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Wordless Wednesday: #Serenity in a Desert Spring

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For Wordless Wednesday, let your images tell the story.

desert honeysuckles

“Serenity is the peaceful reply to a loving thought.” – Harold Bockor

desert sunrise
Desert Sunrise

“Tranquility, serenity, and beauty of nature taught me how to find happiness in life and in the silence of eternity.” – Debasish Mridha

Sharing for Lens- Artists Serenity and Dawn’s Spring Festival

We’re in the midst of planning details for my father’s upcoming memorial service. Please join me Sunday for the theme of “FLIGHT” for Sunday Stills Photo Challenge.

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50 responses to “Wordless Wednesday: #Serenity in a Desert Spring”

  1. Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com Avatar
    Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com

    Your desert sunrise picture is lovely and really captures the soft serenity of the desert southwest.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Janis! It’s been nice to see late spring in the desert this trip.

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  2. Sofia Alves Avatar
    Sofia Alves

    So sorry for your loss, Terri. I love the golden feel of your shots, they are indeed serene.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Sofia. These are from our first morning here. Very apropos 😊

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  3. Prior... Avatar
    Prior…

    condolences for your father and hope the service goes well.
    Also, I liked your serenity post here and the daffodils in the opening of the post were so interesting front and across the left like that was very creative

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks so much, Yvette! All will be well. It’s weird to be here and not see my dad. 🥺

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      1. Prior... Avatar
        Prior…

        💜 o 💜 o 💜 

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  4. Tina Schell Avatar
    Tina Schell

    The desert has a feeling all its own Terri and you captured it perfectly! I’m sure your father’s service will be perfect. My sympathies for the loss.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Tina! So true about the desert–at least the deserts of the Southwest.

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  5. photobyjohnbo Avatar
    photobyjohnbo

    Terri, I love that desert sunrise photo! I need to get up earlier when I am in Arizona. >grin<

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, John! My brother’s home in Fountain Hills has a front row seat–at 5:30 am 😦

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  6. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
    D. Wallace Peach

    Beautiful and serene, Terri. Beautiful sunrises to start my “rainy” day. 🙂

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Diana! I’m glad it’ raining up our way. Hot and dry enough here.

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  7. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    Beautiful photos and lovely quotes, Terri. I am sorry to hear about your Father, Terri. May you and your family being surrounded by serenity. Hugs.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Eugi. It will be nice to gather with our family to say a final farewell to Dad.

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      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Terri.

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  8. Matthew James Avatar
    Matthew James

    Deserts are so unlike anything I have experienced, and so have a mysterious pull on my imagination. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Matthew. There are many kinds of deserts to experience. The deserts of the US Southwest are unique.

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  9. Leanne Cole Avatar
    Leanne Cole

    That looks really stunning Terri, I can see the serenity there.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Leanne. With a few clouds, a desert sunrise or sunset can be magical.

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  10. Hazel Avatar
    Hazel

    I always love sunset, and the desert sunset here looks magnificent.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Hazel! The Scottsdale, Arizona area boast beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

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      1. Hazel Avatar
        Hazel

        Oh, how beautiful! You’re most welcome, Terri

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Thank you, again!

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  11. Shumila Malik Avatar
    Shumila Malik

    Beautiful images! Loved them! ❤️

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you so much!

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  12. Graham Avatar
    Graham

    Very nice sentiments. Love that second photo in particular. I hope all goes well with your father’s memorial service.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Graham! The details are going well. Glad we have time to help with the service.

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  13. Linda Schaub Avatar
    Linda Schaub

    Well, the consolation for the reason for this trip are the beautiful flowers and sunrise. Very nice and the quotes are perfect Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Linda. This was a bonus trip. We’re still planning Dad’s service. A lot of details to deal with not to mention family dynamics. 🤔

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      1. Linda Schaub Avatar
        Linda Schaub

        Well thankfully you got back there at Christmas and enjoyed the family at less-stressful times.

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  14. Debbie D. Avatar
    Debbie D.

    Beautiful captures, Terri, and the serenity must be calming. 💖

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Debbie. You are so right.

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  15. restlessjo Avatar
    restlessjo

    So sad about Dad, Terri. Sending hugs! That was a glorious sunrise xx

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Jo. His journey of 88 yrs was good.

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  16. Retirement Reflections Avatar
    Retirement Reflections

    These photos definitely whisper serenity. Beautiful!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Donna!

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  17. Dawn M. Miller Avatar
    Dawn M. Miller

    Lovely.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Dawn!

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  18. Wandering Dawgs Avatar
    Wandering Dawgs

    Terri, so glad you are finding serenity in the desert. Your images are beautiful and calming.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Beth! I’m very grateful!

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  19. Egídio Avatar
    Egídio

    What a great pair of images you chose for the theme, Terri. The quotes are also profound. Thanks for joining the challenge with these beautiful images. I especially love the serenity in the desert sunrise.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Egidio. I’m relieved to find serenity here as we continue to plan my father’s service. Thank you for the timely theme this week.

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      1. Egídio Avatar
        Egídio

        I’m truly sorry for your loss, Terri. May your father rest in peace, and may you and your family find the strength and serenity to face these difficult times.

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Aww thank you! Serenity indeed! ❤️

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  20. John Avatar
    John

    Ahh the beauty of the desert!! ❤️😊

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I can’t complain, John. This area of Fountain Hills is quite beautiful!

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      1. John Avatar
        John

        I see that. ❤️

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  21. Anne Sandler Avatar
    Anne Sandler

    Beautiful images Terri! The desert always delivers serenity. How can a place so desolate be so beautiful and calming?

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Anne! It’s been hot here but today has cooled down. I prefer mountains and pine trees, but this area is surprisingly beautiful!

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