Saturday, May 21, 2016

Paloma the Peace Dove

Hello Everyone!

Today I have a special post for you, as I am here to share the adventures I had with Paloma the Peace Dove. Paloma was created by Lys of Impression Scrap after the horrid and tragic events in France last year. Paloma is travelling around the world to spread the message of peace.  This is what Lys had to say:

"After the shock, anger, nausea... what to say, what to do?
I have only the weapons made of paper and words....
I can face violence only with my value and beliefs.
Freedom and peace are the ones I wished to give today.
My little dove of simple paper
For her I make a wish: could she take flight,
And give all around the world her freedom and peace message"

Paloma came to me after visiting Anne of Redanne. She has already had adventures with Sandy of Simply Sandy, Sara Emily of sarascloset and Alison of Words and Pictures.

Lys asked that we photograph Paloma in a place that represents peace and freedom to us, so here is the story of our adventure together as I took Paloma to the lake, where I find the most peace.

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The first place I took Paloma was to a little hiding spot by the lake. Paloma sat on a branch and I sat on the bench and I talked to her about the importance of appreciating nature. All creatures great and small are amazing and miraculous, each in their own way. With so many bees and trees dying this last year, every leaf is precious and every life is invaluable.


The next place I took Paloma was to see the flowering trees. Here, I talked to her about the importance of stopping to smell the flowers. Never take for granted what you have. Good health, family and friends, these are just a few of the joys not everyone gets to experience. I told Paloma to enjoy each day like it's the most wonderful day there ever could be.


The last place I took Paloma was to the dock. Here, we didn't talk at all. We just sat and enjoyed the peace, and silently hoped and wished for the rest of the world... that they would also enjoy peace.


It was an honour to be a part of Paloma's travels, and as I send her off to her next destination, I send all my wishes for her to have a wonderful adventure when she arrives. And to everyone I wish a peaceful existence.

Hugs, Pamellia :)

50 comments:

  1. A very touching post Pamellia thank you for sharing.

    Hope you have a good weekend.

    B x

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  2. What a lovely post and gesture Pamellia. It is one small part we can play in world peace xx

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  3. Such a lovely post! Thanks for sharing it with us.

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  4. Great message and magical Paloma.
    Have a lovely weekend, Pamellia ❤❤

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  5. Love your pictures of Paloma, great idea! Have a lovely weekend, hugs, Valerie

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  6. Awwww, what an incredibly lovely thing to do! Thank you for this post Pamelia (and Paloma!) x

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  7. What a very special post Pamellia xx

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  8. What a beautiful post, Pamellia!! Paloma looks so beautiful enjoying the beauty of nature!! I hope you have a wonderful weekend my friend!! Big hugs :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  9. That's lovely Pamellia, a beautiful way to send a prayer for peace.
    Chris
    x

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  10. What a wonderful and thoughtful post, which I have to admit brought a tear to my eye when I read the part about you talking to the Dove. Thank you Pamellia for making us think of all the things that we have to be grateful for in our lives. A truly inspiring post. I wish you peace always X X

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  11. A wonderful and thoughtful idea to spread peace to Blogland

    Thank you for sharing her stay with you Pamellia

    Love Chrissie xx

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  12. a wonderful post - Paloma is having great travels! Hugs rachel x

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  13. Paloma looks beautiful in all the settings you showed her in Pamellia and I hope your words resonate with everyone who reads them! Hugs, Anne xx

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  14. What a lovely post dear Pamellia! ♥♥♥
    Happy weekend to you!!
    oxo
    Susi

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  15. That was a beautiful post Pamellia..very touching.

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  16. What a fabulous idea, lovely to see you share your special places with Paloma and I wish her a very happy and peaceful journey. Cara x

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  17. How very beautiful Pamellia,such a lovely and thoughtful idea
    Hugs
    Donna xx

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  18. What a beautiful and insightful post Pamellia, just lovely to read and to share your special places along with Paloma. It's good to be reminded of what is important in life, Kate x

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  19. Beautiful post Pamellia, thank you for sharing.
    Pam x

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  20. I can see that Paloma had a wonderful time with you and you have shared with her your wisdom and those truths you hold most dear.

