Seize the day …
“If they give you ruled paper, write the other way.” Juan Ramón Jiménez
Author: Christine Wilkinson
Ring, ring …
My husband made a phone call. It went like this: Ring ring, ring ring … The person on the other end answered My husband began … “Oh, hello, yes, you see, ermm … my wife was cold last night when I got home and so we thought it would be a good idea to… Read More Ring, ring …
After a lifetime . . .
I really couldn’t resist sharing this lovely story: What’s it like to start reading at 60? (Sean Coughlan) It’s easy to take simple pleasures for granted.
Wait to worry . . .
How science can help you to beat your anxiety . . . Surprising ways to beat anxiety and become mentally strong – according to science – Olivia Remes (June 2017)
Live it . . .
Life If you want to become whole, let yourself be partial. If you want to become straight, let yourself be crooked. If you want to become full, let yourself be empty. If you want to be reborn, let yourself die. If you want to be given everything, give everything up. – Tao Te Ching
Getting things done . . .
Lana Gilbert gives 4 quick tips on how to stop procrastinating in your working day so that you can actually achieve something – 4 Ways To Get Things Done. A “working smart, not hard” approach that’s definitely worth reading.
Casting away . . .
In 1987, Sue Lawley chose an ironing board as her luxury item on Desert Island Discs. Let me be clear. I like Sue Lawley’s work. But, I’ve never understood her choice here. The thought of ironing, even on an idyllic island, fills me with dread. I can always find much better ways to spend my… Read More Casting away . . .
Boy, oh boy . . .
“A boy is Truth with dirt on its face, Beauty with a cut on its finger, Wisdom with bubble gum in its hair, and the Hope of the future with a frog in its pocket.” (Alan Beck) And the context? An indulgent post – do forgive me – the day after the birth of my… Read More Boy, oh boy . . .
You’re on your own . . .
Isn’t this great . . .
A poem about leadership if ever I’ve read one. Well, maybe not “get parents involved” but I can’t find myself discounting the rest. Great Teachers… Awaken hearts and minds Believe in dreams Challenge you to soar Dare to care Enlighten and empower Foster love and laughter Get parents involved Help you do for yourself Invite… Read More Isn’t this great . . .
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