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Kelly Lantana ~ 2 ~, Spiritual Author & Nature Photographer
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Author/Photographer Bio: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio

Deeply loves Jesus' courageous love and compassion in difficult situations.
Enjoys God's wonders in creation: Hummingbirds, flowers, sunsets, wildlife.

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Kelly Lantana ~ 2 ~, Spiritual Author & Nature Photographer @kellylantana2.bsky.social · Nov 19
Peace and Welcome… This is my other BlueSky account:
exploring more deeply into spiritual insights.

With an abundance of uplifting, vibrant nature photos.

Excerpts from my books also given.

All for reflection, within one’s mind, heart, soul.

No preaching…

#Inspiration #Photography #Compassion
While still keenly attentive, lively hummingbirds will pause often to rest… Amidst a desert – a small Black-chinned Hummingbird, perched upon tiny branch of Mesquite tree. His lower-throat is a vibrant, iridescent purple, & his back is soft-green… The setting has many patches of powder-blue desert sky, seen through slender branches of light-green leaves. Profile Photo: Anna’s Hummingbird, male, with lovely magenta-pink feathers covering his face, forehead, throat. Banner: desert sunny wildflowers.
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There is a yearning for peace, that will not be quieted,
in the hearts and souls of the just.

Heaven’s spiritual rainbow, calls from ancient times,
from God’s wise and loving heart:
be true to what is good, amidst every day;
guard our hearts, value our souls.

#Photography #Inspiration #Peace
The following is a Bible excerpt, about the original rainbow, which is a symbol of promise & peace – to all animals as well, not only to humans: (the words are from God’s viewpoint.) “Whenever I bring clouds over the earth and the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life.” Genesis 9:14-15, NIV (New International Version.) Photo: vibrant, peaceful rainbow, shining above converging, turbulent storm clouds, with lovely blue desert skies, in the midst of it all.
January 28, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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My prayer…
Often in my heart and soul.
Why?
Because our world deeply, seriously needs this.

#Inspiration #Photography #Compassion #Respect #Empathy #Peace #Nature #Hummingbird #Prayer #KindnessMatters #Courage #Faith #Authenticity
Photo: desert hummingbird at Salvia flowers... Prayer & Photo by Kelly Lantana.
February 2, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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This, is how my spirit and heart, for decades now,
find understanding, wisdom, and perseverance amidst life…
And quiet reasons, for deep smiles.

Blessed Christmas to you...

#Christmas #Inspiration #Wisdom #Courage #Authenticity #Hope
#InnerStrength #Faith #DailyLiving #Peace #Light #Compassion
Photo-frame is of peaceful desert clouds, amidst a lovely blue sky.
December 25, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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The Living God does not exempt any person from this:

“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.
And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy
and to walk humbly with your God.”
Bible, Micah 6:8

Our world needs this serious reminder.

#Prayer #Authenticity #Courage #Faith
Bible verse is from the NIV (New International Version, 2011.) Photo – layers of stormy summer clouds, billowing upward on a desert afternoon.
January 25, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Photo: cover of first book.

My books are totally self-published:
this includes all writing, photography, design, editing.
Yet, prices kept on low side.

To read samples of my books, and professional bio, please visit: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio

#Book #Inspiration #InnerStrength #Peace
An enlivening book of spiritual reflections: Candid yet tender, deep yet simple. Reflections that understand the personal realities of our world, yet offer inner courage & strength through Jesus’ heart. Abundantly enhanced with vibrant & relevant photos of God’s lovely creations in nature.
November 28, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Why was my book, Trauma: Jesus Deeply Gets It, written?

This excerpt will begin to answer the question –
in a down-to-earth, realistic way,
that is also heartfelt and spiritual.

See photos, full-view:

#Book #Inspiration #Authenticity #Faith #Peace
#Wisdom #InnerStrength #Compassion #DailyLiving
December 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Three – intangible, deeply genuine, that are #permanent :

“Three things will last forever –
faith, hope, and love –
and the greatest of these is love.”

