Monthly Archives: April 2023

“Always honor your generous impulses.” Epictetus What a gift from the ages! Epictetus is an ancient philosopher whose words echo down the pathways of history. His words here remind me—and I hope you, as well—that generosity is a priceless gift. … Continue reading →

“There’s nothing that leads to more wasteful expenditure of the creative energy than to depend on the verdict of others.” Thornton Wilder Today, April 17, is the birthday of the amazing author Thornton Wilder; he was born in 1897. He … Continue reading →

In honor of National Poetry Month, one of my favorite poems, which makes me think of spring: Daffodils by William Wordsworth I wander’d lonely as a cloudThat floats on high o’er vales and hills,When all at once, I saw a … Continue reading →

The best climber in the world is the one who’s having the most fun.”   Alex Lowe, mountain climber “Do what makes your soul happy.”   Sandwich Sign, The Local Cafe Are we having fun yet? It’s easy to forget in the … Continue reading →

Here’s my wonderful friend and mentor Dr. Rob Gilbert’s* simple success strategy: #1       Show up. #2       Pay attention. #3       Ask questions. #4       Don’t quit. If there’s ever an all-purpose recipe for achieving a goal, this is probably it. Consider how we can apply this … Continue reading →

Yoko Ono, widow of the Beatle John Lennon, was once asked if she could account for the amazing phenomenon of the Beatles. She gazed out over Strawberry Fields in Central Park, a beloved and world-famous memorial to their music. “I … Continue reading →

“I always loved running…it was something you could do by yourself, and under your own power. You could go in any direction, fast or slow as you wanted, fighting the wind if you felt like it, seeking out new sights … Continue reading →

Right now, I’m wrestling with yet another revision of my children’s fantasy. It’s challenging, but I’m pushing my story forward, page by page. To keep going, I’m in need of a generous dose of persistence. I’m guessing the same may … Continue reading →

For everyone celebrating Easter – Happy Easter — have a joyous holiday!! And for those celebrating Passover – Happy Pesach! Here’s a lovely poem by A.E. Houseman from A Shropshire Lad: Loveliest of trees, the cherry nowIs hung with bloom … Continue reading →

Trendy words and ephemeral expressions to amuse and edify us:* Blamestorming: sitting around a boardroom table contemplating what went wrong and who to point the finger at. Ego-surfing: searching the World Wide Web for your own name. Fake bake: spray-on … Continue reading →