The finish line is in sight, yet we’re still waiting for all the pieces to fall into place. Our home is finished and waiting for a foundation. The loan is ready for disbursement. We’re waiting for the approved building permit before the lender will release the money. And the building plans are in the approval … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 90
“Actions lie louder than words.”~Carolyn Wells American writer and poet Carolyn Wells was born on this day in 1862.
“I think courage is commensurate with your fear—if you lack imagination and you’re fearless, that’s not courage to me.”~Phyllida Lloyd English film director and producer, Phyllida Lloyd was born on this day in 1957.
(C) 2022, JJ Shaun What is sexuality? What is gender? Are the two separate or intertwined? According to Merriam-Webster, sexuality is “the quality or state of being sexual.” At the same time, gender is defined as “the behavioral, cultural, or psychological traits typically associated with one sex.” The Usage Guide provided by the dictionary points … Continue reading Sexuality and Gender
Today’s word came from the news. Follow me on Facebook: @jjshaunauthor. Today’s Word Part of Speech noun Definition The offense of acting to overthrow one's government or to harm or kill its sovereign.A violation of allegiance to one's sovereign or to one's state.The betrayal of a trust; breach of faith; treachery. History The first known … Continue reading Wednesday Word for June 15, 2022
“Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.”~Harriet Beecher Stowe American author and abolitionist, Harriet Beecher Stowe was born on this day in 1811.
“The essence of a free life is being able to choose the style of living you prefer free from exclusion and without the compulsion of conformity or law.”~Eleanor Holmes Norton American lawyer and politician Eleanor Holmes Norton was born on this day in 1937.
It has been another busy week. Our disaster loan is in the final stages of approval by the government agency handling the paperwork. Our building plans are in the hands of the county building department and should be approved sometime in the next week or so. Our contractor is preparing the area where the house … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 89
“I'm lucky to have Penny around, she keeps the ship afloat.”~Diana Taurasi American professional basketball player Diana Taurasi was born on this day in 1982.
“When I die I have visions of fags singing ‘Over the Rainbow’ and the flag at Fire Island being flown at half mast.”~Judy Garland American actress, singer, dancer, vaudevillian, television and radio presenter, and gay icon, Judy Garland was born on this day in 1922.
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