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Thoughts for the New Year

Welcome 2024

“Look, I’m not an intellectual. I just take pictures.”

Helmut Lang

You don’t have to wait until things aren’t hard to be happy.

 

“Serenity comes when you trade expectations for acceptance.”

Gautama Buddha

“Nothing goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.”

Pema Chrodren

“Calm is not merely the absence of stress, but the powerful presence of peace.”

Gina Simmons Schneider

 

“I need to be silent awhile, worlds are forming in my heart.”

Meister Eckhart

 

 

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Susan J. Smith
Susan's career includes writing for newspapers, lots of community work and a wonderful family life. Now she is enjoying traveling, photography and writing for DesignDestinations and Grand Rapids Magazine. She welcomes you on her journey and appreciates your comments.

Comments

7 Comments
  1. posted by
    Mary lockrow
    Jan 1, 2024 Reply

    Just what I needed this morning!! Love them all!

  2. posted by
    Linda
    Jan 1, 2024 Reply

    Good advice dear friend!

    • posted by
      Susan J. Smith
      Jan 7, 2024 Reply

      thank you

  3. posted by
    Julie
    Jan 1, 2024 Reply

    Happy New Year Susan – such beautiful photos and inspirational messages – thank you!

    • posted by
      Susan J. Smith
      Jan 7, 2024 Reply

      Thank you, Julie. I hope things are good in your world and that we see you guys when you are in Michigan.

  4. posted by
    Tina Bain
    Jan 2, 2024 Reply

    Perfect sentiments for the start of a new year and any day!

    • posted by
      Susan J. Smith
      Jan 7, 2024 Reply

      Thank you so much.

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