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Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort…

Comfort was allowed to come to them, rare, welcome, unsought: a gift like joy.” Ursula K. LeGuin

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Cozy room, soft pillows, lights, fun...

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Walking in shoes that fit... these are Janet Jackson's not mine.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Crepes, fine wine, good conversation in a tiny cafe...

When I think of the word ’comfort,’ what usually comes to mind is comfort foods, warm blankets, soft pillows, and cute babies, pets or animals enjoying the protection or shelter of loved ones.  It is comforting to see other things that fit under the banner of comfort.  Jodi’s exquisite bowl of soup set the stage for the rest of us to find other suitable examples for the photo challenge. The photos I selected for this challenge vary a little bit, however, I do offer up food, mostly desserts, our family cat Tangy, a few animals and more. I hope you enjoy looking at my contributions to this week’s Photo Challenge – Comfort… ;-)

“Comfort is the only thing our civilization can give us.” Oscar Wilde

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Food ... Paella or Jambalaya will do

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Melt in your mouth macarons

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Soup works... Crayfish soup too

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... An exquisite dessert...

Food is a great comforter and we reach for it for survival and to stave off emotional chaos and pain. Dessert works for some of us; I love macarons and a decorative sweet, while others reach for soups, savory foods or stick to your ribs meals. When we enjoy a well prepared meal, we feel wonderful inside; comforted, hugged and nourished. What foods trigger that warm hugged feeling for you?

“My comfort is that old age, that ill layer-up of beauty, can do no more spoil upon my face.”  William Shakespeare

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Our cat Tangy... all tucked in...

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... A Tapir snoozes in the sand ... happily we hope.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Nyala family relaxing in the summer sun...

Weekly Photo Challenge: Comfort... Mama duck watching her brood...

Comfort can be found in cozy moments of rest in a blanket or just simply on mother earth. We find comfort in snuggling up to our moms, or in a comfy position or place to rest.  Comfort is knowing that someone, somewhere cares… Humans do it, pets and other animals do it too…

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Compassion: We All Need Some…

“A compassionate person develops an eye for spotting the qualities that make each person special. Even when others are at their lowest ebb, it is possible to help them restore their self-belief by keeping a firm, clear vision of their goodness and specialties. Taking a gentle encouraging approach, I must never give up on anyone.” Innerspace

Compassion: Framing Ourselves .. Whirling Dervish via Nour El Refai

No matter where I go or what I do, there are constant reminders of why we, as humans, owe each other a compassionate word; an act of kindness. There is enough strife and sadness in the world that it behooves us to find space in our hearts to show and share some moments of compassion. We could all benefit from a verbal hug or two… I bet the same goes for you too. Right? What makes us all special? Our unique, individual personalities, our personal stories and journeys, our histories, our sadness and joy, our dreams and wishes … us. So, why would anyone want to negate this basic premise? I am who I am and so are you. Why must I become like you or be you? No, Thank you!

“Our task must be to free ourselves… by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.” Albert Einstein

Seeking Compassion: Tobe in Sudan via Jason Carrier...

Daily, we hear or read about terrible events that challenge us to re-establish our desire for global good. I remember Tyler, Phoebe, Mathew, and thousands more hurt by hatred, caustic words, violence, those who suicide gave an out and it pains me. If we were more sensitive to the joys and pain of our brothers and sisters and less vengeful and hurtful, our world would radiate with bliss… Age should never be an excuse for insensitivity as we all feel pain and hurt. Each day we get up, we have an opportunity to serve with grace. If we know other people; friends or family walking in darkness, or that are suicidal, we must compassionately comfort and guide them to seek appropriate care… We all deserve a chance at an abundant life.

“Love, compassion, and concern for others are real sources of happiness. With these in abundance, you will not be disturbed by even the most uncomfortable circumstances. If you nurse hatred, however, you will not be happy even in the lap of luxury. Thus, if we really want happiness, we must widen the sphere of love. This is both religious thinking and basic common sense.” Dalai Lama

Free to Be: Havana Cuba Mama via Daniel Gautreaung

I believe that the happiness we deny our fellow man is happiness we deny ourselves. We cannot thrive in a universe that is out of balance or out of kilter because of inequalities and greed. We need to stop and share our goodwill with others. A smile, a gentle glance, a kind word … all help. I gathered a few quotes and photos for this short post. It would be wonderful if we could all learn to say less, do more for each other and be more compassionate. Don’t give up!

PHOTO CREDITS:
All Photos by Daniel Gautreau, Jason Carrier, and Nour El Refai via NatGeo ~ courtesy of National Geographic

Until Next Time…
Ask. Believe. Receive. ©
Elizabeth Obih-Frank