Everything has its wonders, even darkness and silence, and I learn, whatever state I may be in, therein to be content. Helen Keller
Ah, good conversation – there’s nothing like it, is there? The air of ideas is the only air worth breathing. Edith Wharton, The Age of Innocence
The difference between try and triumph is a little umph. Harper’s Bazaar March 2012, Harper’s Bazaar February 2012 Note to self: attempt to look this good in my 40s. Actually, attempt to look this good now. Ok, I know, I…
A career is wonderful, but you can’t curl up with it on a cold night. Marilyn Monroe
In truth a family is what you make it. It is made strong…by the rituals you help family members create, by the memories you share, by the commitment of time, caring, and love you show to one another. – Marge…
Learn from yesterday, live for today, look to tomorrow, rest this afternoon. Charles M. Schulz Vogue Paris March 2012 I’m one of those people that needs a vacation after a vacation (or a weekend rest after a weekend!) I have…
I do not wish them to have power over men, but power over themselves. Mary Wollstonecraft {Vanity Fair May 16, 2012} How important it is for you to rise within your social circle or profession? Do you strive to be…
Always strive to excel, but only on weekends. Richard Rorty 1, 2, 3 Another weekend has passed by and another Monday (groan) is upon us. I spent my weekend walking, walking, walking (oh my back!) around Shanghai and munching on…
Happy Fun, Free Friday lovelies!Inspiration We spend most of our lives trying to fit in. But what are your quirks that make you special? I know that I am a spontaneous singer (luckily I can sing on pitch so it’s…
The Greatest Glory of a free born people is to transmit that freedom to their children William Havard San Diego “Victory Kiss” statue – picture taken by me! Remember… …the opportunities that you have …the family and friends that support…