“Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.” ~George S. Patton United States Army General George S. Patton was born on this day in 1885. Today is Armistice Day, celebrated as Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in the Commonwealth … Continue reading Random Quote for November 11, 2022
Mr. Contractor continues to move forward. Since it’s mostly just him doing the work, progress is moving slowly but steadily. (C) 2022, JJ ShaunLooking in through the basement window. While the slab is yet to be poured, the downstairs plumbing stubs are in place, and the site awaits inspection ahead of the next step. (C) … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 117
Jabe grabbed Karl out of the crater that was left by Skrie’s spell and took off into the woods, carrying his son from the scene. “I certainly appreciate your interference in the men’s assault on us,” the old man began. “What,” Skrie whipped around to face their erstwhile employer, “in the name of all the … Continue reading Half-Truths and Job Offers
“Life’s under no obligation to give us what we expect.”~Margaret Mitchell American novelist and journalist Margaret Mitchell was born on this day in 1900.
“But there are some wounds that can never be healed.” ~Helen Garner Australian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, Helen Garner was born on this day in 1942.
Mr. Contractor has been making steady progress on our construction. He has been moving dirt from areas that will someday contain a garage but will be parking and “toy” storage until that happens. For now, though, it’s our dirt source. (C) 2022, JJ ShaunOur dirt source. Peeking in the downstairs window opening, we could see … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 116
“Every child, woman, and man should possess license to speak or sing in his or her true voice.” ~Joyce Maynard American novelist, memoirist, and journalist Joyce Maynard was born on this day in 1953.
“Leadership is not about popularity, it is about doing what is right.” ~Laura Bush American teacher, librarian, memoirist, and former First Lady of Texas and First Lady of the United States, Laura Bush was born on this day in 1946.
First Reader and I drove up to check the progress on the house yesterday. Our contractor buried the drainage on the north and east sides of the basement and was moving dirt when we arrived. (C) 2022, JJ ShaunMr. Contactor moving dirt. Two loads of squeegee were delivered Saturday morning, which was good, even though … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 115
Securing the ring in the pewter box, the companions sat down to discuss what to do next. “I wish there was a college of magic here,” said Theren. “There’s a temple,” suggested Skrie. “Maybe one of the priestesses there can help us.” “I guess it’s better than nothing,” replied the elf, “let’s take it there.” … Continue reading The Damned Priestess
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