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Photographer John E. Walker in Oshawa, Nov 29, 2025, at Friends of Second Marsh.

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  • 🌿💙Health, Wellness & the Wisdom of a Winter Morning

    Out on the trail this morning, I was gifted a moment of quiet beauty — a Black-capped Chickadee perched on a frost-covered red osier dogwood branch. ❄️🐦

    There’s something powerful in this tiny bird.

    Chickadees are symbols of resilience, joy, and lightness of spirit. Even in the harshest winter months, they stay active, curious, and full of life. They don’t wait for perfect conditions — they simply make the best of what’s in front of them. And there’s a lesson in that for all of us.

    As I stood there taking in the colours, I felt the message clearly:

    • The deep red branches — a reminder of strength, vitality, and the life-force running through us

    • The white snow crystals — purity, clarity, and the power of a fresh start

    • The soft tones of the chickadee — calm, balance, and gentle courage

    • The blue shadows in the background — peace, reflection, and inner stillness

    Nature always speaks if we’re willing to listen. And today it whispered:
    Take care of yourself. Slow down. Find small moments of joy. They are medicine.

    Health and wellness aren’t just about the big milestones — they’re built in the quiet, everyday choices:

    🌱 a few minutes of fresh air 🚶‍♂️ a short walk that becomes a longer one
    🧠 the thoughts we feed our mind
    💚 the love we offer ourselves

    Even stopping to appreciate a single beautiful image can calm your mind and lift your spirit. Beauty is a form of healing, too.

    And always remember — Love Is For Everyone, including you.
    Take a moment today to breathe, reset, and give yourself the same care you offer so freely to others.

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  • I truly appreciate the beauty of nature, and I enjoy your eye for capturing beautiful images. You don’t have to post every week; posting every second week or even monthly would be perfectly fine. With so many options to choose from, it takes time to fully appreciate each picture. There are 21 choices to go through, and I can select the images I want to save. The words "love," "compassion," and "community" resonate deeply with me, as they convey a sense of connection and empathy. I really enjoy this aspect of the network. Thanks for being awesome!
  • Wow, just beautiful pictures. Great eye my friend.
  • My favorite color purple and with the bees snd butterflies, just beautiful. Thank you for sharing this wonderful images.
  • Just beautiful John, Im was out today and it was so nice just to feel the sun again. How can I support you this week?
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