“It's hard to pay attention and stay focused, especially when there is a lot going on around you.”~James L. Farmer, Jr. American civil rights activist and leader in the Civil Rights Movement James L. Farmer, Jr. was born on this day in 1920.
Beginning of the End
I wrote this story back in January 2017. Considering this week’s events in the United States, thought now might be the right time to share it. It’s dark, and reflects what’s happening today. “This country is gonna be great again!” the voice of Jack Duncan blares from the television set in the lobby. The crowd … Continue reading Beginning of the End
Random Quote for January 10, 2026
“Immigrants do more than help us win our wars, or set up cleaning shops or ethnic restaurants.”~Stephen Ambrose American historian, academic, and author Stephen Ambrose was born on this day in 1936.
Random Quote for January 09, 2026
“There is one thing no people have ever done; that is, to oppose a threatening war with intelligent and vigorous purpose some years before it was due to arrive.”~Carrie Chapman Catt American women’s suffrage leader Carrie Chapman Catt was born on this day in 1859.
Random Quote for January 08, 2026
“We cannot have peace if we are only concerned with peace. War is not an accident. It is the logical outcome of a certain way of life. If we want to attack war, we have to attack that way of life.”~A. J. Muste Dutch-born American clergyman and political activist A. J. Muste was born on … Continue reading Random Quote for January 08, 2026
Random Quote for January 07, 2026
“May God save the country, for it is evident that the people will not.”~Millard Fillmore Thirteenth President of the United States Millard Fillmore was born on this day in 1800.
Random Quote for January 06, 2026
“When I was in journalism school, you were taught to be completely objective. But we don’t see that anymore.”~Julie Chen American television personality, news anchor, and television producer Julie Chen was born on this day in 1970.
Random Quote for January 05, 2026
“When religious leaders get involved in elections, it is usually with a reactionary social agenda.”~Elizabeth Joan Smith Canadian politician Elizabeth Joan Smith was born on this day in 1928.
New Beginnings
I wrote this story in response to a daily prompt on writing.com. The prompt for the day was to use the following words in a 1000-word story or poem: a single sock, coffee, merging, dinner, friends. This is the story I came up with. Emma stood in the middle of her living room, a single … Continue reading New Beginnings
Random Quote for January 03, 2026
“A vital democracy requires an informed electorate, civil discourse, and bold thinking.”~Jane O’Meara Sanders American social worker, college administrator, activist, and political strategist Jane O’Meara Sanders was born on this day in 1950.
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