“Petty laws breed great crimes.” ~Ouida English novelist Ouida was born on this day in 1839.
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Reflecting on 2023
Where did 2023 go? We brought the year in at a mountain resort. For 2024, we’ll stay in as we settle into the new home and recover from the cooties. A lot has happened since that trip. We applied for (and finally received) a disaster loan from the state. The transport company delivered our house … Continue reading Reflecting on 2023
Random Quote for December 30, 2023
“I’m not religious in any formal sense, not in any God sense.” ~Al Purdy Canadian free verse poet Al Purdy was born on this day in 1918.
Random Quote for December 29, 2023
“I think what happens is when you have fear, fear translates into hatred.” ~Christine Leunens New Zealand-Belgian novelist Christine Leunens was born on this day in 1964.
Random Quote for December 28, 2023
“Science is not a boy’s game, it’s not a girl’s game. It’s everyone’s game. It’s about where we are and where we’re going. Space travel benefits us here on Earth. And we ain’t stopped yet. There’s more exploration to come.” ~Nichelle Nichols American actress, singer and dancer Nichelle Nichols was born on this day in … Continue reading Random Quote for December 28, 2023
Random Quote for December 27, 2023
“Our civic society is really all we have by way of nationhood.” ~Cokie Roberts American journalist and author Cokie Roberts was born on this day in 1943.
Random Quote for December 26, 2023
“Every day holds the possibility of a miracle.” ~Elizabeth David British cookery writer Elizabeth David was born on this day in 1913.
Random Quote for December 25, 2023
“Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” ~Winston Churchill Merry Christmas to one and all. May you and yours have a bright and joyful day.
Changes on the Horizon
As the new year begins, you’ll see some changes in the Tavern Tales. Quotes will continue to fill the void on days I have nothing to say, or life has overwhelmed me to distraction. Sundays, you’ll see more of the stories I have written and polished. I posted some of those stories on this site … Continue reading Changes on the Horizon
Random Quote for December 23, 2023
“Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.” ~Madam C. J. Walker African American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist Madam C. J. Walker was born on this day in 1867.
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