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ON SIMPLICITY......................


 
   SIMPLE............... 


EXTRAORDINARY..............


"IT'S THE SIMPLE THINGS IN LIFE THAT ARE THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY."

Paulo Coelho
    Photos Courtesy: Flikr , "La Vie Claire"


Just a Short Note:  Today my story is being featured on Crescendo-Art Saves......If you are interested.....please click on icon in side-bar.

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  1. UnknownJune 21, 2010 at 10:19 AM

    So beautifully presented & profound a statement.

    Have a beau-TEA-ful week.
    TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon

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  2. KimmyJune 21, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Greetings Jo,
    I read your lovely story on Crescendoh and it was very inspiring. I left a comment for you there as well.
    Have a most lovely Monday, cheers!

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  3. VictoriaJune 21, 2010 at 1:02 PM

    Beautiful...well said..and gorgeous photos!

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  4. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresJune 21, 2010 at 1:03 PM

    Hi Jo, congrats. Enjoyed reading your story. So wonderful to know that you have overcome. You can only do that for yourself. Everyone has to find their own way. Best wishes for a great week, Tammy

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  5. CreateologyJune 21, 2010 at 2:33 PM

    I do so love simple and this is a perfect example. Thank you for sharing.

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  6. Auntie sezzzzzz...June 21, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    Oh how Simplicity calls.

    And how hard it can be, to heed the call.

    The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak, so to speak.

    -le sigh-

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  7. VM Creation AtelierJune 21, 2010 at 3:15 PM

    Oh,HOW I am agree with you,dear JO:-)*
    SOoooo nice photos do you makes always and you maked it always realy fabulos with you special make over...

    I would like to share with you my last post,my dear,ddear Friend!

    http://vmcreation-atelier.blogspot.com/2010/06/celebrate-june-20-21-is-very-important.html

    Love,
    ***Violetta***

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  8. Julie MarieJune 21, 2010 at 3:53 PM

    Oh Jo, yes, we do think so much alike! Love your post, and congratulations on being featured! xoxo Julie Marie

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  9. AnonymousJune 21, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    oh so simple and oh so true!

    hope you have a great night!

    ciao bella
    creative carmelina

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  10. Grandma Yellow HairJune 21, 2010 at 5:24 PM

    Love this post and will click on your being featured at Cresendo
    That is wonderful news ...congrats
    Love
    Maggie

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  11. AndreaJune 21, 2010 at 7:17 PM

    The picture you asked about on Arise 2 Write is one I took a year or so of MaryGrace when she and I went to Lewis Genter Botanical gardens to see the butterfly exhibit.
    Blessings, andrea

    PS: Thank you for your prayers, encouragement, and support.

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  12. The MuseJune 21, 2010 at 8:57 PM

    Amen!

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  13. Privet and HollyJune 21, 2010 at 9:16 PM

    Fantastic pictures!
    And the words are spot-on, as well :}
    Love visiting you.
    xx Suzanne

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  14. Vicki/JakeJune 21, 2010 at 9:20 PM

    DANG. it's late and I just wanted to peek here before I put everything to sleep...
    I'll come back tomorrow and read your other post..

    Love the simplicity!

    Have a great tomorrow Jo :)

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  15. The Quintessential MagpieJune 22, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    Jo, I am so proud of you! Thank you for sharing your story, and I'm thrilled for you that you were featured on that website. You go, girl! :-)

    I didn't see a place to leave comments there, so I'm back here to leave this one. I'm so glad that creativity has been so therapeutic for you. I think your comments about that are spot on, and I also think that your story will help others. You were so sweet to share, and I hope you are blessed a hundred fold in return.

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  16. Anne LorysJune 22, 2010 at 9:53 AM

    Congrats! I loved reading you story!
    And I meant to tell you how much I enjoyed seeing your creative space, too. :-)

    Have a wonderful Tuesday!
    Anne

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  17. Pat GillJune 22, 2010 at 2:20 PM

    Beautiful blog and pictures! Thanks for stopping by my 'space-in-progress'!!
    Lots of love, Pat, A Remade Life

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  18. KarenaJune 22, 2010 at 11:01 PM

    So so true, wonderful sentiments and images.

    I have a Giveaway on my site, do join in!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  19. UnknownJune 23, 2010 at 12:45 PM

    I always think..less is More!
    And I think its true..understated but nice or elegant you hit the nail on the head! Are you my long lost twin?? lol

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  20. Old Time CindyJune 24, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    That is one is one of my favorite quotes as it is so true!
    Country Blessings,
    Cindy

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