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Motivation Monday - 5 Hope Quotes
2008-06-09 05:40:00
Motivation Monday s is a weekly series published on Thoughts On Quotes . Each week it features five motivational quotes with a different theme. Be sure to Subscribe to Thoughts On Quotes Feed for your convenience, or subscribe via e-mail (enter e-mail address in sidebar) to have motivational updates waiting for you every morning."The inability to open up to hope is what blocks trust, and blocked trust is the reason for blighted dreams." -Elizabeth Gilbert"Hope is like a road in the country; there was never a road, but when many people walk on it, the road comes into existence." -Lin Yutang"The natural flights of the human mind are not from pleasure to pleasure but from hope to hope." -Samuel Johnson"We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars." -Oscar Wilde"Hope is a state of mind, not of the world. Hope, in this deep and powerful sense, is not the same as joy that things are going well, or willingness to invest in enterprises that are obviously heading for suc...
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Carnival of Quotes, June 2008 Issue
2008-06-01 04:00:00
Welcome to the June 1, 2008 edition of Carnival of Quotes .Carnival of Quotes is a blog carnival consisting of unique and interesting posts by authors from around the world who are inspired by famous quotes from the past or present. The post topics range from leadership to entertainment and politics to favorite quotes. Enjoy!Emma presents On Friendship and On Life posted at The Life and Times of Emma.Daniel De Guia presents Standing Up for Yourself at dequia.net.Louise Manning presents Quotes about dignity posted at The Human Imprint.Will Edwards presents Inspiring Quotes posted at Inspiration.Aparna presents Beauty Quotes posted at Beauty and Personality Grooming.Shiloh presents Sunny Dreamer -- We write to taste life twice... posted at Sunny Dreamer.Woman Tribune presents Cozy Blankets Wrapped in Inspiration posted at Woman Tribune.Michael Bass presents Getting out of Jury Duty posted at Debt Prison.Leslie Carbone presents Don't Know Much Geography posted at Leslie Carbone.Raymond...
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Memorial Day - 5 Quotes to Honor those who Died
2008-05-26 07:16:00
Memorial Day is a U.S. Federal holiday, in which the men and women who have died in the line of duty are honored for their service. It is supposed to be a day of remembrance, reflection and celebration.Here are 5 quotes to honor those who served and died:"They are dead; but they live in each Patriot's breast, And their names are engraven on honor's bright crest." -Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"And they who for their country die shall fill an honored grave, for glory lights the soldier's tomb, and beauty weeps the brave." -Joseph Drake"A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself." -Joseph Campbell"Let no vandalism of avarice or neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations, that we have forgotten, as a people, the cost of a free and undivided Republic." -John A. Logan"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!" -Maya AngelouRelated Posts:Top 10 Quotes about Faith in YourselfT...
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Early Arrival and Wii Contest
2008-05-23 05:42:00
Sorry for the light activity this week. My wife and I were blessed on Monday morning with a surprise arrival of our new little girl (6 weeks early)! Mom and baby are doing well. If you'd like to see a brief slideshow, you can visit one of my other sites and see my beautiful new addition to the family.Since the baby is still in the hospital, I am running a contest on the other site too, and I wanted to share the opportunity with readers here as well.'Bringing Out the Kid in You' Contest - Win a Nintendo Wii game system!!!Anyone can enter - see the post for a few rules and requirements.Thanks for your ongoing support, and I'll look forward to getting back to normal posting soon!I appreciate your thoughts and prayers!
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True Power Comes From Knowing Yourself
2008-05-13 22:57:00
"Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power." -Laozi, Ancient Chinese Philosopher believed to have written the Tao Te Ching, Laozi books//People who possess a lot of personal power, or influence, know a secret about life that others tend to overlook. It's not a complicated secret, but it is one that has a significant impact on self-confidence and personal growth.The secret is as ancient as the study of philosophy - it originates with man's first inclination to understand himself.So what is this hidden knowledge that gives you power over yourself and others? As Laozi alludes, it is as simple as to Know Yourself.Know your essence. The most significant qualities that truly define who you are as a person. This is not about your physical DNA; it's about your spiritual, emotional and psychological DNA.Know your values. The things that matter most to you in life. Your priorities; your personal commit...
