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Perfection is a path, not a destination - or a bowling alley. You can aim for it, but don’t expect to live there. In bowling, the gold standard is the elusive “300 game,” ten frames of nothing but strikes. Even rarer? The almost mythical “900 series” which is three consecutive 300s. Only 40 bowlers in history have ever done it. That’s bowling perfection.

Ever notice the root of the word vacation is vacate? Yep, it literally means, “Get your butt outa’ there!” Pack up, step out, and give your daily grind the slip. Your office chair won’t miss you, and trust me, your brain could use the break.

Guided by focus and skill, the horseshoe gracefully flew, surrounding the stake with a clank. A “ringer”! Yes, the horseshoe was a ringer , but so was the man. He was the one you wanted on your team, because you knew that with him as a teammate and “ringer” you had a better chance to win the game in both horseshoes and life.

Play Well With Others - Sheri & Bill (original photography by Sheri & Bill) Since childhood, we’ve been told, “Play well with others.” It was good advice then, and its good advice now - mostly because it’s more fun that way. Somewhere along the way, though, we became grown-ups. We learned the “rules.” We got a little more selective about who we play with. We even started keeping score. But wait - don’t the rules sometimes change? And people… oh, they definitely change. So, w

All In The Same Boat - Sheri & Bill (Original Photography by Sheri & Bill) If you’ve ever seen a boat full of rainbow-colored glass spheres, you know two things: 1. Dale Chihuly has been here, and 2. Life’s certainly more interesting when we’re not all the same. Friends, like these glass spheres, come in all shapes, sizes, talents and experiences. Some are bold and bright, others more muted but equally captivating. Together, they create something remarkable — just like

Head Tilting Wisdom ... Sheri & Bill (Original Photography by Sheri & Bill) You’ve seen the look. That classic, head-cocked-to-the-side expression that says, “Excuse me?” or “Now what?” Animals do it when something puzzles or intrigues them. People do it when they are listening intently, or when something doesn't quite add up. And apparently, hawks do it too, with enough attitude to give a therapist pause. This image of our feathered friend giving full-on curious side-eye re

"Keep Going" (original photography by Sheri & Bill) We captured this image just after sunrise, as the path quietly led us through dunes and sea grass — a trail carved by the footsteps of those who had walked before, and others who wandered simply to see where it might lead. It felt like an “in-between” place: where land meets sea, where morning meets memory, and just ahead, the known gives way to something new. We couldn’t see the water yet, but we knew the ocean was just a

Let your voice be heard Some days, life calls for a quiet whisper. Other days, it begs for a bold, beautiful ribbit. Look at this frog—unapologetically puffed up, singing its truth into the night. It doesn’t wonder if its song is good enough. It doesn’t compare its croak to the others. It simply lets it out. We all have a voice like that—something inside us that wants to speak, to express, to connect. But too often, fear or doubt muffles it. We worry we’ll sound silly. We hes

Around the Bend.... (Original photography by Sheri & Bill) Your GPS is on, and you’re moving forward. The road curves ahead, and you can’t quite see what’s coming next. But it’s nice out, the sunlight filters through trees, and you feel pretty darn good. Still, that bend in the road holds a question mark. Do you recheck your GPS or keep moving, trusting your internal compass? Sheri: Curving roads make me hesitate, since visually you really can’t tell what’s ahead of you. But

Set your course - Full Speed ahead! Sheri & Bill (Original photography by Sheri & Bill) To reach a port, we must sail - sail, not tie at anchor, sail, not drift.” FDR Feel the energy in that moment when a ship leaves port. The land is still in view, but slowly fading. The water opens wide in front of you, the course is charted, and the engines hum with quiet confidence. Yo

"A Leg To Stand On" Sheri & Bill (Original photography by Sheri & Bill) Flamingos are known for their color, but have you ever pondered or appreciated their balance? One leg. Calm. Confident. Unshaken. We all need a leg to stand on - not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, mentally. Something that grounds us when life gets messy or unpredictable. That leg is a belief, a value, a little grit and grace. Balance means knowing what holds you steady, even if you’re st

Seasoned View - Sheri & Bill (Original Photography by Sheri & Bill) Salt, pepper, a blue napkin, and a window looking out toward a new port of call just coming into view. Simple things—ordinary things. And yet, we felt it was striking—and worthy of a photo. Finishing breakfast, as the ship was about to dock, there was that gentle hush of anticipation. And these two humble shakers sitting side by side had front-row seats to it all. Salt and pepper containers enjoyed the view t

Parrots wear every feather with confidence. Oftentimes, we shrink ourselves a little to fit into spaces that were never meant to contain us. We tone ourselves down to avoid standing out or to meet expectations that were never really ours to begin with. So how about we let our colors fly? That’s the kind of energy we need more of! Sheri: I think the world always needs colorful people—people with all their quirks, ideas, and sparkle. These are the folks who are unapologetically

Be Still… Be still, and let the weight of the moment fall away, Like leaves that drift to the forest floor. In the silence, the soul finds its compass, Pointing home to the calm you thought you’d lost. Be still, and watch as time softens its grip, Seconds stretching like golden threads in the sun. The rush fades, replaced by a gentle pulse, A reminder that life is more than a race. Be still, and feel the earth beneath your feet, Steady, unchanging, a quiet anchor. In stillnes

"Life is a journey, not a destination." Ralph Waldo Emerson (Original photography by Sheri & Bill) “Life is a journey, not a destination.” Ralph Waldo Emerson The Ferris wheel was mesmerizing, as it turned gracefully on the pier at the Atlantic City Boardwalk. It carried people upward and downward, round and round, and offered new views with each rotation. But in this particularly quiet moment, the wheel was not turning, the water was still, and the entire scene doubled in

Leaning out the car window and smiling at your reflection in the mirror is one of those caught-in-the-act-of-living moments that got us thinking about mirrors. So, where’s the metaphor about mirrors, you ask? (You know us – we always have a metaphor!) Mirrors—at least rearview mirrors—remind us that while forward motion matters, our past travels with us, offering perspective. The rearview mirror shows what’s behind us—like poor choices, life lessons, and that guy tailgating o

"Wherever you go. go with all your heart" (Confucius) Original photography by Sheri & Bill We love a parade - the colors, the rhythm, and the way it instantly lifts our spirits. When the Mummers dance down the boardwalk, their sparkling outfits and playful music always create an atmosphere that’s completely, unapologetically alive. That’s the kind of presence Confucius was talking about when he said, “Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” Not just showing up, but showin

"Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be." (Abe Lincoln) Original photography by Sheri & Bill There’s something about early morning light that feels like a promise. Before the rush of the day begins, when the world is still stretching and yawning, the soft glow of the rising sun reminds us that a fresh start is always possible. In that golden hush, happiness doesn’t feel like a pursuit - well, happi

Willingness and Ability - Birds of a Feather for Success! (Original photography by Sheri & Bill) Flocks of birds soar with effortless grace, adjusting instinctively to each other, guided by both willingness and ability. We’ve come to see these two qualities of willingness and ability as the “power couple” behind success. While we may want to grow or change, it’s the willingness to step out coupled with the ability to follow through that moves us forward. And like birds in

Pictures Pen and Positivity...A Bright Perspective of Everyday Stuff ... by Sheri & Bill Pictures Pen and Positivity... A Bright...