“When there is oppression and dictatorship, by not speaking out, we lose our dignity.”~Asma Jahangir Pakistani human rights lawyer and social activist Asma Jahangir was born on this day in 1952.
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Lyryk’s Song, Part One
Frigid wind howled through the twisted trees of the southern Dragonspine Mountains. Its icy claws ripped at anything daring to venture into its depths. An unbroken gray sky cast the world in muted light. Deep, powdery snow covered the path. Lyryk Starsong tramped through the drifts, leaving an unbroken path behind her. Wrapped in a … Continue reading Lyryk’s Song, Part One
Random Quote for January 25, 2025
“Corruption has its own motivations, and one has to thoroughly study that phenomenon and eliminate the foundations that allow corruption to exist.”~Eduard Shevardnadze Soviet and Georgian politician and diplomat Eduard Shevardnadze was born on this day in 1928.
Random Quote for January 24, 2025
“We all have mental models: the lens through which we see the world that drive our responses to everything we experience. Being aware of your mental models is key to being objective.”~Elizabeth Thornton British-Canadian writer Elizabeth Thornton was born on this day in 1940.
Random Quote for January 23, 2025
“One thing I have learned in my time in politics is that if one of the parties is shameless, the other party cannot afford to be spineless.”~Frank Lautenberg American businessman and politician Frank Lautenberg was born on this day in 1924.
Random Quote for January 22, 2025
“A man that studieth revenge keeps his own wounds green.”~Francis Bacon English philosopher and statesman Francis Bacon was born on this day in 1561.
Random Quote for January 21, 2025
“No individual or company, no matter how large or how profitable, is above the law.”~Eric Holder American lawyer and former Attorney General of the United States Eric Holder was born on this day in 1951.
Random Quote for January 20, 2025
“Never turn down a job because you think it’s too small, you don’t know where it can lead.”~Julia Morgan American architect and engineer Julia Morgan was born on this day in 1872.
Running from the Past
Kithleigh Nightmane had always been small, even for a halfling, but she’d learned to use her small size to her advantage. Her quick hands and sharp wit had always been a source of pride—though she rarely showed it. In the village of Oxbow Landing, where every stone had a tale and every tale a shadow … Continue reading Running from the Past
Random Quote for January 18, 2025
“I’m not afraid to go up to people and pick their brains and ask for advice. To me, that’s how you get better. That’s how I’ve gotten better at everything I’ve ever done. Don’t be too proud to ask for help.”~Dave Bautista American actor and retired professional wrestler Dave Bautista was born on this day … Continue reading Random Quote for January 18, 2025
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