‘Time is a sort of river of passing events, and strong is its current; no sooner is a thing brought to sight than it is swept by and another takes its place, and this too will be swept away.’ – Marcus Aurelius It is fascinating to watch the river, and the constant movement – you…
February 1: Of turrets and gargoyles
“And it has some weight, I mean, the whole history of the gargoyles, that’s some wonderful stuff.” Keith David I had the privilege of attending a workshop in this beautiful church, that has had its day nourishing souls, and although needs much upkeep, is now nourishing both souls and bodies. The secret history of gargoyles…
January 20: The importance of a job
“All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. This day marks MLK, Jr. day in the calendar, a day off work. Or, a day to reflect why we work and do what we do, and if our work really benefits others. I…
January 16: Golden linings
“If clouds are blocking the sun, there will always be a silver lining that reminds me to keep on trying.” ― Matthew Quick, The Silver Linings Playbook Never give mind silver linings…NEVER give up on gold linings! The promise of light and love peeping through the clouds. Always keep on trying. No matter how frustrating…
January 15: Canada by night
“Remember, darkness does not always equate to evil, just as light does not always bring good.” ― P.C. Cast, Betrayed The reflections of cities on the river are always pretty at night, even when blurred in the rain (darkness sometimes brings beauty) , and is even more cool that it is Canada on the other…