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Motivation Monday - 5 Persistence Quotes
2008-05-12 02:09:00
Motivation Monday s is a weekly series published on Thoughts On Quotes . Each week it features five motivational quotes with a different theme. Be sure to Subscribe to Thoughts On Quotes Feed for your convenience, or subscribe via e-mail (enter e-mail address in sidebar) to have motivational updates waiting for you every morning."Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination are omnipotent. The slogan 'press on' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race." -Calvin Coolidge"Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal: my strength lies solely in my tenacity." -Louis Pasteur"Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn't be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn't know that so it goes on flying anyway." -Mary Kay Ash"Genius is one p...
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Is There a Return On Investment for Being Kind?
2008-05-08 18:49:00
"No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed." -Amelia Earhart, American Aviation Pioneer and Women's Rights Activist, Amelia Earhart books//Being kind to others is something of a rarity in today's fast-paced, 'me'-centric world. Kindness takes time, and time is money. Doing something good for another person means that you have to stop what you're doing for yourself.Therein lies the rub for most people: they think the return on investment for being kind is too low to justify the effort. They would rather only do things for themselves.I strongly disagree with this mindset, for several reasons - it's selfish; it's short-sighted; it's stupid; and, it's wrong.People are selfish. They get so focused on what they're doing, or the problems in their own lives, that they don't see the simple needs of others around them. How hard is it to open a door for a neighbor with arms full of groceries? How is it that your blue t...
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Motivation Monday - 5 Integrity Quotes
2008-05-05 04:52:00
Motivation Monday s is a weekly series published on Thoughts On Quotes . Each week it features five motivational quotes with a different theme. Be sure to Subscribe to Thoughts On Quotes Feed for your convenience, or subscribe via e-mail (enter e-mail address in sidebar) to have motivational updates waiting for you every morning."The old anvil laughs at many broken hammers. There are men who can't be bought." -Carl Sandburg"Integrity is telling myself the truth. Honesty is telling the truth to other people." -Spencer Johnson"If you have integrity, nothing else matters. If you don't have integrity, nothing else matters." -Alan Simpson"Try not to become a man of success but rather try to become a man of value." -Albert Einstein"Real integrity is doing the right thing, knowing that nobody's going to know whether you did it or not." -Oprah WinfreyBonus Quote:"Whatever you are, be a good one." -Abraham LincolnRelated Posts:Motivation Monday - 5 Positive Attitude Quotes
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RSS - Real Simple Syndication Day
2008-05-01 17:58:00
Today is RSS Awareness Day. If you're not familiar with RSS, or Real Simple Syndication , then I recommend checking out the information on RSSDay.org. Also, thanks to Daniel at Daily Blog Tips for starting this great project.I use RSS to subscribe to blogs that I like to read every day. The main tools I use are Google Reader and e-mail subscriptions. If I want to follow a blog consistently, but not every day, I subscribe in Google. If I want to read every single post from a blog, then I subscribe via e-mail.I use RSS technology in other ways too, in particular through news aggregator sites like Popurls.com and Alltop.com. These sites gather feeds from across the blogosphere, social media, Twitter, news organizations and more. They allow me to view hundreds of posts and preview articles. These sites help me to keep my Reader and e-mail clean.If you want to save time and get consistently informed, then I recommend using RSS.Use RSS and subscribe to this blog.Related Posts:RSS - Lear...

Carnival of Quotes, May 2008 Issue
2008-05-01 04:09:00
Welcome to the May 1, 2008 edition of Carnival of Quotes .Carnival of Quotes is a blog carnival consisting of unique and interesting posts by authors from around the world who are inspired by famous quotes from the past or present. The post topics range from leadership to entertainment and politics to favorite quotes. Enjoy!Beth Taggard presents A Path That Wanted Walking posted at Living a Quotable Life.Daniel De Guia presents 8 Henry Rollins Quotes to Get Your Brain Moving posted at deguia.net, saying, "Here are some quotes which, I think, are among Henry Rollins' most thought-provoking and entertaining."Jason presents ExecutedToday.com » 1944: Emanuel Ringelblum, historian of the Warsaw Ghetto and 1794: Georges Danton and his followers posted at Executed Today.lena presents Yesterday's Letter and Show You Care posted at Smile! Tomorrow could be a lot worse!.Byteful Project presents Allow Travel to Give You New Eyes posted at Byteful Blog, saying, "A short story on how a Marcel...
