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“We believe in ordinary acts of bravery,
in the courage that drives one person
to stand up for another.”
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Veronica Roth
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“Your strength doesn’t come from winning.
It comes from struggles and hardship.
Everything that you go through
prepares you for the next level.”
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Germany Kent
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“I love to walk.
Walking is a spiritual journey
and a reflection of living.
Each of us must determine which path to take
and how far to walk;
we must find our own way,
what is right for one may not be for another. ”
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Edie Littlefield Sundby
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“I am the bended, but not broken.
I am the power of the thunderstorm.
I am the beauty in the beast.
I am the strength in weakness.
I am the confidence in the midst of doubt.
I am Her!”
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Kierra C.T. Banks
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“I know that the future seems hard and scary,
but it will get better, I promise.
It’s time for you to move on.
Get going.”
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Asper Blurry
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Photos by Woodland Gnome 2018
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Forest Garden 
your photos are beautiful – each with that quietude and winter mood – and then the quotes with the theme of encouragement and wise perspective on setback made for a nice pairing.
“strength doesn’t come from winning”
wish more people realized this – and I have seen some “ruined or spoiled people” who maybe won a little too much and needed some set back.
and lastly – the “get going” ending – was like an encouraging thump.
We all need a little ‘thump’ from time to time 😉 Those of us of ‘a certain age’ get it, about strength from overcoming adversity. But honestly, don’t we all like winning a bit more ❤ ❤ ❤ ? Thank you for your kind words on the photos. Let us enjoy the seasons as they unfold….
well some winning is needed – or maybe some success or maybe achievement might fit better with my thoughts – cos it fuels and has a place –
but too much winning loses its sweetness – sometimes one win can feel so sweet when it was fought hard for – oh I dunno
cos I have also had success come after such a hard fight it was only laden with bitterness and seriously – most (maybe all) of the joy was lost – sad but true – ya know?
Yes, I do. As my mother used to ask me sometimes, was it worth it? We all experience a balance of light and dark. May your next bit be full of light and joy- ❤ ❤ ❤
oh well it was nothing recent – and not really the case very often – but it does happen – 🙂
but here is to light and joy for both of us…
;0)