I'm a Florida girl living in lovely Arkansas!

 

ETA: living in lovely central Floridaaaaah!

 

You Are Here

 

Rescued from the rat race of the

casualty claim insurance world,

I now live my life by priorities instead of demands.

 

My Quest ...

 

 

I am so new to photography ... learning and growing!

I love expression through creating cards and journals.

I also love inspired scrapbooking and am learning digital

slowly but surely w PSE 6.0. I am a quote and font fanatic!

 

Tagged

 

My life is about living inspired ...

not just to receive inspiration,

but to share inspiration with others.

It is fitting that the first Flickr Group I joined

is "Shades of Inspiration"!

 

Bring It :)

 

Live Inspired!

 

A few of my favorite things would include

sunsets ... music ... paper ephemera ...

all things silver ... flip flops ... seashells ...

sand between my toes ... flowers ...

 

Oh, the summer night has a smile of light ...

 

Symphony of the Day

 

life ...

 

Pour ...

 

Summer Is Fading Fast

 

she loves seashells

 

let the earth rejoice

  

My favorite places would include

anywhere in Florida and

my own "la-la land"

in the natural beauty of Arkansas.

I will stop my car for a photo opp (safely) ...

and a fave way to spend a day

is to be in a new place with camera in hand!

 

 

Please know that I am interested in

your photos and your way of looking at life

if I add you as a contact ... and will strive

to be a loyal flickr friend :)

 

... true friends ...

 

"Keep your eyes open,

hold tight to your convictions,

give it all you've got, be resolute,

and love without stopping."

1 Corinth. 16: 13-14 The Message

 

and

 

"Guard your heart above all else,

for it determines the course of your life."

Proverbs 4:23 NLT

 

The Cross in The Chapel

 

Have Faith : Be Brave

  

floridagull

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Testimonials

Dear Marilyn (so that's your name), on a day that "should" be happy, as in "Happy Birthday"...my heart was yet heavy. Lots of questions WHY??? Things don't look like I would like them to (not bad, but not as I think I would like them?!!). Anyway your comment on my post today, my birthday, really spoke to me in a way… Read more

Dear Marilyn (so that's your name), on a day that "should" be happy, as in "Happy Birthday"...my heart was yet heavy. Lots of questions WHY??? Things don't look like I would like them to (not bad, but not as I think I would like them?!!). Anyway your comment on my post today, my birthday, really spoke to me in a way no other message sent to me today did. Your images do inspire me, but most of all your thoughtfulness in what you write encourages me & somehow lifts my spirit...even just a bit! Thank you for being one of my "Flickr Friends"!!! BE Blessed Marilyn, you and your family!

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March 4, 2011
grandiose song (deleted)

I remember the first time I viewed one of Marilyn's photographs. I was so impressed with her creativity. As I went through her photo stream it became clear to me how gifted Marilyn was at photography and each image having a wonderful message of inspiration. I have also learned so much from looking at her photostream. … Read more

I remember the first time I viewed one of Marilyn's photographs. I was so impressed with her creativity. As I went through her photo stream it became clear to me how gifted Marilyn was at photography and each image having a wonderful message of inspiration. I have also learned so much from looking at her photostream. Nearly every photo she puts onto Flickr makes me think, "I want to do that" or "I want to try to do that" Even without knowing, she has taught me so much about photography and impressionism and more importantly the lesson to -let your work touch someone's heart. Her images have touched mine.. I thank her for that and for her wonderful support and kind words she leaves on my stream.You have a delightful talent Marilyn,thank you for sharing it with us here.

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April 19, 2010
HENI says:

"It is always a joy to browse through Marilyn's work. Her images capture many elements that make it much more than just a simple picture. Moods, emotions, feelings....all these things are contained within the images she shares. Its a real treat and a real experience. When looking through her work I feel as though for a… Read more

"It is always a joy to browse through Marilyn's work. Her images capture many elements that make it much more than just a simple picture. Moods, emotions, feelings....all these things are contained within the images she shares. Its a real treat and a real experience. When looking through her work I feel as though for a tiny moment I am there in the shot. Your work is an inspiration to us all dear Marilyn . Keep going on, Marilyn, make us curious and happy ! Thank you for your fabulous pictures ! Hugs from Belgium . Heni .

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March 24, 2010

So glad you are my flickr friend! Probably one of the nicest ones! Always writes the most positive things. Your pictures are inspiring, each and every one of them! Keep it up with your photography and your kind spirit!!!:)

January 8, 2010

I’m not sure if Marilyn takes a vacation every other month or if visiting her stream just makes me feel like I am on vacation. Either way, it’s a great thing. Marilyn is one of the nicest people I have never met and her photos are just bursting with creativity. Check out her work! You will love it!

August 31, 2009

i found her through Trader_Doc's contacts. Floridagull or Mare for most of us is one of the sweetest persons alive! She's a very dear flickr friend and a "believer," too! Just like me and Doc. i just appreciate every comment that she so sincerely share. thanks Mare for being one of my very few Flickr "friends!" wit… Read more

i found her through Trader_Doc's contacts. Floridagull or Mare for most of us is one of the sweetest persons alive! She's a very dear flickr friend and a "believer," too! Just like me and Doc. i just appreciate every comment that she so sincerely share. thanks Mare for being one of my very few Flickr "friends!" with or without Flickr, i hope we'll stay as friends! ;o) God with u always.

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May 22, 2009
shallow thunder (deleted)

What a joy it is to visit Merilyn's photostream, not only will you experience the wondrous visions in her life, whether it be a gorgeous still life, a grassy open field, or a nostalgic aging bicycle, you will absorb the positive uplifting words she brings to each and every shot. She is a true artist in every sense, … Read more

What a joy it is to visit Merilyn's photostream, not only will you experience the wondrous visions in her life, whether it be a gorgeous still life, a grassy open field, or a nostalgic aging bicycle, you will absorb the positive uplifting words she brings to each and every shot. She is a true artist in every sense, I always look forward to her newest additions! She is also a fantastic, giving contact who always goes out of her way to give such heartfelt, genuine comments. Please make it a point to visit Floridagull's stream, You will leave a better person than when you came : )

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February 28, 2009

'gull,(as I call her), Has proven herself repeatedly to be the Kind of Person You can be Proud to call Friend. Marilyn is so full of....lol...Warmth !...lol .. that I am always left speechless. Her photos reflect a Warm , Comfortable world that she becomes very much a Part Of..Grace and Elegance always come to Min… Read more

'gull,(as I call her), Has proven herself repeatedly to be the Kind of Person You can be Proud to call Friend. Marilyn is so full of....lol...Warmth !...lol .. that I am always left speechless. Her photos reflect a Warm , Comfortable world that she becomes very much a Part Of..Grace and Elegance always come to Mind... About herself...She's My Friend...On and Off screen. Thanks , 'gull, You Make Me Smile. Doc

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November 20, 2008

If you're ever fortunate enough to get a comment from floridagull, you will feel very lucky indeed. She is such a fabulous writer! She's kind hearted and generous, and incredibly insightful. She's a pleasure to have as a flickr friend, and I enjoy visiting her photostream often. Thank you for always being so wonder… Read more

If you're ever fortunate enough to get a comment from floridagull, you will feel very lucky indeed. She is such a fabulous writer! She's kind hearted and generous, and incredibly insightful. She's a pleasure to have as a flickr friend, and I enjoy visiting her photostream often. Thank you for always being so wonderful floridagull!

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October 14, 2008