tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post5972965126180133697..comments2023-09-29T10:17:47.133+02:00Comments on Life Through Reflections...: Halfway Through...Zuzanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02137958790178864561noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-22318925753772835932011-01-17T14:59:23.643+01:002011-01-17T14:59:23.643+01:00Elizabeth, LSL (welcome;), Arti, Ines, Brian, The ...Elizabeth, LSL (welcome;), Arti, Ines, Brian, The Bach, adrielle, Laura, Doreen, Stevie, Amelia, Myrna, Betsy, Nessa, ladyfi, Dulce, Jill, Mimi, Scribe, Rajesh, Foxglove, Ann, Philip, Jeanine, sprinkles, Christine, Tina, Sandy and Jerry – thank you all for your kind words.<br /><br />Indeed, this winter is passing in a different way than the previous ones ever were, even though already last year I tried to greet it with an undying optimism.;) It seems that positive thinking attract positive things.<br /><br />Thank you all for your lovely visits and comments.<br /><br />Xoxo<br />ZuzanaZuzanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02137958790178864561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-71950360914452835442011-01-17T12:14:22.764+01:002011-01-17T12:14:22.764+01:00I am pleased to see that you are calmly reveling i...I am pleased to see that you are calmly reveling in the wonder of winter.Jerryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04278403041887060649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-8245211052076324622011-01-17T04:25:30.849+01:002011-01-17T04:25:30.849+01:00Winter used to get to me, too. The being cut off f...Winter used to get to me, too. The being cut off from people because of the snowfall could cause some serious cabin fever. I think the Internet as well as a changed heart have opened me to the possibilities of this time of year.<br /><br />Thanks for this beautiful post.SandyCarlsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10752798823532580733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-17203388746327398402011-01-17T03:37:01.283+01:002011-01-17T03:37:01.283+01:00I am glad to know you survived December alright, w...I am glad to know you survived December alright, with sunnier-than-normal conditions(December for me felt like one long, dark night, actually) and are still feeling happy thus far into the new year. <br />A sunny day in winter, with a little bit of thaw makes for a happy day for me, as well(had one of those today, in fact).Gal Fridayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00643821953484820115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-45593334310356944072011-01-16T23:43:59.066+01:002011-01-16T23:43:59.066+01:00Hello dear Zuzana!
I've been "off the ra...Hello dear Zuzana!<br /><br />I've been "off the radar" so-to-speak for a couple weeks I guess... within that time I have discovered a lot about myself - some that I already knew, and others that truly opened my eyes...<br /><br />One of those was coming to terms with winter and the depression I always associated with it... and just like you I haven't had the "winter blues" like I've had in the past - plus I've come to the realization that I don't have to dread winter anymore - that I have more control over my mind than I give myself credit for... and once I realized that it was such a tremendous feeling! <br /><br />I wanted to make sure to stop by and say "hi" to my dear friend - sorry I've been absent lately! <br /><br />Hope all is well with you!<br /><br />((Hugs!))<br />ChristineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-39274547880594537432011-01-16T23:33:54.139+01:002011-01-16T23:33:54.139+01:00Just hearing we're only half way through winte...Just hearing we're only half way through winter is enough to depress me. <br /><br />We got a lot of snow early on though and it eventually melted. We've been pretty lucky since then that the winter has been fairly mild. I'm ready for spring though!sprinkleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09081967372702276914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-27575740830373577842011-01-16T22:30:05.036+01:002011-01-16T22:30:05.036+01:00here, today is one of those dark dreary days where...here, today is one of those dark dreary days where the sky is crying icy droplets that chill to the bone - not one of my favorites, for sure! my leo spirit needs the touch and warmth of the sun! a nice winterwhitescape, even a cold one, would not be so bad - as long as the sky is blue and the sun bright - but, alas, not to be for today - perhaps tomorrow - <br /><br />always so lovely here in your part of the world, zuzana - what beautiful images you are generous enough to share!!! thank you!GYPSYWOMANhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03042621041213415958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-52560349124914620802011-01-16T22:02:24.448+01:002011-01-16T22:02:24.448+01:00No doubt every season does have its own beauty and...No doubt every season does have its own beauty and charm. Wishing you a great new week ahead!Phivos Nicolaideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09149376242558001013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-64273006392867270422011-01-16T17:49:37.950+01:002011-01-16T17:49:37.950+01:00I don't know if it is because of where I now l...I don't know if it is because of where I now live or because the accumulation of years has seemed to settle me a bit but I too used to be very unsettled this time of the year! But not any longer (most of the time anyway!). I really do try to enjoy the now - even if my feet are cold during the winter or the sweat is running down my back in the summer! Aging truly is a blessing in more ways than just the obvious!<br />have a great week, dear Zuzana!<br />AnnChristmas-etc...https://www.blogger.com/profile/02300341297230365524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-82626405209362047042011-01-16T15:15:42.330+01:002011-01-16T15:15:42.330+01:00The cycles and seasons of life are quiet amazing a...The cycles and seasons of life are quiet amazing and I am looking forward to the approach of Autumn as our summers are very hot and feel very long but to see the beauty and the joys of summer are lessons I am trying to learn. <br />I love your photos and your spring days will soon shine again!!!<br /><br />Have a warm and beautiful Sunday. xFoxglovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16570433029463916044noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-49737545006357675182011-01-16T11:13:56.096+01:002011-01-16T11:13:56.096+01:00Beautiful shots of mi winter. Soon warm glow of Su...Beautiful shots of mi winter. Soon warm glow of Sun will be back.Rajeshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10325697671806865458noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-37559092982470166582011-01-16T02:38:28.470+01:002011-01-16T02:38:28.470+01:00The winter doldrums pass very quickly when other h...The winter doldrums pass very quickly when other happier thoughts take their place (Wink);-)Cat in the roadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08750991796476172718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-46841903507221627632011-01-16T01:43:11.647+01:002011-01-16T01:43:11.647+01:00Hi Zuzana, I love your snow-covered lanterns.