Beauty of earth’s flowers; symbolic of faith, hope, love…

#Photography #Flowers #Faith #Hope #Love #InnerStrength
#Inspiration #Nature #JanuArty
Quote in post, Bible verse: 1 Corinthians 13:13 NLT 2015. Flowers, thriving in a desert: pink and yellow Zinnias, purple Trailing Lantana; from a small desert garden.
January 24, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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Relationship…
Resiliency…
Renewal…

#Photography #Inspiration #Faith #Flowers #Wildflowers #Desert
#DailyLiving #InnerStrength #InnerGrowth #Peace #Wisdom #Creation
January 4, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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“Wisdom is a Personal Harmony…”

This entire saying, throughout daily living,
has often been a gentle, yet profound benefit
within my heart, mind, soul. By God’s grace…

#Photography #Inspiration #Wisdom #Peace #Nature #DailyLiving
#Prayer #InnerStrength #Creation #Butterflies #Twosday
January 20, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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A Quiet Prelude –
This one is for – Being Still...
Each of my books has this, in place of an introduction.

Heartfelt reflections… With prayerful honor for, and in spiritual awe of, twelve of the abundant, divine attributes of our Living God.

#Inspiration #NaturePhotography #Wonder #Peace #Wisdom
To read my professional bio, or to see samples of books, please visit: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio
January 19, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Talking to the Living God…

Openly… Courageously.

Please see creation photo, for a wonderful quote.

Photo: pink Snapdragon flowers, growing in a desert.

#Inspiration #Prayer #Photography #Nature #Flowers #Peace
#DailyLiving #Authenticity #Wisdom #NaturePhotography
January 18, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Desert sunlight,
illuminating a yellow butterfly on wildflowers.
Giving brightness, calmness.

In a world of increased pain, injustice, suffering –
may we find moments of light,
to brighten, our inner lives.

Pray ~ Be still ~ Embrace

#Photography #Inspiration #Butterfly #Wildflowers #Scape
A soft-yellow butterfly with some grey accents, has alighted amidst vibrant yellow Daisy wildflowers. The butterfly is gracefully illuminated. The Daisy bloom below, is boldly shining. Each, in their own way, being touched by light… Background is a gentle blend of desert greenery & dappled desert light. Taken a few years ago.
January 16, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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During these times of increasing chaos in our world,
may this give us some calm grounding, as we daily sojourn through.

Photo frame is of desert Heather flowers.

Please see ALT.

#Inspiration #Calm #Hope #InnerStrength #Compassion #Faith
#DailyLiving #Wisdom #Nature #Photography #Flowers #Art
This saying has been working well for my own mind, heart, soul. For a few years now, have been consistently drawn back to it, when life becomes oversaturated.
January 15, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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During these times of increasing chaos in our world,
may this give us some calm grounding, as we daily sojourn through.

Photo frame is of desert Heather flowers.

Please see ALT.

#Inspiration #Calm #Hope #InnerStrength #Compassion #Faith
#DailyLiving #Wisdom #Nature #Photography #Flowers #Art
This saying has been working well for my own mind, heart, soul. For a few years now, have been consistently drawn back to it, when life becomes oversaturated.
January 15, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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“Wildflowers, where ever they may grow,
become consoling gifts for our hurting souls,
from God’s deep, loving heart…” K.L.

Lovely purple Mist Flowers, growing wild in a desert…

#Photography #Wildflowers #Creation #Wonder #Desert
#NaturePhotography #Flowers #Art #Bloomscrolling #Peace
Each tiny strand of the blooms, feels like silk! Various butterflies really enjoy nectaring at these flowers. Mist Flowers only seem to thrive, when rains have been deeply absorbed into the desert sand. Taken several years ago, on a low-light desert morning, hence the shady background… Quote in post by Kelly Lantana.
January 14, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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A Quiet Prelude –
Each of my books has this, in place of an introduction.
This one is for – Trauma: Jesus Deeply Gets It.
A difficult topic, yet my heart and soul believe the
Living God comforts us in tranquil ways, often found in creation.

