Tag Archives: lessons

the pull of the moon…

Posted on September 23, 2020 by thequarryschild

I love to gaze at the moon.  I’m not sure why and I’m not sure what I think about while staring at it.  I just love to see it.  There’s nothing better on a cold, crisp winter evening than to … Continue reading →

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Eyes on the prize…

Posted on January 4, 2020 by thequarryschild

Whatever that means.  Ok, I’m well aware what it means.  Though I’m not a Happy New Year Scrooge, I also don’t embrace the whole start over and make a resolution thing.  On the way home from an errand recently, I … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Linus…

Posted on November 24, 2019 by thequarryschild

I’m blessed to have grown up during they heyday of the Peanuts comic strips.  I just love the characters and their antics.  During this stressful time of year, I often think of their holiday specials to keep myself grounded.  The … Continue reading →

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The foibles of youth…

Posted on July 18, 2019 by thequarryschild

I often find myself thinking, “man, I wish I understood ___________ when I was younger.”  But I didn’t.  Our brains are not developed enough.  I understand this now.  I’ve been mired in travelling down memory lane for a few months.  … Continue reading →

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The past has passed…

Posted on April 5, 2018 by thequarryschild

I’ve spent far too much time living in my own past.  Granted, it was a time of happiness for me.  But if it deters one from moving forward, it’s time to shut the door on its examination and to forge … Continue reading →

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Did I do enough?

Posted on March 15, 2018 by thequarryschild

In the wake of the most recent school shooting, I’ve been so proud of the young people in our country.  They are showing the adults how to effect change in a peaceful manner.  They are so articulate and are using … Continue reading →

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Best laid plans…

Posted on January 30, 2018 by thequarryschild

As most of us know, we can plan, plan, and plan some more.  And, as most of us know, plans don’t always work out.  I adhere to a firm belief that things happen for reasons so when things don’t pan … Continue reading →

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Did you save them?

Posted on July 23, 2017 by thequarryschild

I’m asking if you saved your high school yearbooks.  Many may think they are a waste of time and space but I’m here to tell you that they are important pieces of history.  History, you say?  Don’t be preposterous!  Ah, … Continue reading →

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Spinning my way into the future…

Posted on June 5, 2016 by thequarryschild

If you thought this would be about exericse or textiles, you’re in the wrong spot.  However…give it a read.  Like most people, mind-numbing songs race through my head for inexplicable reasons.  I’ve given up trying to make sense of it … Continue reading →

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