april 16, 2017
“Recommendation” by Thich Nhat Hanh Promise me, promise me this day, promise me now, while the sun is overhead exactly at the zenith, promise me: Even as they strike you down with a mountain of hatred and violence; even as … Continued
april 15, 2017
“Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone.” ~ Pablo Picasso I just finished reading a 600+ page tome about Paul McCartney. He was always my favorite (you thought it would be … Continued
april 14, 2017
“We have to make an effort to extend our natural compassion, not just through prayer or coining nice words, but by making good use of our intelligence. That’s how to become happy ourselves, in a happy family, a happy community … Continued
april 13, 2017
“Whatever ought to be, can be.” ~ James Rouse At a house I pass every morning sits this Little Library. When I first saw it, however, it was a simple suitcase-looking box with a few stickers sitting near the … Continued
april 12, 2017
“Your ordinary acts of love and hope point to the extraordinary promise that every human life is of inestimable value.” ~ Desmond Tutu The yard finally got its first trim of the season. It’s one of my all-time … Continued
april 11, 2017
“Take your mind off the problems for a moment, and focus on the positive possibilities. Consider how very much you are able to do.” ~ Ralph Marston One of the things I love about Lexington is that I often … Continued
april 10, 2017
“My actions are my only true belongings.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh I see how it is. Every ten years I’m going to need a new grill. I’m alright with that. I’m also very alright with BBQ anything cooked … Continued
april 9, 2017
“We only fail when we do not try.” ~ Sister Monica Joan (Call The Midwife) I had the opportunity to commune with nature for a bit in today’s extraordinary beauty. You know that feeling that you’re being watched? I … Continued
april 8, 2017
“You can’t calm the storm, so stop trying. What you can do is calm yourself. The storm will pass.” ~ Timber Hawkeye We had breakfast with Tony and Charlene this morning. Dad always cheers up when Tony’s around, … Continued
april 7, 2017
“Beautiful things happen when you distance yourself from negativity.” ~ Unknown Our shero was in the studio with Jeff Suchanek once again continuing to tell her story. As you can see, Jeff likes to fatten up his subjects before … Continued