Category: Inspiration

• All the World is a Stage

  In all aspects of life, we take on a part and appear to be what we wish to be – and thus the world is composed of actors. Francois la Rochefoucauld Yes, I am aware that the title of my blog for this week is from Shakespeare’s play, As You Like It and not, Twelfth…

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  March 23, 2023

  Inspiration, Psychology

  acceptence, acting a part, autheniticty, being yourself, genuine, honesty

• A Quote for Women’s Month

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  March 16, 2023

  Inspiration

  change, self expression, the power of words, writing

• Responsibility

  You always have a choice. Don’t ever believe you don’t. Whatever you do, it’s a decision and you have to accept responsibility for it. That’s when honor becomes more than empty words. Lynn Flewelling “It flew into my hand.”, he said. He was holding a paper with a gold star and the name Susan carefully…

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  March 9, 2023

  Inspiration, Psychology

  accountability, character, consequences, personal responsibilty, relationships, self-improvement

• Hello Self, Are You There?

  “My friend…care for your psyche…know thyself, for once we know ourselves, we may learn how to care for ourselves” Socrates I’ve been thinking about a meditation I did this morning led by Jay Shetty. A former monk and a well known life coach, he was named in the Forbes 30 under 30. Impressive, however I…

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  February 23, 2023

  Inspiration, Psychology

  character, empowerment, identity, individuality, Inspiration, introspection, meditation, self-awareness

• A Little Skepticism Can’t Hurt

  The louder he talked of his honor, the faster we counted our spoons. Ralph Waldo Emerson This quote is all I have to offer on this cold, February day. Every era has its difficulties. Emerson’s insight is worth considering during our own challenging times. My interpretation of this quote is, the more one speaks of…

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  February 9, 2023

  Inspiration, Social Commentary

  caution, deception, Inspiration, lies, truth

• Right Brain Musing

  A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment a single man contemplates it, bearing within him the image of a cathedral. Antoine de Saint-Exupery, The Little Prince A large part of my thinking comes from the right side of my brain. Math, science, logic. No thank you. With the exception of thinking…

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  February 2, 2023

  Inspiration, Social Commentary

  the importance of art, the need to create, valuing creative work

• Editing a Prince

  What you see and what you hear depends a great deal on where you are standing. It also depends on what sort of person you are. C.S. Lewis This photo I took at Versailles is one of the few images I have of royalty. Harry and Meghan think they have it rough, it could be…

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  January 26, 2023

  Inspiration, Social Commentary

  clear thinking, perception, perspective, power of words, royalty, second looks, self awareness

• Rabbit vs Rat

  A Neighborhood Rabbit “Hallo Rabbit,” he said, “is that you?” “Let’s pretend it isn’t” said Rabbit, “and see what happens.” A.A. Milne I’ve been looking through my photo library searching for this image, of a rabbit, I took while on a walk one summer. Everyone likes rabbits. They are adorable, tiny, balls of fur. I…

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  January 19, 2023

  Inspiration, Psychology

  acceptance, attitude, be positive, mindset, move on, peace

• Women of a Certain Age

  “Some guy said to me: Don’t you think you’re too old to sing rock and roll? I said: You’d better check with Mick Jagger” Cher Many years ago, I received this postcard to a new exhibit. When I checked with the gallery and found out the painting was $4,000, I framed the postcard. Sadly, I…

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  January 12, 2023

  Inspiration, Lifestyle, Social Commentary

  aging gracefully, appearances, false notions, women aging

• Living in the Moment

  Happiness, is not in another place but this place…not for another hour, but this hour. Walt Whitman The sun was setting over the ocean near a beach where we were enjoying a spectacular dinner at a premier restaurant. I should have been soaking up every moment. Good company, fabulous food, a gorgeous view. What I…

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  January 5, 2023

  Inspiration

  awareness, be present, carpe diem, enjoy life, mindfulness