Quiet Hour – a welcome break in often fast and furious days. Since I’m retired, I can make time for quietness whenever I choose to – one of the many blessings of this phase in my life. My blog is about being, although doing is part of being, being is more than doing. Making space for quiet time is an integral part of the shift from doing to being. SH, a brave guest-host this week, invites us to share, through our photography, how we experience Quiet in our lives.
A bench on Orcas Island, WA facing Rosario Strait, welcomes wanderers to stop for a moment and soak in the peace and quiet of this lovely place.
It’s early morning, the sun is just up and mist lifts from the waters of Odell Lake in central Oregon. Stillness is accompanied by the gentle lapping of water on shore.
A Western Swallowtail wafted by me and settled on a branch of holly by my deck. As I watched, it gently fluttered its wings a few times then spread them to absorb sunlight.
There is no breeze, the tide is out and our sun will disappear behind the earth soon.
Lindy Low LeCoq 
Hi Lindy, I have a password, but this seems easier : )
Taking in these photos helps me remember to breathe. Thank you.
Barbara
I’m happy my post brought you some peace 🐾🐾
Beautiful photographs Lindy and I love the peaceful sanctuary you have created with nature’s guidance too 🌿💚🍃
Thank you, Zenia! I’m sorry not to have replied earlier. Not sure why, but accessing posts from word press has become really difficult, so I haven’t been able to see your posts and comment. I’ll be trying to figure that out after I return from my fishing trip to home and regular WiFi 🐾🐾
Lindy, I love there beautiful, quiet places. I’d love to sit on that bench on Orcas Island.
Thank you Beth. That’s is a favorite of mine too!!
By the ocean, in a garden, and surrounded by nature are perfect ways to enjoy quiet hours. Beautiful post, Lindy.
Thank you! I’m dismally behind in responding, due to issues being able to read and reply through my word press site. I’m working on it as soon as I’m back to my home WiFi .
Not a problem at all, Lindy. Thanks.
Great photos Lindy. I love the bench contrast against the water.
Thank you John. I’ve been unable to see other posts and comment on my word press site for a while.
I plan to look into the problem when I get back to my home wifi!
Such a calm and peaceful post Lindy, I loved it. I can imagine you enjoying the quiet of the day or the evening surrounded by the things you love. Wonderful response for the week.
Thank you Tina!
I’m having trouble reading and responding to other people’s posts through the word press site. I’ll try to figure it out once I’m home and on our WiFi. Any suggestions?!?