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Quote This. Quote That.

Throughout 2025, I posted more than 225 quotations, proverbs, and witticisms from a broad range of people and centuries. I shared words from pacifists and activists, conservatives and liberals, soldiers and sculptors. Notable Quotables hailed from humorists, humanitarians, and historians, … Continue reading

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Go For It

Do not be intimidated. Live positively, hopefully, and fully. “Today’s accomplishments were yesterday’s impossibilities.” — Robert H. Schuller (1929 – 2015) American Christian pastor, motivational speaker, & author

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Sing… even in Silence

“You have not converted a man because you have silenced him.” — John Morley (1838 – 1923) British statesman, writer, & newspaper editor When someone is bullied into silence or socially withdraws because others are constantly whining and ranting their … Continue reading

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Don’t Worry; Be Happy

  “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” — Mahatma Gandhi (1869 – 1948) Indian lawyer and political ethicist

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Hope… Always Hope

  “Spend enough time around success and failure, and you learn a reverence for possibility.” — Dale A. Dauten (1950 – ) American businessman, innovator, & author

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Ahhhhh, Compassion

“Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.” — Dalai Lama (14th is Tenzin Gyatso, born 1935) Spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism With all the bigoted and needless violence of late, I find it interesting that … Continue reading

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Choose Encouragement Over Discouragement

“A person who tells you that you are not good enough knows that you are better than they are.” — Cathy Burnham Martin Author, voiceover artist, and dedicated foodie Life comes with numerous challenges, and they seem to intensify during … Continue reading

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Hope! Always Hope!

  “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” — Hal Borland (1900 – 1978) American writer & journalist The holiday season can be glorious, but for many, it comes with great sorrow and challenges. My wish for you … Continue reading

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Happy Life!

  “Remember this, that very little is needed to make a happy life.” — Marcus Aurelius (121 – 180 AD) Roman Emperor & Stoic philosopher Thanks to everyone… friends and family… who make my life a very happy one!

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Bird, Bird, Bird… Bird’s the Word

We had a smaller Thanksgiving gathering than usual, with just 13 guests. But we are sooo grateful for our friends, both near and far. Ohana, as my sister from Hawaii says, are the friends who become family. We are very … Continue reading

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It Fell for Freedom

  On this day in 1989, I was blessed to be in West Berlin to cover the opening of the Berlin Wall for our ABC affiliate in NH. On November 9th, we’d seen the impossible on television… people dancing atop … Continue reading

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Hope… Always Hope

  “He who has health, has hope. And he who has hope, has everything.” — Arabian proverb         And this little gem is among the Notable Quotables in 2025’s “Hope: and Other Life Seasonings,” another pocket guide … Continue reading

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Be Happy

  “You cannot protect yourself from sadness without protecting yourself from happiness.” — Jonathan Safran Foer (1977 – ) American novelist   This is one of the “Notable Quotables” in my positive, little go-to guidebook entitled “Happiness: and Other Life … Continue reading

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Charlie Kirk Birthday

“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” Arnold Schwarzenegger (1947 – ) Austrian American actor, businessman, & former multi-title-winning bodybuilder; 38th Governor of … Continue reading

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Forgiveness and Happiness

October 7th is National Forgiveness and Happiness Day. We are all encouraged to practice forgiveness to let go of anger, grudges, and resentment, as we promote peace, healing in relationships, and overall well-being for individuals and communities.  I found this … Continue reading

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Humor, Please

Who needs a little humor? “Humor: and Other Life Seasonings” launches today in paperback and digital book formats. The 5th book in my Life Seasonings series follows “Perspectives,” “Hope,” “Happiness,” and “Forgiveness.” “Humor” is a fun little guide to living … Continue reading

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Wake Up Call

America felt a wide swath of hatred and intolerance on 9/11/2001. Today, we pause to reflect on more weaknesses in our human existence. From Martin Luther King, Jr. to Charlie Kirk, our nation has endured political and philosophical assassinations and … Continue reading

