Portrait Of A Real Hero
Twenty years ago Saturday, on September 11th, 2001 this man changed the course of history. With his act of courage and bravery he lost his own life in the process of saving countless others.
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Sep 13
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Sep 10
What A Lesson!
An old man meets a young man who asks: “Do you remember me?”
And the old man says “no”.
Read moreSep 1
Aug 31
Well done, Margaret Mead!
Years ago, noted anthropologist Margaret Mead was asked by a student what she considered to be the first sign of civilization in a culture.
Read moreAug 27
To Honor And Remember
We could not let this day go by without acknowledging and honoring those 13, who in service to their country and their follow man, yesterday gave their last full measure of devotion…they gave their very lives.
To them and to their grieving families we say a very insufficient “Thank you for your service”. We honor you. Rest well. You are not forgotten.
Aug 19
Aug 13
Keep Looking For Good!
When you look up into the sky, you may see one or two stars, maybe no stars. But you KNOW they are there so you keep looking and the more you look, the more you see.
Read moreAug 10
Oh How We Love Fred Rogers!
Fred Rogers was an icon with a pure heart of gold, for sure.
Read moreAug 9
It’s In The Details
Have you ever stopped to realize that there are so many things all around us that we so easily take for granted? But even the ordinary, the everyday things, can be extraordinary. It’s in the details.
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Jul 29
Classic Cake Fail
Its nearly the weekend. We thought maybe you could use a good chuckle. Here’s what can happen when someone takes your instructions a little too literally!
Read moreJul 27
Jul 26
A Right Perspective
We all face challenges. No one who has ever walked on this earth has escaped them. Challenges aren’t a question, they are a certainty. We came across a wonderful reminder regarding those life challenges we wanted to share with our chums to start your week.
Read moreJul 25
Never On A Sunday!
For those of you who know us well, you know that we never put a post in on a Sunday but, today there is a special reason!
Read moreJul 23
Time For Rest
Summer is the perfect time to rest. But maybe not in the way you normally define it.
Read moreJul 21
Aloha Rules!
These are rather wonderful “Rules To Live By” that caught our eye and our heart!.
Read moreJul 19
A Monday Chuckle
Our dear chum, Jennifer, again knocked it out of the park when sending us this suggestion!
Read moreJul 16
Always The Louvre?
Certainly, the famous museum in Paris, the Louvre, has been visited by many many people over the years. But has it always been the Louvre?
Read moreJul 15
Where Did That Saying Come From?
At midday on July 10, 1040, Lady Godiva famously rode on a horse naked to protest the crushing taxes levied by her husband on the peasants of Coventry, England.
Read moreJul 14
Children Are Listening
Words matter. They have within them the power to give life and hope, or discouragement and death. Use them wisely.
Read moreJul 12
Start Your Week With A Giggle
We think there is simply no better way to start your day, or your week, than with a good laugh. So here you go:
Read moreJul 5
Wise Words To Remember
We came across some wise words that are good to remember whether you are celebrating the legal holiday for Independence Day or just see today as Monday. This message is good all day every day.
Read moreJul 4
Jul 4
Remembering Diana
Last Friday, Prince William and Prince Harry joined together to unveil a statue of their beloved mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
Read moreJul 1
Happy Canada Day!
Yes, today is Canada’s national holiday! We certainly could not let it go by without wishing Canada a very happy birthday!
Read moreJun 29
Something To Ponder
We came across this post on a social media site and it got us thinking.
Read moreJun 28
Did You Know?
Today, the word “Wrigley” is most associated with two things: Chewing gum and the famous home ballpark of the Chicago Cubs.
Read moreJun 23
Did You Know?
Ever wonder why the tags used to seal loaves of bread come in different colors?
Read moreJun 22
Jun 21
Sound Advice To Be Sure!
“I asked a friend who has crossed 70 and is heading towards 80 what sort of changes she is feeling in herself? She sent me the following:
Read moreJun 17
Well Done, Jim Rice!
August 8, 1982. A line drive foul ball hits a four year old boy in the head at Fenway.
