january 20, 2021
“There is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.” ~ Amanda Gorman
january 19, 2021
“Shoutout to people who compliment each other and genuinely mean it. Jealousy is unnecessary. Lift each other up. It’s nice to be nice.” ~ Anna Vienne⠀ Our Mountain Philosopher has today drawn questionable conundrums. Apparently, he drew across his knuckles … Continued
january 18, 2021
“May the warm winds of heaven blow softly upon your house. May the Great Spirit bless all who enter there. May your mocassins make happy tracks in many snows, and may the rainbow always touch your shoulder.” ~ Cherokee Prayer … Continued
january 17, 2021
“Speak to yourself with kindness.” ~ Unknown Dad likes to write on napkins from time to time. Sometimes he draws his hand. Sometimes he draws his hand and embellishes the outline with words and phrases. This day he did away … Continued
january 16, 2021
“An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine bright.” ~ Unknown We awoke to a beautiful snowfall in Kentucky. It warmed enough to keep accumulation in check, but the falling snow lingered. … Continued
january 15, 2021
“It’s only a thought, and a thought can be changed.” ~ Unknown The birthday hits keep coming. This gorgeous calendar from BFF Sharon Shearman in New Zealand arrived today. She follows the NZ K-9 crew, and as a result, so … Continued
january 14, 2021
“It’s paradoxical, that the idea of living a long life appeals to everyone, but the idea of getting old doesn’t appeal to anyone.” ~ Andy Rooney Over the last three years Stacy and I have consumed a lot of Arnold … Continued
january 13, 2021
“Even bad days are valuable.” ~ Shinsuke Hosokawa I’ve mentioned before that gals over 50 get an entire month to celebrate their birthday, and this over 50 gal looks forward to doing just that. Bff Jane Somers in Milwaukee, whom … Continued
january 12, 2021
“I can respect any person who can put their ego aside and say, ‘I made a mistake. I apologize, and I’m correcting the behavior.” ~ Sylvester McNutt III Scott Eastman and Jeff Patterson made a Pam sandwich at Gary’s memorial. … Continued
january 11, 2021
“When we can no longer change our circumstances, we are challenged to change ourselves.” ~ Simon George The week before Christmas 2020 found me weary from being cooped up in my office that doubled, and still does, as my living … Continued