Monthly Archives: April 2017

Something Wonderful

Posted on April 29, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Wind on the Hill A.A. Milne No one can tell me, Nobody knows Where the wind comes from, Where the wind goes. It’s flying from somewhere As fast as it can, I couldn’t keep up with it, Not if I … Continue reading →

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Indies Inspire!

Posted on April 28, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth.” Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird This Saturday, April 29, is Independent Bookstore Day. So put on your dancing shoes and get thee to thy nearest independent … Continue reading →

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Wild Wilde

Posted on April 27, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.” Oscar Wilde is a favorite of mine. Perhaps its his amazing range: He could go from 0 to 60 in a heartbeat, from the wicked humor of The Importance of Being Earnest to … Continue reading →

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“Only Underestimators”

Posted on April 26, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“In life, there are no overachievers, only underestimators.”  Rich Ruffalo,  Olympic athlete A story from Nancy Stokes Milnes, wife of the world-famous baritone, Sherrill Milnes, as told to The New York Opera Newsletter: “Once Sherrill and I were having dinner … Continue reading →

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Reaching Higher

Posted on April 25, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.”     Thomas Jefferson There’ so much to ponder — and act upon — here! So often, We’re willing and eager when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Blushing Bard

Posted on April 24, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Advertising. Bloodstained. Cold-blooded. Fashionable. Hobnob. Moonbeam. New-fangled. Puking. Swagger. Worthless. Zany. Words coined by Shakespeare It’s been 400 years since Shakespeare shook off his mortal coil and in honor of the anniversary of his passing, April 23rd, it seemed appropriate … Continue reading →

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Something Wonderful

Posted on April 21, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Satruday is Earth Day: All around the world people are celebrating its beauty and fragility. Since it is also National Poetry Month, I wanted to share a favorite poem with you: God’s World Edna St. Vincent Millay O world, I … Continue reading →

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Getting INTENSE

Posted on April 20, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“Do the thing and you will have the power.” “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” Ralph Waldo Emerson “All is concenter’d in a life intense, Where not a beam, nor air, not leaf is lost, But hath a part … Continue reading →

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Wise Words

Posted on April 19, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

A few words of wisdom, a thought or a phrase, can set the tone for our day. Here are some lovely gems from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh to inspire us all: Because you are alive, everything is possible. Life … Continue reading →

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Glory Story

Posted on April 18, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

Stories abound! There are glory stories, glorious stories, of miraculous happenings and amazing people doing amazing things: defying odds, helping others. David-and-Goliath stories, with big problems and big obstacles to be vanquished — just the kind of stories that make, … Continue reading →

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