“A popular disturbance never remains long in the full control of those who start it.”~Ida Tarbell American writer, investigative journalist, biographer and lecturer Ida Tarbell was born on this day in 1857.
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Random Quote for November 4, 2020
"I dislike loud-mouthed patriots who suggest they like our country more than I do. Some people's idea of patriotism is hating other countries."~Andy Rooney American radio and television writer Andy Rooney died on this day in 2011.
Rebuilding the Dream
Two weeks ago, I dreamed that our house burned to the ground. First Reader and I were evacuated the Wednesday morning before this dream invaded my sleep. Best Riding Friend offered an invitation to camp at her place for as long as our evacuation lasted. Our two oldest fur-babies went to their usual sitter while … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream
Random Quote for October 30, 2020
"Loss either teaches you to persist in the face of suffering, or hardens you into a bitter cynic. Sometimes, it does a little of both."~Grace Slick American singer-songwriter and artist Grace Slick was born on this day in 1939.
Random Quote for October 29, 2020
Hope for the best, plan for the worst.~Lee Child, (2014). “Personal (with bonus short story Not a Drill): A Jack Reacher Novel”, p.179, Delacorte Press British author Lee Child was born on this day in 1954.
Random Quote for October 28, 2020
"You know it's love when all you want is that person to be happy, even if you're not part of their happiness."~Julia Roberts American actress and producer Julia Roberts was born on this day in 1967.
Random Quote for October 27, 2020
"I dream too much, work too little."~Sylvia Plath, (2011). “The Journals of Sylvia Plath”, p.542, Faber & Faber American poet, novelist, and short-story writer Sylvia Plath was born on this day in 1932.
Random Quote for October 24, 2020
"Giving orders you know won't be obeyed is one of the best ways I know to destroy your own authority."~David Weber (2014). “Safehold Boxed Set 1: Off Armageddon Reef, By Schism Rent Asunder, and By Heresies Distressed”, p.1045, Macmillan American science fiction and fantasy author David Weber was born on this day in 1952.
Random Quote for October 23, 2020
"As my father used to tell me, the only true sign of success in life is being able to do for a living that which makes you happy.""Weird" Al Yankovic American singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, satirist, actor, music video director, and author "Weird" Al Yankovic was born on this day in 1959.
Evacuation Day 8
Two days ago, we received news that half of our neighborhood was consumed by wildfire, including our humble abode. (C) 2020, JJ ShaunOur home. October 5, 2020 First Reader and I have spent the last few days waiting and wondering what was going on. We've been denied entry to our community daily because of the … Continue reading Evacuation Day 8
J.J. Shaun 