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"I’m always researching and exploring new methods to enhance the positive impact of everything I do. The most recent posts in this section help explain why I created it and offer insight into the thoughts and intentions behind my approach."
Color, Words, and Wellness: How Visual Choices Shape Emotional HealthVisual elements—like color, words, and imagery—can have a quiet but powerful impact on how we feel. Whether we’re looking at a poster, scrolling through social media, or simply…
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Cultivating Your Inner Garden: Why Beauty and Positive Words Blossom into Health and Wellness, Even on Your ScreensIn our fast-paced, often demanding world, it's easy to overlook the subtle yet profound impact of our immediate environment on our…
It doesn't have to be perfect, it is the sharing of a simple word, a simple shape that conveys thought. It may not last long or it may last a while, it is an act of thought turned into action for the creator. Each action may be seen and then others…
"Daily Dose of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site.
As the monarchs begin their journey south, our view of nature starts to change. We will see more of the bees, butterflies, and birds that remain as the season continues to shift.
Soon,…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty at the Waterfront Trail
With my Daily Dose of Beauty, I have been sharing two images each day. Today’s other image is the match to this one.
Sometimes you see one thing clearly in focus, then make a small adjustment and discover…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty at the Waterfront Trail.
The magnificent Monarch. 🦋
Sadly, this one has a damaged wing, but there is still beauty in its journey. Despite the damage, it continues to move, continues to seek nourishment, and continues doing what…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty at Gold Point Wildlife Reserve.
I spend a lot of time walking—about 5 km each day. Where and how I choose to walk can make a difference in what I experience along the way.
I could walk indoors or at a gym, and sometimes that may…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site.
It is not always about the butterflies, although I certainly love them. Photographing butterflies has become one of my passions—following them, patiently waiting, capturing those brief…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site.
For those who may not know, my favourite butterfly is the magnificent Monarch Butterfly. I look forward to this time of year because here in Oshawa, we begin seeing more of them as they…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site.
I share two images each day, and today’s two photographs offer different views of the same butterfly. You could think of this one as looking up, while the other is looking down. Same…"
"🦋🌸 Daily Dose of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
This little beauty is one of the more active butterflies I encounter. It rarely seems to stop for more than a few seconds before quickly moving on.
Sometimes getting a photo simply…"
"🦋🌸 Daily Dose Of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
This little skipper was so small, resting quietly on a flower—and then, just like that, it was gone.
Sometimes skippers come and go so quickly that all you see is a tiny dark speck…"
"🦋🌸 Daily Dose Of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
One of the things I love about walking here is the seemingly endless combination of flowers and butterflies. On some days, there are so many that it can be difficult to know where to…"
"🌿 Daily Dose of Beauty at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site 🌿
👀 What made me look up?
I had stopped for a moment—just taking a pause and beginning to appreciate the beauty around me. The garden I was interested in was in front of me, but I…"
"🦋 Daily Dose of Beauty — Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
Have you ever stopped and wondered why?
We are curious by nature, and sometimes when we pause and look a little closer, we begin to notice details we might otherwise miss.
Look at the…"
"🌸 Daily Dose of Beauty — Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
Each day I go out, the experience is a little different. What catches my eye changes with the weather, the light, the season, my mood, and even the time of day.
After more than 15 years…"
"🦋 Daily Dose Of Beauty — Waterfront Trail 🌿
Surprises can come at any time, often when we least expect them.
I headed out along the Waterfront Trail hoping to photograph Monarchs, and I was fortunate enough to see five different species of…"
"Daily Dose of Beauty — Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
Two images shared today, one dragonfly from two different views.
Sometimes you get lucky. Dragonflies often do not stay in one place for long, and even a little movement toward them can…"
"Daily Dose Of Beauty — Parkwood Estate National Historic Site
Today’s image is paired with another image I shared—one focuses on the flowers, while the other focuses on the statue. Each offers its own kind of beauty and a different way of seeing the…"