Read moreJun 15
Jun 14
Wise Words For Monday
It is always a good idea to start off the week with some words of wisdom.
Read moreJun 10
Well Done, Josephine Baker!
The popular image of Josephine Baker is of a daring entertainer, one who often shocked audiences by defying all the conventions of the day. But behind the tabloid fodder of her dramatic stage performances and glamorous lifestyle — including a pet cheetah — there was a complex woman who many of her fans never saw.
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Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II
On this day in 1953,Queen Elizabeth II was formally crowned monarch of the United Kingdom in a lavish ceremony steeped in traditions that date back a millennium.
Read moreMay 31
Never Forget
The freedoms large and small we all sometimes so casually enjoy, were bought with a price…the highest price of all. Remember those who paid it and honor them by being the best citizen and neighbor you can be. That is the least we can do to show our gratitude for their sacrifice.
Very thankful today and everyday,
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Happy Birthday, Duke!
On this day back in 1907, Marion Michael Morrison, an actor who came to epitomize the American West, was born in Winterset, Iowa. But this was not the name we know him by.
Read moreMay 25
Choose Wisely
Last week was all about sharing some of our favorite things…about Chums Choices. This week we are sharing some wise ideas.
Read moreMay 24
What Really Matters
Tomorrow will mark one year since the dreadful death of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the protests that followed that involved rioting, looting, destruction, and ultimately even more deaths. Add to that the growing tension over what the right way to express pain and outrage should be. We have all witnessed arguments that have sprung up in communities, between neighbors and within families over whether to say “Black Lives Matter”, “Blue Lives Matter” or “All Lives Matter”. So when we came across this message at a middle school in a racial mixed neighborhood, it had a very stunning effect.
Read moreMay 14
Fun Facts About Some First Ladies
1. Martha Washington — wife to President George Washington
May 13
Well Done!
Repeating the good that we hear about is one of our favorite things to do! This one is certainly worth repeating!
Read moreMay 7
Jane Austen Quotes
We do hope that you are lovers of Jane Austen’s writings, as are your Two Chums! Here are a few of her quotes.
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Well Done – Turn Things Around!
We love to hear these “stories of goodness” and love, even more, sharing them!
Read moreApr 29
Reinvention – Well Done
This photo was reprinted in this month’s Harper’s Bazaar. It was originally seen in the April 1964 issue of Bazaar, along with some wonderful info about the fashionable Audrey Hepburn.
Read moreApr 27
Her Place Was Waiting For Her!
We came across this wonderful story posted on social media by a great chum of ours – in fact she was a Latin world champion dancer!
Read moreApr 21
Well Done Your Majesty
Today happens to be the 95th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Somehow saying “Happy Birthday” to someone, who has, only days ago, lost her husband of 73 years, just doesn’t seem quite correct.
Read moreApr 19
Apr 16
A Man Of Action And Heart
Since his passing last Friday, there has been an outpouring of expressions of respect and admiration for Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. One might expect as much for someone who, for so many, many years, has been in the public eye. During his years of service he took on more than 22,000 solo engagements, 637 official overseas trips, gave approximately 5,493 speeches and worked as patron to some 800 organizations. That is action.
But amongst those who gave the expected tributes, there were many that truly spoke to the character and heart of the man, and not just his accomplishments.
Read moreApr 15
A Lesson From The Psalms
An old chum posted this info about the 23rd Psalm on social media and we found it so interesting and enlightening that we simply had to share it with you 🙂
Read moreApr 13
Touches Our Hearts!
At 40, Franz Kafka (1883-1924), who never married and had no children, walked through the park in Berlin when he met a girl who was crying because she had lost her favourite doll.
Read moreApr 12
A Job Well Done!
Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, died on Friday at 99, prompting a collective look back at his fascinating life.
Friday was also the 16th anniversary of his eldest son Prince Charles’ wedding to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall.
Read moreApr 8
Strength Out Of Weakness!
Helen Keller has become a household name, for sure. A person of amazing strength, love and fortitude.