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Turning Talents Into Strengths
2008-04-29 16:32:00
"Talent is only the starting point." -Irving Berlin, American Composer and Lyricist, Irving Berlin books and CDs//We all have natural and innate abilities to do some things better than others. Our genetics determine, to a certain degree, our predispositions and inclinations. We are endowed with gifts from birth that make us uniquely competent in ways that others are not. "Talent is only the starting point," as Berlin accurately points out, and it's up to us to develop our natural abilities into strengths, if we are to truly maximize our potential.People who learn how to develop their talents into strengths are the ones that tend to stand out. They are the star athletes, innovative scientists, popular artists and successful entrepreneurs. These exemplary performers understand the value of shaping, polishing and perfecting natural abilities.How do you develop talents into strengths?Identify. The first thing you need to do is identify what your natural talents really are. The h...
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Are You Afraid of the Light?
2008-04-26 17:36:00
"Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light and not our darkness that most frightens us." -Marianne Williamson, Spiritual Activist and Found of The Peace Alliance, Marianne Williamson books//This is a special post. I received a very nice e-mail from a reader named Kate asking for my thoughts on the Marianne Williamson quote featured. It's always nice to know that others appreciate my thoughts, so after thinking on it for a week I am ready to share. Everyone should go and check out Kate's blog Ahead of the Wave.My initial thought when reading these three powerful lines is that most people are motivated by fear. We learn to be afraid of things at a very young age, in the form of a long list of 'don'ts' that are meant to protect us.The problem is that too many people develop a habit of being afraid of everything, including themselves. It's just easier to think of yourself as a loser than a winner,...
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What Are You Thankful for in Life?
2008-04-25 17:22:00
"Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn't learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn't learn a little, at least we didn't get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn't die; so, let us all be thankful." -Buddha, Gautama Siddhartha, Hindu Prince and Founder of Buddhism, Buddha books/We live in a society in which people always seem to want more. What we have is never enough. We are uber-consumers and obsessed with stuff. My house is filled with stuff that we don't need, yet we find a way to continue buying things. Am I thankful for what we have? Absolutely - my wife and I have worked hard to get to this point in our careers and lives.The stuff around me, though, is not what really matters. I am much more appreciative of other more substantial things in my life.Here are some of the things I am thankful for:My Wife - I am very proud to have a wife who is smart, intelligent, independent, beautiful, sexy, kind, caring and considerate. She is an in...
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Role Models and People You Admire
2008-04-24 17:39:00
"If you are given a chance to be a role model, I think you should always take it because you can influence a person's life in a positive light." -Tiger Woods, American Golf Champion, Tiger Woods books and media//Do you consider yourself a role model? If you're a husband, dad, manager, leader or a person of influence, then you are a role model. How often do you think about the way others perceive you? It's not usually the first thing on my mind.Most of us get wrapped-up in the moment and focus on ourselves. It's hard to filter our thoughts and words. Being a role model, though, means setting a good example for those who admire you or your position. It doesn't mean that you should filter everything, or never display emotions, but it does mean that you should demonstrate respect for others (and yourself) at all times.So, who are your role models? Who do you admire in your life right now?I have three role models that I try to emulate and learn from on a consistent basis:My dad. ...
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Praise is a Powerful Motivator
2008-04-23 08:05:00
"Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push. A smile. A world of optimism and hope. A 'you can do it' when things are tough." -Richard M. DeVos, Co-founder of Amway, Richard M. DeVos books//I'm a very strong believer in the power of praise to influence behavior in others. As leaders, it is important to let people know the things that they do right and encourage them to repeat behaviors that produce good results.I really like the book How Full is Your Bucket by Tom Rath and Donald O. Clifton (Click here to purchase it). The book uses the metaphor of filling a bucket to illustrate the importance and impact of filling other people's souls with praise and positivity. Think you're good at filling buckets? Take the Positive Impact Test to see if you're right.Many people have the false perception that praise given too often will decrease productivity, or deplete the 'hunger' inside of others to do more than what is expected. In reality, the opposite is true...
