“Dreams are the expression of the unconscious while we are asleep.” ~Nancy Friday American author Nancy Friday was born on this day in 1933.
Random Quote for August 26, 2022
“There is a vast difference between positive thinking and existential courage.” ~Barbara Ehrenreich American author and political activist Barbara Ehrenreich was born on this day in 1941.
What Is “Quiet Quitting”?
The term “quiet quitting” has become one of the new buzzwords coming out of corporate America lately. What is “quiet quitting?” According to LinkedIn News, “quiet quitting” is doing the job your employer hired you for, nothing more. No extra projects, hours past working hours, no interruption of family life. In short, no going above … Continue reading What Is “Quiet Quitting”?
Lost In A Storm
I wrote this snippet of Lyryk’s story before I knew about Lyryk meeting the weather witch, so I had to make a minor adjustment to this bit. Once more, I wrote this in response to a writing prompt. Lost “I think we’re lost, buddy,” Lyryk said, looking down at the dog by her side. Biscuit’s … Continue reading Lost In A Storm
Random Quote for August 23, 2022
“Nobody should get fired because of who they are, or who they love.” ~Gretchen Whitmer American lawyer and politician Gretchen Whitmer was born on this day in 1971.
Random Quote for August 22, 2022
“You can make yourself happy or miserable—it’s the same amount of effort.” ~Ray Bradbury American author and screenwriter Ray Bradbury was born on this day in 1920.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 99
We are SO close to having our permit I could spit. We found out Friday morning, the day the final engineering note was turned over to the building department, that the engineer approving our paperwork works four 10-hour days. Monday through Thursday. Isn’t that just freaking special? 🙄 One thing we did manage to get … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 99
Random Quote for August 20, 2022
“You can’t juggle it all 100 percent. You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to do everything.” ~Connie Chung American journalist Connie Chung was born on this day in 1946.
Random Quote for August 19, 2022
“Change, like healing, takes time.” ~Veronica Roth American novelist and short story writer Veronica Roth was born on this day in 1988.
A Week of Wind Therapy
Riding the Black Hills is the highlight of our summer. Not only do we play in someone else’s backyard, but we also visit with friends who have become extended family. Every year, we take time to catch up and ooh and aah about how big the kids have gotten (looking at you, young Mr. A. … Continue reading A Week of Wind Therapy
J.J. Shaun 