“Our attitudes control our lives. Attitudes are a secret power working twenty-four hours a day, for good or bad. It is of paramount importance that we know how to harness and control this great force.”~Irving Berlin American composer and lyricist Irving Berlin was born on this day in 1888.
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Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 32
Another busy week. This time we got some actual work done on the property. (C) 2021, JJ ShaunThe location for the first new shed is now ready for the base. Last Sunday, we put out a call to friends and family to help us get the rest of the ash and debris bagged up and … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 32

Random Quote for May 8, 2021
“The past always seems better when you look back on it than it did at the time. And the present never looks as good as it will in the future.”~Peter Benchley American author, screenwriter, and ocean activist Peter Benchley was born n this day in 1940.

Random Quote for May 4, 2021
“I find that once you start helping others, it makes you feel better about yourself. It helps you figure out what you want to do with your own life.~Lance Bass American singer, dancer, actor, and film and television producer Lance Bass was born on this day in 1979.

Random Quote for May 3, 2021
Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.”~Golda Meir Israeli stateswoman, politician, and teacher Golda Meir was born on this day in 1898.

Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 31
We have had a busy yet uneventful week. Monday, we took advantage of the warm before the storm and moved another carload of goodies from one storage unit to the other. I know it sounds like we’re doing busy work, and we sort of are, but we’re trying to shed as many unnecessary payments as … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 31

Random Quote for May 1, 2021
“Do what you love, and you will find the way to get it out to the world.”~Judy Collins American singer and songwriter Judy Collins was born on this day in 1939.

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 27, 2021
“The beginning is always today.”~Mary Wollstonecraft English writer, philosopher, and women's rights advocate Mary Wollstonecraft was born on this day in 1759.

Random Quote for April 26, 2021
“Before you go to bed, write down three 'gratefuls' for the day and three 'did wells' (they can even include something as simple as doing the laundry)-the results can be amazing!”~Carol Burnett American actress, comedian, singer, and writer Carol Burnett was born on this day in 1933.