The word of the week: water. We finally got the plumber up to get the system up and running. Turns out, it wasn’t as easy as plug and play—they thought they connected incorrectly and burned the pump out. We shut the system down and cut power. He ordered a new water pump and double-checked the … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 161
“The worst experience can bring out a person’s deepest strength.” ~Susan Campbell Bartoletti American writer, artist, children’s author, and educator Susan Campbell Bartoletti was born on this day in 1958.
“If you want change, you have to make it. If we want progress we have to drive it.” ~Susan Rice American diplomat, policy advisor, and public official Susan Rice was born on this day in 1964.
“If you only hear one side of the story, you have no understanding at all.” ~Chinua Achebe Nigerian novelist, poet, and critic Chinua Achebe was born on this day in 1930.
“None of us ever know all the possible courses our lives could have and maybe should have taken. It’s probably just as well. Some secrets are meant to stay secret forever. Just ask Pandora.” ~Liane Moriarty Australian author Liane Moriarty was born on this day in 1966.
“Compassion is not an option. It’s the key to our survival.” ~Karen Armstrong British author and commentator Karen Armstrong was born on this day in 1944.
“We’re here for a reason. I believe a bit of the reason is to throw little torches out to lead people through the dark.” ~Whoopi Goldberg American actor, comedian, author, and television personality Whoopi Goldberg was born on this day in 1955.
Last Sunday night, we put out messages to the contractors asking when they would finish with their respective portions of our construction. Mr. Contractor let us know that the handrails from the main level to the basement were to be installed on Friday. They weren’t, but the company delivered the materials. (eyeroll) We needed to … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 160
“War is the ultimate reality-based horror show.” ~David Hackworth United States Army officer and journalist David Hackworth was born on this day in 1930. Today is Armistice Day, celebrated as Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in the Commonwealth of Nations. At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh … Continue reading Random Quote for November 11, 2023
“Kill the snake of doubt in your soul, crush the worms of fear in your heart, and mountains will move out of your way.” ~Kate Seredy American writer and illustrator of children’s books Kate Seredy was born on this day in 1899.
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