the hot goddess

Hello, September

Summer 2025 has not been kind. But as I bob along a meandering river of unpredictable emotion following my mother’s unexpected death, I am buoyed by gratitude for all I am fortunate to have. I keep looking for reasons to smile, and there are plenty. Here’s what has me grinning as we begin our farewell-to-summer month here in the Northern Hemisphere.

Pretty Portugal

A roll cloud approaching shore is magical.
Even drinking water fountains are special here.
Another statement drinking water fountain.
Blue skies and sunny town squares are made for Sunday strolls.
A picturesque waterfront and a 4€ glass of wine. What’s not to love?
Seixal, across the Tejo river from Lisbon, offers beautiful views and a laid-back vibe.
Seixal is a 20-minute ferry ride from Lisbon.
Lovely views looking toward Lisbon from Seixal.
Beaches are my happy place.
Golden-hour view from a rooftop bar in Lisbon.
Home
Sweet
Home

Poignant Praise

Thank you for making my day!

Pleasing Peace

Cheers to loud wins, deep breaths, full smiles, and being whole.

Source: Brianna Laren
A classic
Homebodies are happy.

Source: Unknown

Politics, Pejoratives, & Punchlines

WARNING: Please excuse the creep of politics and snark, but these made me laugh out loud. I advise you not to read any further if you have a problem with “inappropriate” humor.

Amen.

Source: Unknown
Well alrighty then.

Source: someecards.com

Thank you for reading ❤️. May your weekend find you smiling.

All images are my own, except as noted.

The Hot Goddess

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This post was written prior to the crash of Portugal’s iconic 140-year-old funicular tram, Elevador da Glória, which killed at least 16 people in Lisbon. Deepest sympathies to all who lost loved ones.

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  1. There are too many gifts in this post to comment on, Natalie! As for your grief, be patient with yourself, it takes time for the pain of grief to settle into just being grateful for the very good memories. But you can be grateful right now for having made the move to live in the beautiful country of Portugal when you did. And I’m grateful for your pic of that coffee mug!! 😂

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