May all of your days be filled with wonders! ~Bette A. Stevens, Maine author http://www.4writersandreaders.com
A writer inspired by nature and human nature

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Comments on: "May you experience…" (25)
Lovely, Bette.
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Thank you, Robbie! ❤ xo
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Beautiful, Bette. But you know I can’t resist butterflies. 🙂
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Same here, Norah! We just have to Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Follow The Magic! 🙂 Have a lovely week, my friend. xo
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Thanks, Bette. You too!
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The image and the thought vie with each other to outshine! Both are equally beautiful. Thanks for sharing Bette.
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So glad you stopped by to enjoy the beauty, Balroop. Blessings and love to you and yours! ❤ xo
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Thanks 🙂
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This is so beautiful. Bette. It’s soothing to look upon.
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Thanks, Micki! Soothing is just what we need more of… ❤ xo
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Have a wonderful weekend, Bette! 👌
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Ditto, Janice! ❤ xo
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Beautiful post, Bette. The image is gorgeous and I love John O’Donohue. Thanks for sharing. ❤
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So glad you stopped by to enjoy them, Diana! ❤ xo
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Bette, you find the most appropriate words! Thanks for sharing
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Thanks, Mattie! Have a beautiful weekend, my friend. 🙂 xo
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Beautiful!
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Words and wings…couldn’t resist! ❤ xo
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Charming expression & photo! Thank you, dear Bette! Have a nice week! 🙂
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Thank you, Maria! 🙂 xo
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Good evening Bette 🐞
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