    Dionne xx

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  21. A beautiful post-thank you for sharing
    Carol x

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  22. Such a sweet journey Paloma is making! Thank you for showing her the beauty of your area so she can better spread the message of peace. hugs, de

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  23. Thank you for sharing with everyone you have a special way in life with everything.
    Have a good Sunday
    Jules xx

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  24. Thanks for sharing this with us, the world has had some sad times recently.
    Hugs, Angela x

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  25. So happy to see Paloma in action and sharing her story with the world. Looks like she had a good time with you and did stop to enjoy her time and spread her wings. Wonderful, wonderful post and insight. Hugz to Paloma and you as well Bubbles! ~Doc

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  26. Loved your journey to the lake with Paloma, thank you xxx

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  27. Such a special post Pamellia thx for sharing. Hugs Veerle

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  28. Sure is as touching and lovely journey...hugs...
     {aNNie}

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  29. What a lovely post Pamellia. Thankfully the bees here are recovering from the Veroa mite outbreak, which has the scientists puzzled, but I am thankful.
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  30. Beautiful post Pamellia thank you for sharing paloma's journey.
    Hugs Julie xxx

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  31. Such a moving and touching post my dear peanut lady, I am sure Paloma had a very special time with you!! I have been awaiting her for weeks now and pray she reaches me before I set off on my own adventures during July and August.... Thank you for letting us join in your time with her and giving us some more views of your beautiful surrounding too....

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  32. Thanks so much Pamellia for having welcome Paloma in such peaceful places and meaningful way. I'm sure she had a wonderful stay with you, and now ready to continue her journey.

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  33. Ahhhhhhhhhhhh - Paloma is beautiful and looks completely at peace in all of the lovely places that the two of you visited. How wonderful that you had such a endearing time together sharing you hopes, dreams and wisdom. I'm so glad she visited you in the spring and saw your flowering trees and the luscious green of new growth all around you. It's a heart's treasure to be able to read about your precious time with Paloma Pamellia. Thank you so much for sharing her with us. Xj. P.S. Does she like peanuts???

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  34. What a lovely thing to do and beautiful thoughts.
    Faith
    x

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  35. Amazing and wonderful thing to do; card makers can send comfort and peace around the world. Thanks for sharing this.

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  37. Such a fabulous idea, I hope she has a peaceful onward journey.
    Pauline
    x

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  38. What a handsome card this is!!! Love the stitching and the staples and everything else on this card! Stunning work my dear! Sorry for checking in late...hectic weekend on my end.
    Have a fab rest of the day!
    Hugs
    Samra
    Paper Talk with Samra

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  39. Stunning card. I adore the classy colour palette . Everything works so beautifully together and is placed perfectly. I love the added stitching. Always lovely too see your photography of the outdoors. Tracy x

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  40. A very touching and thoughtful post Pamellia. I'm sure Paloma enjoyed her sojourn with you and will carry your wonderful messages with her to pass on to new people on her journey of peace xx

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  41. Oh Pamellia... this is the most beautiful post. What an extra special adventure this beautiful dove has embarked upon. Paloma symbolizes the peace this world so desperately needs and I love the special moments you shared. There is a reason you are part of this and it shows in this post. Your heart is gorgeous and filled with so much love, Pamellia. Thank you for sharing this with us. I'm grateful you are a part of this incredible journey that began out of a dire need. You are a very special part of this crafty community, my dear friend. :o)

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  42. Hi Pamellia
    Oh that it was so simple in this world in which we live. People seem to place value on material things but, sadly, not on human life.
    Bless you for doing your bit to try and make it better.
    Ang x

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  43. Lovely to see Paloma enjoying nature with you - a wonderful post.
    Alison x

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  44. Hi Pamellia, Playing a little catch up here,and delighted to see Paloma is in your hands until her next adventure. You played the wonderful hostess to her and it's quite good of you to have some words to share with her. Great post; it truly made my day! Big hugs to you!

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  45. Great for you and Paloma to have some peaceful time in your favourite spots and such good advice you gave her too! Hugs, Chrisx

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  46. Hi Pamellia! Taking the time to do a bit of catching-up with Paloma's adventures at last!... :)
    What a wonderful post... Yours words sound well and beautiful. So happy to see that we have shared this, and that both of us have welcomed Paloma!!! As well as some other fantastic and so kind ladies, among them some common crafty friends I guess...
    When you'll have time to hop over at my blog, you should be able to read her last trip in France with me and my family, even if you still cannot leave a message, I don't know why, but it doesn't matter..
    Hugs Coco X

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