“There’s always going to be bad stuff out there. But here’s the amazing thing—light trumps darkness, every time. You stick a candle into the dark, but you can’t stick the dark into the light.” ~Jodi Picoult American writer Jodi Picoult was born on this day in 1966.
“The best stories come from real life.” ~Diane English American screenwriter, producer, and director Diane English was born on this day in 1948.
“Happiness lies not in finding what is missing, but in finding what is present.” ~Tara Brach American psychologist and author Tara Brach was born on this day in 1953.
“Change is not a threat to your life, but an invitation to live.” ~Adrienne Rich American poet, essayist, non-fiction writer, and feminist Adrienne Rich was born on this day in 1929.
“The past is never where you think you left it.” ~Katherine Anne Porter American journalist, essayist, short story writer, novelist, poet and political activist Katherine Anne Porter was born on this day in 1890.
“Death is the only limit to the road you travel.” ~Roger Zelazny American poet and writer Roger Zelazny was born on this day in 1937.
“Live life when you have it. Life is a splendid gift—there is nothing small about it.” ~Florence Nightingale English social reformer, statistician, and the founder of modern nursing Florence Nightingale was born on this day in 1820. May 12 is International Nurse’s Day, in honor of Florence Nightingale’s birthday.
“Adventure is a state of mind and spirit.” ~Jacqueline Cochran American aviator, test pilot, spokesperson, and business executive Jacqueline Cochran was born on this day in 1906.
“Change the story and you change perception; change perception and you change the world.” ~Jean Houston American author Jean Houston was born on this day in 1937.
“My father told me that some voices are so true they can be used as weapons, can maneuver the weather, change time. He said that a voice that powerful can walk away from the singer if it is shamed. After my father left us, I learned that some voices can deceive you. There is a … Continue reading Random Quote for May 09, 2023
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