To improve is to change, so to be perfect is to have changed often. ~ Winston Churchill Every January 1, we have a chance to remake ourselves. At the start of a new decade, this seems to be even more important, but really one can remake themselves at the start of every morning. You don't…Read more The Last Cheeseburger of 2019
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Bright Lights
To understand, one has only to listen. Friday the 13th has become a sacred tradition for the British Hubby and myself. Eighteen months ago, our Godzilla adventure began on a Friday the 13th. Little did we know, that first movie would be the catalyst for our Godzilla fandom. Last night we continued our horror tradition…Read more Bright Lights
Craftvent Day 2: The first yarn
Properly practiced, knitting soothes the troubled spirit, and it doesn't hurt the untroubled spirit either. ~ Elizabeth Zimmerman I was eagerly awaiting December 2 to see the first yarn for Craftvent only discover it was a fuzzy alpaca base. Mohair type yarns aren't a style of yarn I gravitate towards, and sadly, I can't wear…Read more Craftvent Day 2: The first yarn
Craftvent Day 1: The Journey Begins
Your greatness is not in what you have, but in what you give back. It's December 1. The holiday season is officially upon us. This year I find myself not making to do lists, but finding ways I can give back. This is my second year of Craftvent. Yes, last year's project is still uncompleted.…Read more Craftvent Day 1: The Journey Begins
Labors of Love
No work is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence. ~ Martin Luther King Jr. Labor laws are some of the most controversial laws ever created. They were created to protect workers from 12 hour days seven days a week. The first Labor Day was…Read more Labors of Love
Book Challenge: The Coddling of The American Mind
Think before you speak. Read before you think. ~ Fran Lebowitz I'm making progress on my 2019 book challenge. I've just completed book number 12 of 20. Goodreads is telling me I'm 1 book behind. I appreciate it wants me to keep on track, but it's not the end of the world if I only…Read more Book Challenge: The Coddling of The American Mind
Double Feature with the Devil
"Get your stinking paw off me, you damned dirty ape!" ~ Planet of the Apes How did I get two weeks behind with my movie posts? Silly day job is keeping me too damn busy. Two Fridays ago, we took a slightly different approach for our Brain out Movie night. We watched The Devil Made…Read more Double Feature with the Devil
