Monthly Archives: July 2025

“Hope” Is Here

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

My second book in the new Life Seasonings series was released today. “Hope” is a great little go-to guide for anyone in need of a lift, a boost, a reminder that we can and should “hang in there,” despite challenging … Continue reading →

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Over the Moon!

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  Sir Ronald and I have had grand fun seeking out new venues and hidden treasures. Last night we caught a true gem… the Over the Moon Farmstead Restaurant and BarN (not a typo).       But do NOT … Continue reading →

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Something for Nothing

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “We should not expect something for nothing, but we all do, and we call it hope.” — E. W. Howe (1853 – 1937) American novelist & editor

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Thunder Rolled

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  A couple of nights ago, Sir Ronald and I watched a T-storm scream across Lake Winnipesaukee.         Sitting in the boat’s cockpit, the calm before the storm gave nothing away, but this baby was coming!  A … Continue reading →

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National Grand Marnier Day

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  Celebrate National Grand Marnier Day! For Sir Ronald, Grand Marnier is his favorite after-dinner drink…       served in a large snifter, of course. I’ll take mine in Crepes Suzette, please. The classic French dessert is served with … Continue reading →

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Surprise!

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “The moments of happiness we enjoy take us by surprise. It is not that we seize them, but that they seize us.” — Ashley Montagu (1905 – 1999) British American anthropologist

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Rod Stewart Rocks

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  We caught Rod Stewart… again… in concert last night in Gilford, NH.       He had his typical entertaining costume changes every 3 songs. As usual, his entire cast was fabulous. Insane how solid a showman Stewart remains… … Continue reading →

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New Release – Perspectives

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Thank you to my many friends who have been earnestly asking when my next book will be released. In progress, there are several works, some entertaining and some intriguing, but they need more time than I have had. Unfortunately, circumstances … Continue reading →

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True Friends

Posted on July 10, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

    “If you have one true friend, you have more than your share.” — Thomas Fuller (1608 – 1661) English writer & historian

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Oops!

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

“The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.”   — Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) British philosopher, logician, author, & Nobel laureate

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Step Lightly

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “One of the secrets of life is to make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks.” — Jack Penn (1909 – 1996) African surgeon, sculptor & artist

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Brilliant!!!

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “What the world needs is more geniuses with humility; there are so few of us left.” — Oscar Levant (1906 – 1972) American pianist & composer  

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Kiss Kiss

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Celebrate International Kissing Day! You know what to do… Travel to a foreign country and kiss somebody! Wait! That’s not it??!! Okay. Save the airfare. Smooch wherever you are.

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You’ve Got This

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

“If you ever feel like you want to give up, think of all the little things that have made you smile… Hang on and live for those things.” — Cathy Burnham Martin

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Happy Independence Day!

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

We have our issues, as we always have… as all nations do. However, we Americans are especially blessed. We have innovation, a good economy, and ever-opening opportunities. Our individual perceptions, perspectives, and personal experiences can sway our opinions. Despite divisiveness, … Continue reading →

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Air Conditioning Appreciation

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

This is one hot summer… everywhere! Today is Air Conditioning Appreciation Day. Enjoy it, if you’ve got it. If not, take great care to stay out of the sun, or in the water, or near a fan. And hydrate! (Nope… … Continue reading →

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Patience, Please

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “Patience is also a form of action.”  — Auguste Rodin (1840 – 1917) French sculptor

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‘Tis Better to Hope

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  “In all things, it is better to hope than to despair.” — Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe (1749 – 1832) German writer & polymath

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