well. Take good care, Brad. Big hug.
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Thanks Tanya!
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Beautiful photography…
Happy Autumn!
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Thanks and welcome!
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👍…🙏
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Happy for you, hope that America does heal, we need you guys.
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Thank you Michael. Yes, we need to heal and step up our leadership.
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Congratulations on the awesome new job. It sounds just right. I’m hoping with you!
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Thank you JoAnna. It wasn’t a good fit after all but I’m glad I tried.
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Well, you never know til you try, and every exploration has lessons, or at least knowledge. I admire your positive attitude. Sending best wishes for a better fit.
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Thanks JoAnna!
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Yes, hope is in the air… just have to try and get through the next two months so we can actually get him in there.
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Agreed!
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Beautiful pictures and writing! Thank you for sharing these words, great reminder for all!
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Thank you for visiting and connecting Tiffany. Blessings, Brad.
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Love that you have found a job in service Brad, And I expect you get to meet many people too with your job.. and love the fact at last I am catching up with your posts..
Yes Great Changes, and some unexpected ones on the horizon I feel.. ‘Autumn Reflections; may well span into Winter and Spring….. But what ever happens in the changes… I know all was meant to be..
love your image too Brad… love the colourful leaves. 🙂 floating in the water….. May we all continue within the flow.. 🙂 🙏💖
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Thanks Sue. It’s nice to have you visiting and connecting. There have been moments of grace and flow even with the crazy year. Stay well. 🙂 🙏💖
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We have to keep those moments too Brad close to our hearts.. ❤ 🙂
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yes we do. 💞
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Lovely!💖 I also made one in the same topic and I hope you read that yoo💖 Have a good day and God bless 💖
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Thank you. I appreciate you reaching out and will explore your post. blessings, Brad
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Hope you’re enjoying your new job and feeling a part of something greater, as we all hope to ⭐️
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Thanks but that didn’t work out and I’m doing something else. Oops!
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Nothing wrong with another new beginning 🙂
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Beautiful pictures of colour and love to hear of your happy changes. Onwards and upwards❤️ happy days x much love x
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Thank you Barbara. Life keeps changing, and we try to keep up! Hugs…
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so lovely!
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Thanks Neha!
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