I...Hi Zuzana, I love your snow-covered lanterns.<br />I'm beginning to feel the first tentative strands of spring trickle through the winter days, and evenings are just the tiniest bit longer.<br />I'm with you re seeing a purpose in nature and seasons, but like you, only recently. The wisdom of age?!!<br />I hope we get more snow before we wave goodbye to winter.Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100985140335023467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-61473094021633883032011-01-16T01:34:42.771+01:002011-01-16T01:34:42.771+01:00I feel incredulous that we are midway! We are in t...I feel incredulous that we are midway! We are in the midst of VERY cold although the sun did shine today. To find contentment when you have previously found yourself to be blue is truly a triumphant. <br /><br />Wonderful photos.Jill from Killeny Glenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13639521470702814007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-77991960105296928222011-01-15T20:52:59.113+01:002011-01-15T20:52:59.113+01:00I believe that for us to enjoy the summer and spri...I believe that for us to enjoy the summer and spring completely we must have enoyed the winter...<br /><br /> I am glad you do not get drepressed any more because of it and instead accept it... I don't think I could... but sometimes i miss a bit (only) of that lots of snow you have up there in that beautiful country<br /><br />;)Dulçe ♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/14958592985938279356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-62689707352020118602011-01-15T18:36:15.777+01:002011-01-15T18:36:15.777+01:00I agree - this winter has passed very quickly! Wit...I agree - this winter has passed very quickly! With early snows over here in October, it's been white and light for ages! <br /><br />I love your magical winter photos.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-50633709876653399902011-01-15T18:21:57.467+01:002011-01-15T18:21:57.467+01:00I think I am learning the acceptance you mention. ...I think I am learning the acceptance you mention. Tuning into nature's cycles can teach us so much and add to our physical, mental and spiritual health. Winter reminds us to rest and rebuild our energy.Nessahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07779269921583131094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-70574273351004001482011-01-15T17:15:16.378+01:002011-01-15T17:15:16.378+01:00I have to admit I'm one of the rare people who...I have to admit I'm one of the rare people who love winter. But I don't have to leave the house every day and contend with the cold. It's much more enjoyable to stay in my little home and enjoy the snow from the window! The Mister has a bit of that emotional low that comes with the cold and lack of daylight. He loves spring and summer. I'm glad you're enjoying it a bit more this time! And I can't believe it's half way through! Wow! Before long we'll be seeing the crocus peaking through the ground!Betsy Brockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06807795605763246015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-10713227704765307162011-01-15T16:38:22.613+01:002011-01-15T16:38:22.613+01:00Lovely photos and it's nice that you are harmo...Lovely photos and it's nice that you are harmonizing with the seasons. For me - I think I'd still have a difficult time with that much snow.Myrna R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15088915165678737118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-70885423639020244912011-01-15T16:23:13.003+01:002011-01-15T16:23:13.003+01:00"...every season has grown to encompass a nov...<i><b>"...every season has grown to encompass a novel meaning in my eyes."</b></i><br /><br />This view, is what I try for. To concentrate on whatever season I happen to be in. Even though I do prefer some to others...<br /><br />But may I wonder, if your new found happiness/contentment, is in some way due to "the someone new"? :-)<br /><br />Hugs & ♥'s...<br />'Cause Valentine Day is coming!Auntie sezzzzzz...https://www.blogger.com/profile/16170232476926222740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-29910831794562642302011-01-15T16:17:48.801+01:002011-01-15T16:17:48.801+01:00Our recent snow/ice pack is slowing melting away. ...Our recent snow/ice pack is slowing melting away. Yesterday, as I paused before climbing the steps to my front porch, I noticed 1/2 inch narcissus shoots poking their heads up from the ground. Spring is my favorite time of the year. Everything is fresh and new. And my yard is always pretty in the Spring. <br /><br />I'm glad to hear that the winter doldrums haven't gotten you down this year. Bravo for bright sunny days!steviewrenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14233066158555762167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-84755238306464951422011-01-15T15:30:53.445+01:002011-01-15T15:30:53.445+01:00here in Michigan we just got hit with a big snow s...here in Michigan we just got hit with a big snow storm. up until now we had very little snow, 15" below average for this time of year. very blustery out right now. I am staying inside today!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13347204411744571682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-50086942146183811342011-01-15T14:03:10.049+01:002011-01-15T14:03:10.049+01:00deep wisdom here my friend...learning to accept an...deep wisdom here my friend...learning to accept and be present to the rhythm of the seasons instead of struggling against them.Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15349928247626849914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-8345212930985419972011-01-15T13:20:56.218+01:002011-01-15T13:20:56.218+01:00What a blessing to have surmounted your annual dep...What a blessing to have surmounted your annual depression! We are still very much in the deep freeze of winter here in Minnesota where the only colors available for the searching eyes are whites, blues, grays, browns and tans. Slowly though, with a persistence mustered from somewhere unknown, I am finding beauty in it. You are one of the few who have helped me to do so! Beautiful pictures and words as always my friend :)adrielleroyalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15330513833416071176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6784042461030289587.post-49009036871766847722011-01-15T13:05:11.444+01:002011-01-15T13:05:11.444+01:00Zuzana
Winter is hopefully flying by! Yeah... Janu...Zuzana<br />Winter is hopefully flying by! Yeah... January is half gone and the sun is beginning to shine a little longer each day. Let's promise to live each day with sunshine in our hearts and wait for that first fresh sprout of new life. Have a great weekend, my friend.<br />:) Lord Thomas of WellngtonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com