“I have only one reader—me. I’m the average reader. If I like it, that’s all I worry about.”~Judith Krantz American magazine writer, fashion editor, and novelist Judith Krantz was born on this day in 1928.
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Random Quote for January 08, 2025
“I don’t make changes to confuse anyone. I’m just searching. That’s what causes me to change. I’m just searching for myself.”~David Bowie English singer, songwriter, musician, and actor David Bowie was born on this day in 1947.
Random Quote for January 07, 2025
“I try to support groups that are about educating people about different races, different religions, different cultures, and different situations so that we can break down the barriers of prejudice and bigotry.”~Loretta Sanchez American politician Loretta Sanchez was born on this day in 1960.
Random Quote for January 06, 2025
“I am often asked the question ‘How can the masses permit themselves to be exploited by the few.’ The answer is ‘By being persuaded to identify with them.’”~E. L. Doctorow American novelist, editor, and professor E. L. Doctorow was born on this day in 1931.
Qilynn: Meeting Baron Wildhurst
Qilynn led Tumorgi and Kharys through the streets, following the captain’s directions. Guards at the gate of the Baron’s manor house welcomed them to the compound. They invited the group to help themselves to the refreshment table while they waited for the baron. Tumorgi took a plate, trying to follow Qilynn’s lead on sampling the … Continue reading Qilynn: Meeting Baron Wildhurst
Random Quote for January 04, 2025
“Today, in American imperialism, the commodity has reached its most grandiose historical manifestation.”~C. L. R. James Trinidadian historian, journalist, and writer C. L. R. James was born on this day in 1901.
Random Quote for January 03, 2025
“Throwing things out is one of the most difficult and important things you ever have to do.”~Thelma Schoonmaker American film editor Thelma Schoonmaker was born on this day in 1940.
Random Quote for January 02, 2025
“Music remains the most strange of the materials because we don’t understand what happens when music moves you.”~Michael Tippett English composer Michael Tippett was born on this day in 1905.
Random Quote for January 01, 2025
“Writing, I think, is not apart from living. Writing is a kind of double living. The writer experiences everything twice. Once in reality and once in that mirror which waits always before or behind.”~Catherine Drinker Bowen American writer Catherine Drinker Bowen was born on this day in 1897.
Reflecting on 2024
Here we are, on the cusp of 2025. First Reader and I have lived in our new house for a little over a year now. We’re putting small touches on our living space and going through boxes, still taking up space in the basement. Each season has brought its own challenges. First half of the … Continue reading Reflecting on 2024
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