“Differences are not intended to separate, to alienate. We are different precisely in order to realize our need of one another.”~Desmond Tutu South African Anglican bishop and theologian Desmond Tutu was born on this day in 1931.
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Home Again
By the time we arrived on the Western Slope on Sunday afternoon, dinner was almost ready. Two hours later, we watched the sun set over the mesa. (C) 2024, JJ ShaunSunset over Grand Mesa, Western Colorado. Monday, we drove around looking at the sights and views of the surrounding areas. One place we visited was … Continue reading Home Again
Random Quote for October 05, 2024
“We swallow greedily any lie that flatters us, but we sip only little by little at a truth we find bitter.”~Denis Diderot French philosopher, art critic, and writer Denis Diderot was born on this day in 1713.
Framed, Part 3
The dissonance eased as Lyryk reached the ballroom. The varied shades of crimson, red, burgundy, and maroon affected her mood and her music took on the tones of a march. Eliam glanced at her from the corner of his eye and changed the tempo. She tried to follow his lead, but the weight of the … Continue reading Framed, Part 3
Random Quote for October 03, 2024
“Where the people possess no authority, their rights obtain no respect.”~George Bancroft American historian, statesman, and politician George Bancroft was born on this day in 1800.
Random Quote for October 02, 2024
“‘American Pie’ speaks to the loss that we feel. That’s why that song has found the niche that it has.”~Don McLean American singer-songwriter and guitarist Don McLean was born on this day in 1945.
Random Quote for October 01, 2024
“Self-awareness is the ability to take an honest look at your life without any attachment to it being right or wrong, good or bad.”~Debbie Ford American self-help author, coach, lecturer, and teacher Debbie Ford was born on this day in 1955.
Random Quote for September 30, 2024
“You don’t have to think about love; you either feel it or you don’t.”~Laura Esquivel Mexican novelist, screenwriter, and politician Laura Esquivel was born on this day in 1950.
Homeward Bound
What a trip! Indeed, the drive into San Diego was the nightmare I expected. The drive south from Big Pine was slick and quick until we reached the outskirts of San Bernardino. Of course, we reached town during the first throes of rush hour. By the time we reached Temecula, I was done. So, we … Continue reading Homeward Bound
Random Quote for September 28, 2024
I do not agree with what you have to say, but I’ll defend to the death your right to say it.”~Evelyn Beatrice Hall English writer Evelyn Beatrice Hall was born on this day in 1868.
J.J. Shaun 