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“What all the wise men promised has not happened, and what all the damned fools said would happen has come to pass.” – Lord Melbourne
“We voted for these people. We should be allowed to taser them.” – Mike
“If you’re standing around talking about doing away with fossil fuels while pointing at an electric vehicle that’s about 70% synthetic materials, you’ve already failed an IQ test you didn’t even know you were taking.”
“Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.”
“They’re not ignorant. They’ll tell you all about what they know.”
“You guys just don’t spend enough time giving yourself cool but limited super-powers. This is the internet.” – laura w.
“Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it.” – Thomas Paine
“Whoever undertakes to set himself up as judge in the field of truth and knowledge is shipwrecked by the laughter of the gods” – Albert Einstein
“They can pass a law to say anything, but reality gets to bat last.”
“All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke
“The essential American soul is hard, isolate, stoic, and a killer. It has never yet melted.” – D.H. Lawrence
“If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace.” – Thomas Paine
“God doesn’t call the equipped – he equips those he calls.” – Barbara Curtis
Always remember: Law is about arguing one fact that helps your argument and ignoring the ten facts that disprove it.
It is impossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument – William McAdoo
“Hand-written notes in cursive writing are still the finest personal way of saying thank you. The people who send those after interviews are the ones who get the jobs.”
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Category Archives: Family
“Wish You Were Here”
. Been feeling a little melancholy lately (hence the lack of posts the past few days). I’ve got a post scheduled for Sunday which – along with the recent deaths of my uncle and my cousin, as well as Lady’s passing – has me in my current state. … Continue reading
It Was Twenty Years Ago Today (Part II)
. Twenty years ago today, a spirited whirlwind of a girl blew into our lives: ….and we have never been the same. Where has all that time gone? God has a wicked sense of humor – ask any family that has more … Continue reading
Saying Goodbye
. …..She had drawn her first breath; she quietly drew her last, with no farewell but one loving look, one little sigh. With tears and prayers and tender hands, Mother and sisters made her ready for the long sleep that … Continue reading
Classic Movie Night – “Casablanca”
. One of the great things about living in a larger town is that there is so much to do. One of our favorite movie theaters shows classic movies on the big screen. It’s a great way to see these … Continue reading
Still Crazy (In Love) After All These Years
Thirty-two years ago today, two starry-eyed kids said “I do”…. To my wonderful husband, Paul – thank you for all of the special memories, and for making me so incredibly happy.
Romantic Weekend After-Action Report
. We’re back home after a relaxing, fun-filled weekend. We started off the weekend with a matinee showing of “The Expendables 2” at the Movie Tavern. It was lots of fun: testosterone dripping off the screen, tons of stuff blowing up, … Continue reading
Romantic Weekend for Two
Over the years, Paul and I have never really done anything “special” for our anniversary – we’d eat dinner out, maybe catch a movie, and we would usually exchange gifts. It’s hard to take time out as a couple when … Continue reading
Watch Out, World – She’s Officially “Legal” Everywhere Today….
. It’s so hard to believe that it’s been 21 years since we welcomed our second daughter into the world. Where has the time gone? Our little girl has grown into a beautiful young woman, but it seems like just … Continue reading
Happy Anniversary, Mom and Dad!
On this day 53 years ago, my Mom and Dad tied the knot. I’m glad they did, ‘cuz otherwise, I wouldn’t be here…. In honor of this occasion, I’d like to dedicate one of my favorite songs to these two … Continue reading
Goin’ “Full Grandma”
I was talking on the phone yesterday afternoon when I heard a beep indicating another incoming call. The person I was talking to is in the process of adopting a child with Down syndrome and had a lot of questions, … Continue reading
