Category Archives: Notable Quotables

  “A desire to resist oppression is implanted in the nature of man.” — Tacitus (Publius Cornelius Tacitus) (58 – 120 AD) Roman historian and politician

On this day we pause to recognize what makes someone truly beautiful. It has nothing to do with looks. No make-up will help. It comes with no jealousy, bragging, or conceit. Inner beauty cannot be faked. Inner beauty reflects our … Continue reading →

“There are risks and costs to a program of action, but they are far less than the long-range risks and costs of comfortable inaction.” — John F. Kennedy (1917 – 1963) 35th President of the United States (Photo by Tim … Continue reading →

“Words may show a man’s wit but actions his meaning.” — Benjamin Franklin (1706 – 1790) Founding Father of the United States, inventor, publisher, political philosopher

In these post-Hurricane Ian days, weeks, and months, many hearts, souls, and lives will be tested. Many prayers for courage, strength, and patience are going out to all who are suffering and have suffered devastating losses. “What lies behind us … Continue reading →

    “Of all ills that one endures, hope is a cheap and universal cure.” — Abraham Cowley (1618-1667) English poet (Photo by Sarah Richter)

So, it’s officially Autumn. Kiss Summer a fond farewell and look forward to Mother Nature’s magic. The leaves turning wild, fiery yellow, orange, and red make me smile. Shuffling and kicking through crispy fallen leaves makes me young again… if … Continue reading →

“Expect to have hope rekindled. Expect your prayers to be answered in wondrous ways. The dry seasons in life do not last. The spring rains will come again.” — Sarah Ban Breathnach (1947 – ) American author  (Photo by Steven … Continue reading →

  “There is nothing more truly artistic than to love people.” — Vincent van Gogh (1853 – 1890) Dutch Post-Impressionist painter (Image by Rheo)

“You may have to fight a battle more than once to win.” — Margaret Thatcher (1925 – 2013) Prime Minister of the  United Kingdom 1979 – 1990; first female British prime minister & longest serving in the 20th century (Image … Continue reading →

“Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) American essayist, philosopher, & poet (Photo by Sharon Ang)

  “Freedom of opinion can only exist when a government thinks itself secure.” — Bertrand Russell (1872 – 1970) British philosopher (Photo by Andrew Martin)

If something wonderful is starting or happening in your life, bravo!!!! Relish the time… the sharing… the marvelous memories you are making. On the other hand, if something not-so-wonderful is happening… or something wonderful has ended, please do not lose … Continue reading →

First recognized in 1973 by the U.S. Congress, this day commemorates the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote.   “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”  —Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) First … Continue reading →

    “Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.” — Edmund Burke (1729-1797) Irish-born British statesman & philosopher

“In matters of principle, stand like a rock; in matters of taste, swim with the current.” — Thomas Jefferson (1743 – 1826) Founding Father; 2nd US Vice President & 3rd US President (Thanks to Julius Silver for the photo taken … Continue reading →

“What if I told you 10 years from now your life would be exactly the same? Doubt you’d be happy. So, why are you afraid of change?” — Karen Salmansohn American self-help author (Image by Gerd Altmann)

“The human heart, at whatever age, opens only to the heart that opens in return.” — Maria Edgeworth (1767-1849) British writer

I am in the demographic group known as the Baby Boomers. We are those born between the end of World War II (1946) and 1964. Baby Boomers are known for “rejecting and redefining traditional values.” So true…  I mean, the … Continue reading →

The classic film “Wizard of Oz” debuted in Hollywood, California on this date in 1939. It opened across the United States on August 25th. While she started as a fictional character in L. Frank Baum’s children’s novel, “The Wonderful Wizard … Continue reading →

  “Anyone who does not believe in miracles is not a realist.” — David Ben-Gurion (1886 – 1973) First Prime Minister of Israel (Photo by Jimmy Conover)

“There can be no doubt that our Nation has had a long and unfortunate history of sex discrimination.  Traditionally, such discrimination was rationalized by an attitude of “romantic paternalism” which, in practical effect, put women, not on a pedestal, but … Continue reading →

  It’s been said many times in many ways. Our true character is reflected in our integrity.     “Integrity is doing the right thing, even if nobody is watching.” — C. S. Lewis (1898 – 1963) British writer “A … Continue reading →

Nic“Begin challenging your own assumptions.  Your assumptions are your windows on the world.  Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won’t come in.” — Alan Alda (1936 – ) American actor

“To reach a port we must sail, sometimes with the wind, and sometimes against it. But we must not drift or lie at anchor.” — Oliver Wendell Holmes (1841 – 1935) Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1902 – … Continue reading →