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Welcome Home

      This morning, I opened my bedroom curtains and startled two first-year fawns just outside. They then nibbled some grass beside my pear tree. They still have their spots. So adorable.           Though I … Continue reading

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Forgiveness: and Other Life Seasonings

The latest title in my Life Seasonings series is now available in paperback and digital formats! “Forgiveness: and Other Life Seasonings” is a perfect little guide to living a better, fuller life. You’ll find it full of quips, quotations, and … Continue reading

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Eric Grant Trio

Caught the Eric Grant trio last night at Cactus Jack’s in Gilford, NH. Talented and fun, as always. You can find their schedule… for both the entire rocking band, the trio, and Eric Grant’s solo gigs at www.EricGrantBand.com. Worthy!

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Grow Happiness

  “The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance, the wise grows it under his feet.” — James Oppenheim (1882 – 1932) American poet & novelist     This is one of my favorite quotes, so it’s no surprise that … Continue reading

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Happiness Arrives!

  My next edition in the “Life Seasonings” book series was released today! “Happiness: and Other Life Seasonings” is my latest little go-to guide with encouraging tidbits, quotes, and color photos… in paperback and digital formats! Woo-hoo! We all can … Continue reading

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Changes in Lattitudes

  We love New Hampshire’s Lakeport Opera House!       Caught another superb act last night. Hubby scored a table in the front row!   The “Changes in Latitudes” Jimmy Buffett tribute band.     Parrot heads and pirates … Continue reading

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Happy Anniversary!

Today we celebrate the 25th anniversary of our first date. Of course, I had not yet “knighted” Sir Ronald at that time, but the time we have enjoyed together over this quarter century has zoooooomed and been filled with love! … Continue reading

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Hope Begins…

“Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work: you don’t give up.” — Anne Lamott (1954 – … Continue reading

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“Hope” Is Here

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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Rod Stewart Rocks

  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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You’ve Got This

“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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Air Conditioning Appreciation

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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Thank You, Friends

  A true friend accepts who you are but also helps you become who you should be.  My most sincere gratitude to all who have been true to me and helped me grow along the way.

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Savoring Spring

I am greatly enjoying the last weeks of Spring with so many lovely flowers in bloom.         We mow many acres of lush lawns and meadows.       I repeatedly marvel at our fruit trees, and … Continue reading

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Smile Power

“A smile can open a heart faster than a key can open a door.” This common saying reflects on more than a mere ability to open a door. It indicates the chance for a positive attitude. No matter what the … Continue reading

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Memorial Day

A deeply heartfelt thank you on this Memorial Day to all our fallen heroes and their families. We honor the ultimate sacrifices made in securing and protecting our American freedoms.

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National Wyoming Day

In 1803, the U.S. bought most of Wyoming from France as part of the Louisiana Purchase. The Cowboy State became the 44th state in 1870.       One year earlier, the Wyoming Territory led the nation and world in … Continue reading

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Slow It Down

    Don’t be stuck in the past… Carry it with you just as the turtles do. For 25 years, May 23 has marked World Turtle Day.               Both celebration and reminder, it’s a … Continue reading

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Persistence Counts

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. Just my thoughts today about persistence and never giving up.

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Springing Gleefully

  “No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” — Hal Borland (1900 – 1978) American writer & journalist     I feel mightily blessed to be surrounded by gorgeous flowers and fruits that seem to be literally singing … Continue reading

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Bonfire Away!

Friendship is another word for love.   Thanks to everyone who shared our bonfire celebration last night!

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You Are More than Good Enough

“A person who tells you that you are not good enough knows that you are better than they are.” — Cathy Burnham Martin (1954 – ) Author, voiceover artist, and dedicated foodie; from her 2017 book & audiobook “The Bimbo … Continue reading

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National Provider Appreciation Day

Bravo to all providers, whether professional or heartfelt. National Provider Appreciation Day reminds us to share gratitude with anyone who helps those who need it. This may be in keeping a roof over someone’s head and food on the table… … Continue reading

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