#NaturePhotography #Compassion #Peace #Trauma #Hummingbird
To read my professional bio, or to see samples of books, please visit: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio
January 13, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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A Quiet Prelude –
Each of my books has this, in place of an introduction.
This one is for – Trauma: Jesus Deeply Gets It.
A difficult topic, yet my heart and soul believe the
Living God comforts us in tranquil ways, often found in creation.

#NaturePhotography #Compassion #Peace #Trauma #Hummingbird
To read my professional bio, or to see samples of books, please visit: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio
January 13, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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What love, is not:

“Love…is not arrogant or rude.
It does not insist on its own way;
it is not irritable or resentful;
it does not rejoice at wrongdoing,
but rejoices with the truth.” 1 Cor. 13:4-6

Desert butterflies, navigating life together.

#Photography #Courage #Nature #Wildlife #Peace
Note to Ponder: Being imperfect humans who authentically own our mistakes, is an important part of genuine love. The photo of two Queen Butterflies (species name) was taken several years ago, in a desert wildflower grove. Bible verse: 1 Corinthians 13:4-6 from the English Standard Version.
January 12, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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In the sense of being, with other humans on planet earth:
“Be a Heartfelt Seed Planter…” Please see photo.

#Photography #Inspiration #Compassion #Empathy #Wisdom
#Wildflowers #Creation #Art #NaturePhotography #DailyLiving
January 11, 2026 at 6:29 PM
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A reflection entitled: Jesus is a Realist
Excerpt from my book – Trauma: Jesus Deeply Gets It

Notes to Ponder: see ALT texts.

Please see full-view of images:
reflection is 2 pages – 1 page per image.

#Inspiration #Book #Compassion #Creation #Hope
#InnerStrength #Faith #Peace #Wisdom #Photography
Note to Ponder: Traumatic experiences, began occurring in Jesus’ life as a little child, when His life was in serious danger from a cruel, foreign-placed political leader. His family had to quickly leave for safety, & became refugees for some years. To read my professional bio, or to see samples of books, please visit: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio Note to Ponder: During life here, Jesus painfully knew what personal losses were. Sometime between the ages of 12 & 30, Jesus’ beloved earthly father Joseph, passed away. Jesus learned the skills of a carpenter from Joseph… Later in life, Jesus’ cousin John was unjustly arrested & eventually executed; a solitary man who courageously spoke truth. To read my professional bio, or to see samples of books, please visit: amazon.com/author/kellylantana-bio
December 4, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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May we be mindful, of one another’s unseen suffering:

#Inspiration #Photography #Kindness #Compassion #Faith
#Authenticity #Empathy #NaturePhotography #Wisdom
#InnerStrength #InnerGrowth #Creation #Flowers #Desert
A soft floral blend of light-purple Daisies & white Alyssum, from a desert garden.
January 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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“For the world was created with wondrous, divine love;
not to be mistreated by human agendas,
but deeply and humbly cherished as we sojourn –
Looking often-times to these creations,
reflections of the One’s wisdom, love, beauty.” K.L.

#Photography #Inspiration #Butterfly #Flowers #Faith #Awe
A vibrant desert garden scene – a deep yellow butterfly, with a hint of orange on the inner wings – gracefully upside-down while delicately nectaring. Background is deep morning shade, amidst a desert Heather plant of tiny purple flowers… Taken a few months ago… Quote in post by Kelly Lantana.
January 8, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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May we be mindful, of one another’s unseen suffering:

#Inspiration #Photography #Kindness #Compassion #Faith
#Authenticity #Empathy #NaturePhotography #Wisdom
#InnerStrength #InnerGrowth #Creation #Flowers #Desert
A soft floral blend of light-purple Daisies & white Alyssum, from a desert garden.
January 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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If a wealthy person donates a large sum to charity,
from their financial surplus;
& a financially struggling person donates a small amount,
from their inner desire –

Who donated more?

Jesus’ view – the person who deeply gave,
amidst what little they had…

See Mark 12:41-44

#Inspiration #Wisdom
January 5, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Within a sea of trunks stands little Mica. Where he goes, they go – big cousin Mwitu taking her babysitting duties very seriously.

Family is everything to elephants. Mbirikani, our snare survivor, brought her firstborn home for the holidays.

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