Archive for the ‘Quote’ Tag

American Avocets Painting   Leave a comment

American Avocets — Painting by kenne

These long-legged waders have long necks,
thin bills, and striking patterns. They forage i
n shallow water for small invertebrates. 
In the Sonoran Desert, they often nest around artificial ponds.

— kenne

Seed Pod Art   Leave a comment

Seed Pod Art by kenne

“In times of change, learners inherit the earth,
while the learned find themselves beautifully
equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.”

― Eric Hoffer

 

 

 

Patio Lights and Fountain In Black and White   2 comments

Patio Lights and Fountain In Black and White — Image by kenne

The free soul is rare, but you know it when you see it —

basically, because you feel good, very good,

when you are near or with them.

— Charles Bukowski

Another Sonoran Sunset   7 comments

Sonoran Sunset — Painting by kenne

“To know a person’s religion we need not listen to his profession of faith but must find his brand of intolerance.”

— Eric Hoffer

Male Phainopepla   Leave a comment

Male Phainopepla — Photo-artistry by kenne

Every time we think about improving,
we should do it holistically.
Real growth, understanding,
and awakening come from
nourishing our body, mind,
and soul together.

— Raffaello Palandri

Capitol Reef Painting   3 comments

Capitol  Reef Painting by kenne

“The desert is a natural extension of the inner silence of the body.”

— Jean Baudrillard

 

Bee On Wildflower   Leave a comment

Bee On Wildflower — Photo-artistry by kenne

“Every day we face many events.
Some of these may have an impact on our lives.
It is up to us choosing how to act, without
labelling what happens as positive or negative.
We are in control.”

—  Raffaello Palandri

Patio In Black and White   Leave a comment

Patio In Black and White — Image by kenne

“Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.”

— Gary Synder

 

 

Capitol Reef National Park   1 comment

Capitol Reef National Park — Image by kenne

“You have to see and experience it yourself to understand what beauty we have around us.”

 

Silhouettes At Sunset   Leave a comment

Silhouettes At Sunset

“Learners inherit the earth,
while the learned find themselves
beautifully equipped to deal with
a world that no longer exists.”

— Eric Hoffer

Sharing A Sunset   5 comments

Granddad Sharing a Sunset with Kenne Jaxon (03/15/17)

The deeper we walk into our inner journey,
the better we become aware, understand,
and deal with our fears, anxiety, and pain by
finding our real purpose and truest being.

— Raffaello Palandri

Fall, The Grand Finale   Leave a comment

Fall In The Santa Catalina Mountains — Image by kenne

“Fall has always been my favorite season. The time when everything bursts with its last beauty,
as if nature had been saving up all year for the grand finale.”

— Lauren DeStefano

Welcome Change   1 comment

Morning Sky — Image by kenne

“People are often afraid of change just because they do not trust themselves enough.
When you welcome change you also learn, grow, and develop a better version of yourself.”

— Raffacllo Palandri

Democracy is a Luxury When You Cannot Pay Your Bills   2 comments

“Down and Out” — Abstract by kenne

The idea that democracy is a luxury when you cannot pay your bills reveals the depth of disconnection
between the state of financial struggle and the foundation of democratic values, highlighting
the ignorance about the mechanisms that allow societies to grow and improve.

— Raffaello Palandri

Golden Fall Colors In Sabino Canyon   1 comment

Golden Fall Colors In Sabino Canyon — Image by kenne

The golden age is before us, not behind us.

— William Shakespeare