Monthly Archives: April 2026

Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart. William Wordsworth Today, April 7, is William Wordsworth’s birthday; the beloved Romantic poet was born in 1770. I always think of him wandering among green and growing fields and flowers. Since … Continue reading →

« What greater wisdom can there be than kindness? » Jean Jacques Rousseau Some time ago, I was scrolling through my emails when one headlined  “Productivity Tips,” caught my eye. Since I wasn’t feeling productive, I decided to check out the video … Continue reading →

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

« Great minds have purposes, others have wishes. »Washington Irving « Magic is always pushing and drawing and making things out of nothing. »The Secret Garden, Frances Hodson Burnett Amazing story department: When Bishop Curry, an 11-year old boy from Texas, learned about the … Continue reading →

« Just keep going. You’re on the right track. You’re going to find it. »Directions from a helpful stranger One balmy evening some time ago ago, I hopped on the subway and found my way Brooklyn. My destination: a book signing. I … Continue reading →

« The chemistry of the body is inseparable from the chemistry of the brain. Movement can stimulate anyone. I can’t say enough about the connection between body and mind; when you stimulate your body, your brain comes alive in ways you … Continue reading →