Retreat
Like the turtle
cautious and slow;
we need a safe shell
when it’s time to lie low.
~Robyn Lee
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THROUGH THE HEALING LENS 
Love it!
April 3, 2012 at 12:24 AM
Thanks Julie… he’s actually a friendly guy — and like the ladies – but when he’s in need of that “alone time” – he goes for it! Need to take lessons:)
April 3, 2012 at 12:32 AM
we can always learn from our friends in the natural world 🙂
April 3, 2012 at 1:05 AM
So very true Jane!
April 3, 2012 at 1:06 AM
I envy him. 🙂
April 3, 2012 at 1:56 AM
I know Eremophia! Major advantage to have a built in ‘peaceful place’ to go when needed:)
April 3, 2012 at 7:58 PM
My grandmother was Italian, one day she told me: If you are going slowly, you can go far.
Your words made me remember my grandmother.
Thank you.
April 3, 2012 at 8:35 AM
1cruzdelsur – Such a great anecdote from your Grandma! Wise words. So glad my post could promote this memory for you today:) So welcome!
April 3, 2012 at 8:00 PM
love the turtle sometimes I wish I had that strong of an exterior
April 3, 2012 at 9:44 AM
thanks nancy! Guess we have stronger shells than we realize sometimes.
April 3, 2012 at 8:01 PM
I love that quote and also the photo
April 3, 2012 at 10:21 AM
Thanks Renee! Thrilled you liked it:)
April 3, 2012 at 8:01 PM
love the monotone and message….slowing down…my mantra too these days…:)
April 3, 2012 at 11:38 AM
Thanks Meryl – yes, monotone seemed appropriate for the mood here. Slowing down is good – great mantra!
April 3, 2012 at 8:03 PM
I have a little totem of a turtle that I keep in my pocket, who reminds me to be comfortable in all circumstances and luxuriate in a feeling of timelessness. Take it slow, friend, he reminds me! Great photo!!
April 3, 2012 at 2:49 PM
Awww – erran – that is completely wonderful. I love the idea of a totem reminder turtle in your pocket. Thanks for sharing and I’m so glad you liked the post!
April 3, 2012 at 8:06 PM
Sweet photo.
April 3, 2012 at 8:28 PM
Your photo & quote remind me to slow down, take deep breathes and just BE.
It’s been a little stressful around my place lately….
April 6, 2012 at 9:11 AM
Know what you mean Victoria! Glad the post could serve as a reminder this way!
April 6, 2012 at 10:33 AM
This guy is so majestic… and your sepia treatment makes it look like something Darwin photographed on some south sea island!
April 6, 2012 at 11:28 PM
Oh my – Darwin – really? How cool Ivy – thank you!! He is pretty majestic at that:)
April 6, 2012 at 11:31 PM