Earlier this week, we met with Mr. Sub-Contractor to discuss stairs, windows, siding, decks, and the basement door. Our original idea was to have a wrap-around deck, but with the cost of materials right now, that won’t happen. We opted for a 10 x 10 platform leading into the dining room on the main level, … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 145
“Until we are all free, we are none of us free.” ~Emma Lazarus American author and activist for Emma Lazarus was born on this day in 1849.
“Few things are as bad as a guilty conscience.” ~Buchi Emecheta Nigerian-born novelist Buchi Emecheta was born on this day in 1944.
“Each one of us can make a difference. Together we make change.” ~Barbara Mikulski American politician and social worker Barbara Mikulski was born on this day in 1936.
“The biggest emotion in creation is the bridge to optimism.” ~Brian May English musician, songwriter, singer, astrophysicist, and animal rights activist Brian May was born on this day in 1947.
“Fiction reveals truths that reality obscures.” ~Jessamyn West American author Jessamyn West was born on this day in 1902.
“A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.” ~Phyllis Diller American stand-up comedian, actress, author, musician, and visual artist Phyllis Diller was born on this day in 1917.
Our new house is finally in place. That does not mean it went off without a hitch, however. We had plenty of excitement on house-moving day. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunOur house on the foundation. The day started with clear(ish) skies and mild temperatures. The set crew and crane arrived right on time. They got the … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 144
“We can only learn to love by loving.” ~Iris Murdoch Irish and British novelist and philosopher Iris Murdoch was born on this day in 1919.
“As far as the education of children is concerned I think they should be taught not the little virtues but the great ones. Not thrift but generosity and an indifference to money; not caution but courage and a contempt for danger; not shrewdness but frankness and a love of truth; not tact but love for … Continue reading Random Quote for July 14, 2023
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