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Monthly Archives: June 2024
Ability!
“The world cares very little about what a man or woman knows; it is what a man or woman is able to do that counts.” — Booker T. Washington (1856 – 1915) American educator, author & orator; born into slavery
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Honorable
“The louder he talks of honor, the faster we count our spoons.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 – 1882) American essayist & philosopher
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Ahhh, Government
“I predict future happiness for America if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.” — Thomas Jefferson (1743 – 1826) 3rd president of the United States; diplomat, … Continue reading
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Think
“Every great movement must experience three stages: ridicule, discussion, adoption.” — John Stuart Mill (1806 – 1873) Naturalist & English language philosopher; member of Parliament of the United Kingdom
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Let Yourself Be Happy!
“You cannot protect yourself from sadness without protecting yourself from happiness.” — Jonathan Safran Foer (1977 – ) American novelist
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Happy Birthday, Mom!
Today is a day of sensational celebration. Mom celebrates her 94th birthday. She does this with her usual humbleness and grace. Her greatest gifts are those she gives to all who know her. … Continue reading
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Praise Rightly
“It is more difficult to praise rightly than to blame.” — Thomas Fuller (1710 – 1790) Enslaved African renowned for his mathematical abilities
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Hope… Always Hope!
“Were it not for hope the heart would break.” — Scottish proverb
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Oh, Yeah!
“The early bird may get the worm… but it’s the second mouse that gets the cheese.” — Anonymous
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To Victory!
“Where there is unity there is always victory.” — Publilius Syrus (85 BC – 43 BC) Latin writer, brought as a slave to Roman Italy
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American Eagle Day
When we see an eagle in flight, we stop whatever we are doing and simply watch. Our most recognizable national symbol, eagles remain mesmerizing.
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Yes, You Can!
“Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.” — Tori Amos (born Myra Ellen Amos) (1963 – ) American singer-songwriter
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National Go Fishing Day
God: “Hi Noah, been out in the Ark lately?” Noah: “Yes, went out for a bit of fishing yesterday” God: “Any good?” Noah: “No, I couldn’t stay out long, I only had two worms…” If you have any good … Continue reading
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Light Up Your Thoughts!
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.” — Plutarch (46-120AD) Greek philosopher & historian
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Happy Father’s Day!
“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.” – Jim Valvano (1946 – 1993) American basketball player, coach, and broadcaster I was mightily blessed with a fabulous … Continue reading
Ignorant Bluster
“Ignorant people are sure of the causes of everything.” — James Thorpe (1887 – 1953) American athlete & Olympic gold medalist
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Age Youthfully
“A man is not old until his regrets take the place of dreams.” — Yiddish proverb
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Stay Fit, Guys!
During National Men’s Health Week, take a little time to raise awareness and encourage men to seek help. Life gets crazy, and it’s easy to ignore little signs, but early detection and treatment are vital. We know! That saved Sir … Continue reading
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Flag Waving
This week, National Flag Week in the USA, is a time to pause and recognize the greatness of this nation and its people. The 13 stripes represent the 13 original colonies, and the 50 stars represent the 50 states. The … Continue reading
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Making Life Beautiful
June 11th is National Making Life Beautiful Day. This is a day to celebrate people who make life beautiful by building relationships or helping others achieve success. This is also an opportunity to put a smile on someone’s face. … Continue reading
Faithful
“It is better to be faithful than famous.” — Theodore Roosevelt (1858 – 1919) 26th U.S. President
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Play Time!
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old. We grow old because we stop playing.”— George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950)Irish playwight
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Soulful
“The most beautiful people wear their hearts on their sleeves and their souls in their smiles.” — Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius) (83BC – 30BC) Roman politician & general under Julius Caesar
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Ahhhh, Compassion
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” — Dalai Lama (1935 – ) 14th Buddhist spiritual leader
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See the Beauty
“I don’t think of all the misery but of the beauty that still remains.” — Anne Frank (1929 – 1945) Celebrated German-born Jewish diarist, noted for documenting life in hiding from the Nazis with her family in an Amsterdam … Continue reading
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National Cheese Day
For National Cheese Day, you can celebrate with your favorite cheese and crackers or a charcuterie board, or a great grilled cheese sandwich. I will also suggest a terrifically tasty Roasted Cream Cheese. (Yup… BBQ grill or oven.) You can … Continue reading
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Steak Out!
June is National Steakhouse Month… ooh-la-la! I can taste a perfect steak right now. Bits of crispy yumminess on the outside and tantalizingly tasty succulence inside. Little is more mouthwatering than the intoxicating aromas that … Continue reading
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Ahhh, Truth!
“The trouble with too many people is they believe the realm of truth always lies within their vision.” — Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) American statesman; 16th President 1861-65; assassinated following Civil War
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Dress Pretty
June 1 is National Wear a Dress Day… to celebrate wearing dresses. Be sassy, sophisticated, or silly. Of course, some people wear them better than others. My hubby has perfect legs for skirts, so when he chose to dress … Continue reading
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