Wednesday

Grateful for the Abundance

Both abundance and lack exist simultaneously in our lives, as parallel realities. It is always our conscious choice which secret garden we will tend ... when we choose not to focus on what is missing from our lives but are grateful for the abundance that's present-love, health, family, friends, work, the joys of nature, and personal pursuits that bring us pleasure-the wasteland of illusion falls away and we experience heaven on earth. 
~ Sarah Ban Breathnach
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21 comments:

  1. MarcieMarch 16, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    I think we're all grateful for what we have these days. And - what a stunning image..a perfect moment captured!

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  2. SouthernSassMarch 16, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Lovely post Kerri! I am truly grateful for all that we have. Stunning photo!

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  3. DawnMarch 16, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    I have never seen one in flight so close and beautiful!
    Stunning.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    That is a great capture, love the movement. Wonderful shot my friend!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Wonderful photo and the quote - so true!

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  6. TexWisGirlMarch 16, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Love both the image and that touching and true quote. I prefer to count my blessing rather than my lack...

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  7. UnknownMarch 16, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Beautiful picture! Thanks for the nudge: it's on what we choose to place our focus. Who knows that better than a photographer?

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  8. DonnaMarch 16, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Kerri, where do you live that you have access to such beautiful animals?

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  9. TammyMarch 16, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I love how you combine your pictures with quotes...they always seem to fit so well.

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  10. the wild magnoliaMarch 16, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Wonderful quote, so full of the "secret garden truth", what a blessings to discover.

    Stellar shot, how do manage it, with such consistency?

    Have a great day!

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  11. EG CameraGirlMarch 16, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Great shot, Kerri. And I believe the quote is all so true! We all need to think more about the abundance in our lives and pay less attention to what we lack.

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  12. happyoneMarch 16, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    A terrific capture.
    When we are thankful, its hard to be unhappy.

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  13. Ruth HiebertMarch 16, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    An amazing capture and the truth in the quote is equally amazing.Thanks.

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  14. UnknownMarch 16, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Another great shot Kerri! I love the motion and how you captured such a fleeting moment!

    PS - Thanks for the email...much appreciated!

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  15. IngridMarch 16, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Beautiful capture and quote. Yes! I am truly grateful.

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  16. Julie G.March 16, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    A most beautiful quote and image! Always a positive, delightful experience to visit your fabulous blog.

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  17. cindyzlogicMarch 16, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Nice action shot, Kerri!

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  18. Theresa MacNaughtonMarch 16, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Such a beautiful photograph (love that little treat in his beaks) with beautiful words to go with it! Theresa

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  19. SandyCarlsonMarch 16, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    This wonderful image and beautiful thought have helped me rethink myself. Thanks.

    "Me, my thoughts are flower-strewn...."

    God bless!

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  20. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    Beautiful photo. I'll bet he doesn't waste his time fretting over what he does and doesn't have.

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  21. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    That quote is timely , Kerri.
    Now and always.

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