It’s Monday and time to start things off with an inspirational quote which was the original idea behind SPARKS. It was the brain-child of Annie of McGuffy’s Reader to share something positive – light a light – bring some power to Mondays and we’re continuing to do that even though Annie has taken a break from the SPARKS Hop.
I was looking through some quotes to find something that would resonate with all of us who are preparing for the first big hurricane of the season along the East Coast – it’s coming – not sure WHERE it will land or WHAT it will bring but I saw this poster and it absolutely STRUCK me with its’ message, the little bird bravely holding on, and the HOPE it contains. I hope it does that for you too even if you AREN’T waiting for the next “weather” event! We have events all the time that feel like storms……and wait for the calm after.
We are lucky in that we are in Northern Virginia and not along the coast so we will most likely just get more rain………….but our wish is that for all of you who ARE more closely in the path of the storm stay safe – and stay positive…………..bow your head, say a prayer and know there are MANY of us who are doing just that FOR you!
TWO Spoiled Cats 
yes… but we have our hope that the storm will be over soon and we also hope that friends come with an umbrella when it pours…
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I love your spark! That is so true. XO
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Thank you dear Ellen!!
Love, Pam
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What a great Spark. We hope all those in the path of the storm stay safe.
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Yes we always worry about people who live along the shore – it’s beautiful to be right on the ocean but EEEEK when there’s a storm!!!
Hugs, Pam
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Stay safe. And hopefully dry if at all possible.
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We are so lucky to be on a hill – we have no danger from flooding but we DO have danger from trees coming down as they often do after tons of rain. We are going to be STAY SAFE as can be though! Thank you my friend……. ❤
Hugs, Pam
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You still should be prepared. Hurricanes don’t obey traffic signs like “NO RIGHT TURN”.
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You’re right Kismet…..they have a mind of their own. We are going to be and always are prepared. Thanks 🙂
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That wonderful Spark sure is true Teddy!
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Great advice in your Spark. There are many times in life when that’s really all you can do.
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Yes there sure are….the longer we’re here, the more we have reminders of that fact!
Hugs, Pam
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boy is that spark ever spot on!! I needed that last Saturday!! xoxo
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Storms in life or courtesy of Mother Nature just remind us that on the other side – there is sun and rainbows…………we hope!
Hugs, Pam
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Sending prayers for everyone in the path of the storm. They don’t think it will reach us so far. Have a wonderful day.
Sue B
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Oh Sue I sincerely hope you will be alright………I know we will all be talking about it these next days but just STAY SAFE.
Hugs, Pam
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Your spark is perfect for today. I heard the naval ships are leaving Norfolk so be ready to find safety if your anywhere near. I’m glad to hear your out of its reach Pam. ☀️😻
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Oh I’m sure anyone who has a boat or works on a boat or is ON a boat is taking as many precautions as they can. We are SO happy to be inland and on a HIGH HILL!!!! Hugs……..
Love, Teddy and Pam
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Excellent Sparks Teddy. This not only applies to the weather but to the storms in our own life. Sometimes we just have to weather them. The world is so brighter and more vibrant when the storm has passed.
Shoko
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You’re right Miss Jean…….that poster Mom found is for all storms – weather or life – and emphasizes that on the other side of the storm – there just might be a rainbow!
Love, Teddy
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I’m glad you’re not too close to the hurricane’s path, but we do have pals who are in the line of fire, so to speak, and I am purring for them!
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Yes we’re going to be alright other than tons of rain but those closer to the “zone” will REALLY get a lot of rain and wind and those on the water – well, I am glad we aren’t one of them.
Hugs, Teddy and Mom
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That is a very good Spark. Life can often be very stormy, but it is always best to prepare and face the challenge.
We have our paws crossed for all in the path of this HUGE storm, including all of you.
Woos – Lightning, Misty, and Timber
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Thank you dear friends! We should be alright but those closer to the ocean will need to batten the hatches!
Hugs, Pam
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Great spark ! We hope that our friends who are in the path of storms or hurricanes stay safe. Purrs
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Yes indeed…….those storms can be scary!
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I hope everyone in the storm’s path will be okay. I lived in Myrtle Beach for a while and know people that will be affected.
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Yes Myrtle Beach will be a ghost town after today and tomorrow I’m sure……………..hope all your friends will be OK!
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Thanks. I hope so too.
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Such a good and true Spark. Thankfully my storm hasn’t arrived and hopefully won’t for a long time yet.
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I hope so too dear Jackie………………..same here! 😉 ❤
Hugs, Pam
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That Spark is so true in many situations. We are looking at a possibility of 12 inches of rain. Teddy, don’t make your folks take you out if it is pouring rain. XOCK, angel Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy and Sawyer
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I promise not to make Mom or Dad take me out if it’s really raining HARD. So far I’ve only
dragged them outasked them to take me out in a light rain or mist. See? I’m thinking about them!!! 😉 I hope you do not get as much rain as that – but we did see on this morning’s update that you definitely will be getting a LOT of rain.Hunker down…..
Hugs, Teddy
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We totally get your spark. That’s the cae ’round here more times than not. Big hugs
Luv ya’
Dezi and Raena
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