Of one thing the reader can be certain: the more easily anything reads, the harder it has been to write.”~Mary Roberts Rinehart American writer Mary Roberts Rinehart was born on this day in 1876.
Writing
Dari
Dariyus Lamanya sat in the rear wagon, watching the road behind. Dari had signed on as a guard with Master Charvis when Brother Balasar deemed him ready to face the world outside the village. Yarjerit Balasar, Vater’s clan brother, raised Dari in the male-dominated clan after Vater died in battle. Brother Balasar recognized Dari’s divine … Continue reading Dari
Random Quote for August 10, 2024
“There was a certain amount of pride placed upon the doubtful distinction of being an “only Negro,” the thing I came to Chicago to escape.”~Era Bell Thompson American writer and editor Era Bell Thompson was born on this day in 1905.
Random Quote for August 09, 2024
“Learning to love yourself, is the greatest love all.”~Whitney Houston American singer, actress, film producer, and philanthropist Whitney Houston was born on this day in 1963.
Random Quote for August 08, 2024
“The wisdom acquired with the passage of time is a useless gift unless you share it.”~Esther Williams American competitive swimmer and actress Esther Williams was born on this day in 1921.
Random Quote for August 07, 2024
“The dance is a poem of which each movement is a word.”~Mata Hari Dutch exotic dancer and courtesan Mata Hari was born on this day in 1876.
Random Quote for August 06, 2024
“Great thoughts come from the heart.”~Luc de Clapiers French writer and moralist Luc de Clapiers was born on this day in 1715.
Fire Update
Good morning everyone. I want to update you on the latest forest fire. The beginning of last week was hot, dry, and windy. On Monday morning, a neighbor spotted a plume of smoke rising from a nearby peak and called it in. Because our area is subject to massive wildfires, mountain dwellers, and county officials … Continue reading Fire Update
Random Quote for August 05, 2024
“Do unto those downstream as you would have those upstream do unto you.”~Wendell Berry American novelist, poet, essayist, environmental activist, cultural critic, and farmer Wendell Berry was born on this day in 1934.
Here We Go Again
Once more, First Reader and I are on Fire Watch. As of last Monday (7/29/24), yet another wildfire threatens our region (the Alexander Mountain fire). In fact, the state incident management folks currently report more than a dozen such fires. Despite (or maybe because of?) the recent thunderstorms that produced little in the way of … Continue reading Here We Go Again
J.J. Shaun 