“Writers have no real area of expertise. They are merely generalists with a highly inflamed sense of punctuation.”~Lorrie Moore American writer, critic, and essayist Lorrie Moore was born on this day in 1957.
Writers
Random Quote for May 13, 2022
“I think many writers write because it's a convenient way to explain themselves to themselves. We take the chaos and the turmoil and the bullshit of our lives, and we make it into something that has a harmonious shape and sound.”~Armistead Maupin American writer Armistead Maupin was born on this day in 1944.
Random Quote for April 28, 2021
“Wisdom comes from experience. Experience is often a result of lack of wisdom.”~Terry Pratchett English humorist, satirist, and fantasy author Terry Pratchett was born on this day in 1948.
Random Quote for April 20, 2021
“Our differences in beliefs do not truly separate us, or elevate us over others. Rather, they highlight the rich tapestry that is humanity.”~George Takei American actor, author, and activist George Takei was born on this day in 1937.
Random Quote for April 17, 2021
“All that we know about those we have loved and lost is that they would wish us to remember them with a more intensified realization of their reality. What is essential does not die but clarifies. The highest tribute to the dead is not grief but gratitude.”~Thornton Wilder American playwright and novelist Thornton Wilder was … Continue reading Random Quote for April 17, 2021
Random Quote for April 15, 2021
“There's nothing wrong with being afraid. It's not the absence of fear, it's overcoming it. Sometimes you've got to blast through and have faith.”~Emma Watson English actress, model, and activist Emma Watson was born on this day in 1990.
Random Quote for April 14, 2021
“Keep on beginning and failing. Each time you fail, start all over again, and you will grow stronger until you have accomplished a purpose—not the one you began with perhaps, but one you'll be glad to remember.”~Anne Sullivan American teacher Anne Sullivan was born on this day in 1866.
Random Quote for April 13, 2021
“Never think you've seen the last of anything.”~Eudora Welty American short story writer, novelist and photographer Eudora Welty was born on this day in 1909.
Random Quote for April 12, 2021
“Tolerance ain't the same as acceptance, even though we all wish it was.”~Amy Ray American singer-songwriter Amy Ray was born on this day in 1964.
Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 28
Now that the weather has shifted from Winter to Spring, we are starting to get phone calls and emails regarding our property and building. Methinks our life is about to kick into high gear. We managed to finally complete the federal disaster aid application and get it submitted. What a pain that was, but it’s … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 28
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