We flatter those we scarcely know, We please the fleeting guest, And deal full many a thoughtless blow To those who love us best. These words written so long ago by Ella Wheeler Wilcox speak to me. They remind me to not take those I love for granted. They remind me that it’s important to … Continue reading
Those who love you are not fooled by mistakes you have made or dark images you hold about yourself. They remember your beauty when you feel ugly; your wholeness when you are broken; your innocence when you feel guilty and your purpose when you are confused. — Alan Cohen I came across this quote online … Continue reading
This is a great post that I think all women should read — those in a relationship, those soon to marry and those already married. Having been married for many, many years to the same (mostly) wonderful man — I think this list is right on target. Thank you Karen for this list. Continue reading
“Children are the world’s most valuable resource and its best hope for the future.” John Fitzgerald Kennedy I believe that children are our most precious commodity. They are the future. How we educate and interact with children is one of the most important things an adult will ever do. Children are so often lost … Continue reading
I’ve become a collector of quotes. It wasn’t a conscious decision — just something that gradually happened. As a teacher, I used quotes as writing prompts, inspirational messages and even decorations. I displayed posters, banners and calendars with educational or motivational quotes around my classroom (and later the library). I kept a list of … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 