“Contradictions in human character are one of its most consistent notes.” ~Muriel Spark“Loitering with Intent”, p.16, New Directions Publishing Scottish novelist, short story writer, poet, and essayist Muriel Spark was born on this day in 1918.
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Wednesday Word for January 31, 2024
Today’s word comes from the news. Today’s Word Part of Speech noun Definition an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government a situation in which a large group of people try to take political control of their own country with violence History From the Middle English insureccion, from Anglo-French, from … Continue reading Wednesday Word for January 31, 2024
Random Quote for January 30, 2024
“The more facts one introduces, the more truth one shows, the more determined the bigot is to cling to his belief.” ~Judith Tarr American fantasy and science fiction author Judith Tarr was born on this day in 1955.
Random Quote for January 29, 2024
“The world is not ideal, and the only weapon we can give our children is information. Information which is not pretty, but honest.” ~Cristina Saralegui Cuban-born American journalist, television personality, actress, and talk show host Cristina Saralegui was born on this day in 1948.
The New Semester
“Hi, Stevie!” says Bert as he enters The Jaunty Mug coffee shop. “Hi Bert,” says Stevie, the barista, as he raises his head from cleaning the coffee machine. “The usual?” “You got it.” The rest of the group trickles in, ordering their respective drinks as they pass the counter. Stevie acknowledges each with a greeting … Continue reading The New Semester
Random Quote for January 26, 2024
“I refused to take no for an answer.” ~Bessie Coleman American civil aviator, and the first African-American woman to hold a pilot license, Bessie Coleman was born on this day in 1892.
Revisiting the Beginning
Five years ago, I created my first post about the world I call Adaran. (C) 2020, JJ ShaunRough map of Adaran. I introduced Meegan Redoak, my half-elven misfit, who falls in with a group of adventurers after tragedy upends her world. The original plot events petered out to nothing. I had a solid beginning of … Continue reading Revisiting the Beginning
Random Quote for January 24, 2024
“The secret of the universe is this: The universe doesn’t care. That part of the job is yours.” ~David Gerrold American science fiction screenwriter and novelist David Gerrold was born on this day in 1944.
Random Quote for January 23, 2024
“You face challenges in your personal life and in your professional life. I continue to be relentlessly optimistic and not focus on the negative.” ~Norah O’Donnell American television journalist Norah O’Donnell was born on this day in 1974.
Random Quote for January 22, 2024
“As knowledge increases, wonder deepens.” ~Charles Morgan British playwright and novelist Charles Morgan was born on this day in 1894.
J.J. Shaun 