I somehow managed to contract a 48-hour bug that had my tummy tender and my temperature up last week. I slept for the better part of two days, then spent the rest of the week trying to recoup my energy. Yesterday was the first time I’ve ventured out since. And I guess if one is … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 22
“We must have government, but we must watch them like a hawk.”~Millicent Fenwick American fashion editor, politician, and diplomat Millicent Fenwick was born on this day in 1910.
“I want my arguments to be good arguments on the basis of what I actually have to say.”~Judith Butler American philosopher and gender theorist Judith Butler was born on this day in 1956.
“I feel like love is the thing we were created for, yet it's the place we struggle the most.”~Niecy Nash American comedian, actress, television host, model, and producer Niecy Nash was born on this day in 1970.
“I am glad that I paid so little attention to good advice; had I abided by it I might have been saved from some of my most valuable mistakes.”~Edna St. Vincent Millay American lyrical poet and playwright Edna St. Vincent Millay was born on this day in 1892.
The cold spell from last week finally gave way to more seasonal temperatures. Which is to say, it is still cold and snowy. The daytime temps in this region run in the 40s this time of year. While the average snowfall for the month is around three or so inches. This year the area has … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 21
“If you can't change your fate, change your attitude.”~Amy Tan American author Amy Tan was born on this day in 1952.
“Maturity is a series of shattered illusions.”~LeVar Burton American actor, director, and children's television host LeVar Burton was born on this day in 1957.
“Failure is impossible.”~Susan B. Anthony American social reformer and women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony was born on this day in 1820.
We didn’t make it up the mountain this week. Even though we still have work to do, the weather has been frigid as a polar vortex slammed the state, plummeting daytime temperatures into the single digits during the day. Add a breeze to those temps, and the cold becomes dangerous. So, we spent the week … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 20
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