“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle.” — Philo of Alexandria
Remembering Who We Are
Several years ago, a dear friend of mine held an intimate dinner for her 50th birthday party. She didn’t invite me. The exclusion hurt a great deal. We’d spoken daily for the past two if not three years, we’d guided each other through major personal crises, and enjoyed a cup of tea or a meal together at least once a week. We were close friends, I thought; it never occurred to me I wouldn’t be included. When I asked her why, she bumbled through several excuses and then finally said, “Well, you know. You have that big personality.”
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Quote of the Week for April 23
“Don’t think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it’s good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.” — Andy Warhol
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Shooting My Way Out of My Comfort Zone
The last time I shot a gun was more than 40 years ago during riflery courses at Camp Merrie-Woode for girls. Suffice it to say, I’m more of an artist than a gun person. But this past weekend I shot a .22 and a Glock. Frankly, I enjoyed the experience; shooting a gun pushed me way out of my comfort zone, which is a good place to be. Continue reading
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Quote of the Week for April 16
“I can, therefore I am.” — Simone Weil