“But there are some wounds that can never be healed.” ~Helen Garner Australian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist, Helen Garner was born on this day in 1942.
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Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 116
Mr. Contractor has been making steady progress on our construction. He has been moving dirt from areas that will someday contain a garage but will be parking and “toy” storage until that happens. For now, though, it’s our dirt source. (C) 2022, JJ ShaunOur dirt source. Peeking in the downstairs window opening, we could see … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 116
Random Quote for November 05, 2022
“Every child, woman, and man should possess license to speak or sing in his or her true voice.” ~Joyce Maynard American novelist, memoirist, and journalist Joyce Maynard was born on this day in 1953.
Random Quote for November 04, 2022
“Leadership is not about popularity, it is about doing what is right.” ~Laura Bush American teacher, librarian, memoirist, and former First Lady of Texas and First Lady of the United States, Laura Bush was born on this day in 1946.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 115
First Reader and I drove up to check the progress on the house yesterday. Our contractor buried the drainage on the north and east sides of the basement and was moving dirt when we arrived. (C) 2022, JJ ShaunMr. Contactor moving dirt. Two loads of squeegee were delivered Saturday morning, which was good, even though … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 115
The Damned Priestess
Securing the ring in the pewter box, the companions sat down to discuss what to do next. “I wish there was a college of magic here,” said Theren. “There’s a temple,” suggested Skrie. “Maybe one of the priestesses there can help us.” “I guess it’s better than nothing,” replied the elf, “let’s take it there.” … Continue reading The Damned Priestess
Random Quote for November 01, 2022
“All books are doors; and some of them are wardrobes.” ~Susanna Clarke English author Susanna Clarke was born on this day in 1959.
Random Quote for October 31, 2022
“Kids learn more from example than from anything you say; I'm convinced they learn very early not to hear anything you say, but to watch what you do.” ~Jane Pauley American television host, and author, Jane Pauley was born on this day in 1950.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 114
The “squeegee” delivery turned into a bust on Thursday. The company I talked to could sell us the material but would not authorize their trucks to drive it up our mountain. Their excuse was that the road was not well maintained enough to put wear and tear on their equipment. I kept my comments to … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 114
Random Quote for October 29, 2022
“It’s the imperfections that make something beautiful, that’s what makes it different and unique from everything else.” ~Bob Ross American painter, art instructor, and television host, Bob Ross was born on this day in 1942.
J.J. Shaun 