“Don’t plan too hard, because something much better might be out there.” ~Candy Crowley American news anchor Candy Crowley was born on this day in 1948.
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Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 124
Merry Christmas, everyone. Nothing has changed on the building front. The ‘bomb cyclone’ that blew across the United States last week prevented much of anything from happening—well, that and the holidays. Our household spent the coldest days bundled up inside, grateful the power didn’t go out like it did in some regions. The hardest part … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 124
Random Quote for December 24, 2022
“Who would not rather trust and be deceived?” ~Eliza Cook English author and poet Eliza Cook was born on this day in 1818.
Garrick’s Tale
Malusk shook Skrie awake. Seeing Garrick huddled in front of the fire brought her out of her nightmare and into full wakefulness. “I ran as fast as I could to find the villagers,” Garrick said, his voice strained, “but I was too late. I found Mayze and several of the hunters dead, along with two … Continue reading Garrick’s Tale
Random Quote for December 22, 2022
“Encourage and support your kids because ‘Children are apt to live up to what you believe of them.’” ~Lady Bird Johnson Former First Lady of the United States, Lady Bird Johnson was born on this day in 1912.
Reflecting on 2022
Today marks the Winter Solstice. What does that mean, exactly? Historically, the day means a lot of things to many faiths, but what does it mean to you as a person? For me, it’s a time for reflection but also a time to look ahead at the new year. For the past two solstices, we … Continue reading Reflecting on 2022
Random Quote for December 20, 2022
“…value exists only where there is consciousness. Where nothing ever is felt, nothing matters.” ~Susanne Katherina Langer American philosopher, writer, and educator Susanne Katherina Langer was born on this day in 1895.
Random Quote for December 19, 2022
“Do not teach your children never to be angry; teach them how to be angry.” ~Lyman Abbott American Congregationalist theologian, editor, and author Lyman Abbott was born on this day in 1835.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 123
After another week of waiting, we’re still looking for a team to bring our home up the mountain. We’ve had bites but no commitments—yet. I don’t know why we expected this part of the building process to be any different than the rest of it has been. After all, it’s been an uphill struggle all … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 123
Random Quote for December 17, 2022
“Why can I not fight for my country too?” ~Deborah Sampson Teacher, weaver, lecturer, farmer, and soldier in the Continental Army, Deborah Sampson was born on this day in 1760.
J.J. Shaun 