“Let us never underestimate the power of a well-written letter.”~Karen Joy Fowler American author of science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction, Karen Joy Fowler was born on this day in 1950.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 71
Hallelujah! A tiny squeak to the right person at the right time can move mountains—or break logjams. This past week we received our approvals and building plans back from the state. The wheels are beginning to grind forward. Now we just need to hear back from our contractor. I’ll give him a day or so, … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 71
Random Quote for February 5, 2022
“Don't borrow trouble. The interest is too high.”~Margaret Millar American-Canadian mystery and suspense writer Margaret Millar was born on this day in 1915.
Random Quote for February 4, 2022
“You can have it all, just not all at the same time.”~Betty Friedan American feminist writer and activist Betty Friedan was born on this day in 1921.
Staying Warm and Active
I’ve been rolling out my yoga mat every few days to work the kinks out. I spend a lot of time sitting or standing at my desk while I surf the Internet or write more stories. My body especially wants to stretch when it’s too icy to dare the sidewalk. Yesterday and today have been … Continue reading Staying Warm and Active
Wednesday Word for February 02, 2022
Today’s word came from a random word generator. Follow me on Facebook: @jjshaunauthor. Today’s Word Part of Speech adjective Definition Likely to cause people to argue or disagreeInvolving a lot of arguingLikely or willing to argue History The first known use of contentious was in the 15th century. The word comes from the Middle English … Continue reading Wednesday Word for February 02, 2022
Random Quote for February 1, 2022
“Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.”~Langston Hughes American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist, Langston Hughes was born on this day in 1901.
Random Quote for January 31, 2022
“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.”~Jackie Robinson American professional baseball player Jackie Robinson was born on this day in 1919.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 70
It has been 469 days since we lost our home, and we still have no move-in date in sight. Heck, we don’t even have a “start building” date. At the end of last week, First Reader and I combed through our printouts and found a page with some helpful contact numbers. We called the one … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 70
Random Quote for January 29, 2022
“May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.”~Edward Abbey American author, essayist, and environmental activist, Edward Abbey was born on this day in 1927.
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