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Motivation Monday - 5 Positive Attitude Quotes
2008-04-21 07:05:00
Motivation Monday s is a new series that will be published weekly on Thoughts On Quotes . Each week it will feature five motivational quotes with a different theme. Be sure to Subscribe to Thoughts On Quotes Feed for your convenience, or subscribe via e-mail (enter e-mail address in sidebar) to have motivational updates waiting for you every morning.5 Positive Attitude Quotes"Smile! Attitude is contagious!" -Bob Moawad, Founder Edge Learning Institute"Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference." -Winston Churchill, Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom"When you choose to be pleasant and positive in the way you treat others, you have also chosen, in most cases, how you are going to be treated by others." -Zig Ziglar, American Author and Motivational Speaker"A man without a smiling face must not open a shop." -Chinese proverb"Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal..." -Thomas Jefferson, Founding Father and Third President of ...
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Thank You for Enriching My Life
2008-04-18 17:29:00
Thoughts On Quotes started out as a semi-personal blog in the summer of 2007. I love quotes, and I wanted to find a way to capture my thoughts on how specific quotes made me feel or think about life, personal growth, leadership and career development.As a trained journalist whose career has morphed into a business executive and local elected official, I have experienced a non-traditional career path. When I first began blogging, I thought it would be a good vehicle to chronicle my experiences; and, one day, I might be able to combine, organize and edit the best posts into a book that others would enjoy or find inspirational.I'd love to write a successful book, but it's not on the immediate horizon. Why? Because this blog is better than a book. How? Because it allows for daily interaction between me and you. Books are a one-way transmission of thoughts or information, whereas blogs open the door for dialogue.If you're a regular reader, you know that I tend to write posts bas...
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Chaos and The Quest for Clarity
2008-04-17 17:07:00
"More important than the quest for certainty is the quest for clarity." -Francois Gautier, French Writer and Journalist, Francois Gautier books//Life is full of uncertainties. We don't know what tomorrow will bring, and we can't control what other people will do. Our lives are subject to the forces of nature, and it's common to feel as if you are living inside of the perfect storm. The only thing that is certain is that life is chaotic.Does this mean that you can do nothing to reduce the chaos? No, but trying to understand with certainty why things happen to you and not others is usually a fruitless endeavor. It's very difficult to find factual evidence that absolutely defines a set of circumstances, and the effort is akin to chasing one's own tail. The quest for certainty tends to add to your level of stress or anxiety - the inability to comprehend the myriad of mitigating factors affecting your life is frustrating.A better approach to reducing chaos is to seek clarity r...
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RSS - Learn More About Real Simple Syndication
2008-04-15 06:35:00
May 1, 2008, is RSS Awareness Day. For those of you who may not know, RSS stands for Real Simple Syndication , and it is the means by which readers can subscribe to feeds to stay better connected and informed by blogs.I will be posting in more detail about this topic on May 1st, but I wanted to share a few links with you in advance, in case you wanted to read-up on the technology.Visit RSSDay.org to see a video and read more about the subject.Wikipedia information on RSS.What is RSS? RSS Explained.Visit Daily Blog Tips article on the origination of RSS Awareness Day.Also, if you're not already a subscriber to Thoughts On Quotes, subscribe to my RSS feed.
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The Costs and Benefits of Disagreement
2008-04-14 16:35:00
"Honest disagreement is often a good sign of progress." -Mohandas Gandhi, Indian Political and Spiritual Leader, Mohandis Gandhi books and DVDs//A friend of mine once gave a speech to a group of business people in which he talked about the value of "disagreeing agreeably." The point he tried to make was that people, even when they're on the 'same team,' are not always going to agree, but they should always strive to disagree in a way that is productive and not personal.The problem is that very few people know how to disagree without taking things personal. I love to vigorously debate issues, as well as argue about how to get things done. It's just in my nature to question things, and I like for positions (including my own) to withstand scrutiny. In my view, it is a sign of leadership to be willing to discuss, disagree and debate a topic. Once a decision is made, though, I am a good soldier, so to speak, and I will execute it with diligence and loyalty.There is an art to hon...
