“Reading is a means of thinking with another person's mind; it forces you to stretch your own.” ~Charles Scribner, IV The head of the Charles Scribner’s Sons publishing company, Charles Scribner, IV was born on this day in 1921.
Random Quote for July 12, 2023
“I try to say I love you in a million different ways. That’s what I aspire to do. That’s what I do best.” ~Christine McVie English musician, singer and songwriter Christine McVie was born on this day in 1943.
Random Quote for July 11, 2023
“All children have gifts, some open them at different times.” ~Patricia Polacco American author and illustrator Patricia Polacco was born on this day in 1944.
Random Quote for July 10, 2023
“We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.” ~Mary McLeod Bethune American educator, philanthropist, humanitarian, womanist, and civil rights activist, Mary McLeod Bethune, was born on this day in 1875.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 143
And so it began, 990 days after we lost our home. Finally. Despite the rainy forecast, the company decided that now is the time to move our house. On Wednesday morning, I received a phone call from one of the road association members, Allan. He’s been in touch with all the players in our little … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 143
Random Quote for July 08, 2023
“Look at life with the eyes of a child.” ~Käthe Kollwitz German artist Käthe Kollwitz was born on this day in 1867.
Random Quote for July 07, 2023
“Love stretches your heart and makes you big inside.” ~Margaret Walker American poet and writer Margaret Walker was born on this day in 1915.
Random Quote for July 06, 2023
“Love is mutually feeding each other, not one living on another like a ghoul.” ~Bessie Head South African writer Bessie Headwas born on this day in 1937.
Random Quote for July 05, 2023
“I need to feel like I have that freedom to make mistakes and to just try things.” ~Megan Rapinoe American professional soccer player Megan Rapinoe was born on this day in 1985.
Random Quote for July 04, 2023
“Fear less, hope more. Eat less, chew more. Talk less, say more. Hate less, love more.” ~Abigail Van Buren, Dear Abby American advice columnist and radio show host Pauline Phillips, aka Dear Abby (Abigail Van Buren), was born on this day in 1918.
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