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The Truth Will Piss You Off
2008-04-10 17:23:00
"The truth will set you free. But first, it will piss you off." -Gloria Steinem, American Feminist, Journalist and Women's Rights Activist, Gloria Steinem books//Truth is generally defined as a proven fact, actuality or standard. To tell the truth is to state an opinion or belief with the utmost sincerity. The integrity of a person, principle or maxim is rooted in truth.When the truth is uncovered or revealed, then understanding and enlightenment can occur. The problem is that truth doesn't always support ones current beliefs, so the discovery process often irritates more than it elevates a person's spirit. Only when you're able to get past this natural resistance will you be able to live a life that is truly free.Most people don't want to know the truth. Instead, they want validation for existing beliefs or positions. They do this for several reasons: ego, denial, ignorance and insecurity.Egomaniacs always think they're right. They decide what is fact and what is fict...
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Are You Preaching to the Choir?
2008-04-09 17:42:00
"I don't want yes-men around me. I want everyone to tell me the truth, even if it costs them their job." -Samuel Goldwyn, famed Hollywood producer and studio founder, Samuel Goldwyn booksOne of the greatest benefits of blogging is the interactive nature of it. You write a post; people read it; and, with any luck, they are inspired to leave a comment. The ability of readers to have a voice and participate creates a dialogue that helps facilitate learning. Some comments support the author's point of view, while others disagree. As a blog publisher, I feel it is important to post all comments whether they agree with me or not.When I was a District Manager at Starbucks, I had a mentor who regularly evaluated my hiring decisions. He believed strongly in diversity of thought and leadership style. He often asked me if I was creating an environment in which leaders on my team felt comfortable disagreeing with me; otherwise, he said, "You're just preaching to the choir." His point wa...
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Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself
2008-04-07 17:32:00
"Get mad, then get over it." -Colin Powell, Former U.S. Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Colin Powell books//Anger is a destructive thing. It takes hold of you and causes you to do things you may regret later. I'm not sure where it originated, but a former coworker liked to say, "You better check yourself before you wreck yourself, man." It's a witty quip, but it also contains a serious truth.Keeping your anger in check is important for many reasons: reputation, relationships, productivity, discernment and personal happiness are at the top of the list for me.Your reputation is directly linked to your behavior. The perception others have of you is based on what they see you do, regardless of circumstance. When you're angry, you tend to act in an irrational manner, and though you may feel justified in lashing out, your reputation suffers when you do. When someone angers you, consider dealing with the matter privately to preserve your reputation.R...
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Positional Power and the Changing Role of Leaders
2008-04-06 02:08:00
"In the past a leader was a boss. Today’s leaders must be partners with their people.. they no longer can lead solely based on positional power." -Ken Blanchard, American Author and Management Expert, Ken Blanchard books and media//The traditional role of a manager is that of being the boss. He is given authority by virtue of title, rank or tenure within an organization. He is responsible for ensuring that the work gets done, according to established means or standard operating procedures. He is the man-in-charge, and what he says goes. Why? Because he said so.Sound familiar? If you work in established fields that embrace hierarchical management structures and regimented work environments, then it probably does. On the other hand, if you work for a start-up company with few experienced managers and a general lack of direction, then it might be nice if someone in charge would clearly define expectations more often.Most of us have worked for a traditional manager who relies h...
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The Positive Effects of Praise
2008-04-03 17:53:00
"Leadership consists of nothing but taking responsibility for everything that goes wrong and giving your subordinates credit for everything that goes well." -Dwight D. Eisenhower, Former General and 34th President of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower books//Great leaders understand the importance of sharing credit with subordinates. The problem with giving all of the credit to others, though, is that it comes across as disingenuous. Leaders create the environment for success to occur, so they deserve recognition for what they do.Leaders must stand alone, though, in taking responsibility for things that goes wrong. By doing so, the leader earns respect from both superiors and subordinates. This respect is squandered, however, if the leader does not act quickly to course correct and hold others accountable for their actions.The leader's job is to set direction, monitor performance, provide feedback and create the environment in which followers are able to maximize performanc...
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Dig and Be Dug
2008-04-02 22:48:00
"My motto, as I live and learn, is: Dig and Be Dug In Return." -Langston Huges, 20th Century American Poet, Novelist and Columnist, Langston Hughes books//Yeah, man! Hughes' motto has a jazzy, uplifting feel to it, and it makes me want to snap my fingers, add a little swagger to my walk and give somebody a high five. It ignites images and thoughts of peace, love, and hair grease, and all things cool about the 1950s in America.The best thing about his motto, though, is that it recognizes the power of focusing on someone other than yourself. Hughes also says, "as I live and learn," implying that experience has taught him that praise and friendship are more likely to be reciprocated when you extend it to others first.If the only person you really "dig" is yourself, then you shouldn't be surprised at not being "dug" by others. Selfishness is a major turnoff. People don't like to do things for those who only 'take' in relationships. Selfish individuals may think that they're g...

Thoughts on Thoughts - March Top 5
2008-04-01 21:31:00
Thoughts On Quotes had a great March . Thanks to all of you awesome readers! If you're new to the site, or just want to keep up with recent posts, please subscribe to my feed by clicking here or enter your e-mail address in the sidebar.Here's the Top 5 Thoughts on Quotes posts from March:Fear and Loathing - Hate Destroys the Hater - Fear always seems to be at the root of hate; and, loathing of others is oftentimes a reflection of disgust with something about one's self.Patience is a Virtue, but It Isn't One of Mine - The upside to being impatient and highly motivated is that I am willing to take risks much moreso than my counterparts or co-workers.Pursue Your Dreams with Courage - If you're going to dream, you might as well dream big. You should envision a life in which you have all of the things that you truly want to make you happy.The Opposite of Insanity - 3 Steps to Create a Positive Development Plan - The opposite of insanity is doing the right things over and over again...
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Thoughts On Alltop
2008-04-01 03:01:00
Alltop.com is the latest venture by Truemors founder and former Apple Chief Evangelist Guy Kawasaki. The new site, according to Guy, is an online magazine rack, in which there are categories ranging from work to people to geekery. Within each section there are popular blogs and websites and a display of their five most recent posts.Thoughts On Quotes was selected as one of the top sites to be included in the Career.Alltop.com section of the site! This section includes popular recruiting, management, personal growth and leadership development sites. It's an honor to be included in such great company.Alltop is a site that saves you time by displaying hundreds of headlines all in one place. Then, when you hover over the links, it displays the first paragraph of the post or article. You can decide whether to click through or move on. It is also a feed aggregator, which Kawasaki says, "aggregates without the aggravation." Unlike other sites that feature feeds, Alltop uses caching...

The Wonderful Imprudence of Youth
2008-03-31 18:40:00
"The young do not know enough to be prudent, and so they attempt the impossible, and achieve it, generation after generation." -Pearl S. Buck, 20th Century American Writer, Pearl S. Buck books//Great discoveries are often made by those who have nothing to lose. As we get older in life, though, and accumulate both experience and wealth, we tend to become more conservative and take less risks. The problem is that this conservatism stifles creativity and ingenuity, and the focus of our life shifts away from innovation and toward preservation.Thank goodness for the imprudence of youth! Young people think in terms of what they have to gain, and so, they explore, travel, discover and experiment. Some of the most amazing inventions, particularly within the realm of technology, have been made by college students. To them, life was about potential not limitation; and, in turn, they found ways to change it for the better.It's understandable why one's tolerance for risk decreases with ag...
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Carnival of Quotes, April 2008 Issue
2008-03-30 18:12:00
Welcome to the April 1, 2008 edition of Carnival of Quotes .Carnival of Quotes is a blog carnival consisting of unique and interesting posts by authors from around the world who are inspired by famous quotes from the past or present. The post topics range from relationships to health and politics to favorite quotes. Enjoy!Emma presents Sink or Swim posted at The Life and Times of Emma.Tony Clements presents here is new york: the subway, pt. 1 posted at tuesdays, saying, "a lovely quote from e.b. white. and a brief little video to accompany it."Leslie Carbone presents Michelle Obama: Proud at Last posted at Leslie Carbone, saying, "For the first time in her adult life? Michelle Obama was born in 1964."Mary Kate presents “The Lanyard”- A mother’s response « Baby, Toddler and Beyond posted at Baby, Toddler and Beyond, saying, "After reading "The Lanyard", I was inspired to write my own response."Kilroy_60 presents On The Anniversary Of Hunter S. Thompson's Suicide - An Interv...
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