Read moreApr 6
All Creatures, Great and Small
Continuing on from our post yesterday, look at these glorious creatures! Do you know what they are called?
Read moreApr 5
Natural Wonders
No matter who you are or what you believe about God, it is very hard to deny the beauty and wonder we find in nature. Take this photo:
Read moreApr 1
Mar 30
When I Grow Up…
Believing that laughter is one of the very best medicines, we share this with you …
Read moreMar 24
The Laughter Goes On!
“I love people who make me laugh. I honestly think it’s the thing I like most, to laugh. It cures a multitude of ills. It’s probably the most important thing in a person.”
Henry Ward Beecher
“Beware of him who hates the laugh of a child.”
“An onion can make people cry but there’s never been a vegetable that can make people laugh.”
Woody Allen
“If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans.”
Mary H. Waldrip
“A laugh is a smile that bursts.”
Arthur Marshall
“Laugh it off, laugh it off; it’s all part of life’s rich pageant.”
Thomas Szasz
“When a person can no longer laugh at himself, it is time for others to laugh at him.”
Jonathan Davis
“You laugh at me because I’m different, I laugh at you because you’re all the same.”
“With the fearful strain that is on me night and day, if I did not laugh I should die.”
“To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain, and play with it!”
Kurt Vonnegut
“Laughter and tears are both responses to frustration and exhaustion. I myself prefer to laugh since there is less cleaning up to do afterward.”
“Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends.”
Max Eastman
“Dogs laugh, but they laugh with their tails.”
Richard Pryor
“There’s a thin line between to laugh with and to laugh at.”
Anthony Burgess
“Laugh and the world laughs with you, snore and you sleep alone.”
Jay Leno
“You cannot be mad at somebody who makes you laugh – it’s as simple as that.”
In the name of laughter!
Mar 23
The Best Medicine Of All
–Robin
Doesn’t matter who you are, it is always important to be able to laugh at yourself when you accidentally do something funny or if someone catches you in an unintended funny pose while taking a photo. This photo is an example of that. We have another one to share as well. It too is a doozy!
Read moreMar 22
What is the Function of Zebra Stripes?
Sure, the black and white striped print can be quite stylish, but for zebras, the patterned coat serves a valuable purpose.
Read moreMar 19
Gratitude Wins Again
If you practice the following words of wisdom, it is all but guaranteed you will never again be disappointed.
Read moreMar 18
If You See a Darling Little Fawn …
This fawn was on our porch and I thought its mom had died… called animal control and they said what this article says.
Dear Friends,
We just received our first phone call regarding newborn fawns, therefore it is the time of the year to post this. Deer deliver their newborns in the strangest of places! Residents will find them and be concerned about a newborn deer on their lawn, in their garden, under the azaleas, etc. Most call because they think the fawn is in peril and Mom is nowhere to be found.
Well, Mom is actually off feeding and helping to keep predators away. Those who call ask what they should do for the fawn. Leave it alone, do not touch, move or attempt to feed it. Here’s the scoop. Deer are NOT like horses. They do not have their legs under them immediately and need time to rest after birth. Horses get up and go that’s the sign of a healthy horse. A healthy fawn will curl up, nap most of the day and move their heads. They have no scent and predators cannot find them unless humans interfere.
Mom leaves during the day for two primary reasons: to feed, and to keep her scent a distance from the fawn. Mom will come back (unless something tragic happens to her), but don’t expect her until dusk and certainly don’t expect her if humans are hovering around. If you are fortunate enough to have the gift of a fawn, please enjoy the experience, respect Mother Nature and let the Mom do what comes naturally. She will move the fawn daily so you may see it in different locations.
Please share, thank you.
Isn’t it so very interesting and touching!
We love sharing “touching”!
Mar 17
Irish Blessings
There are any number of lovely things we can attribute to the Irish, but chief among them is their ability to liberally give out blessings. It is such a wonderful thing to bless someone. It brings joy both to the one who gives the blessing and the one who receives it. In honor of one of the most celebrated of Irish holidays, St. Patricks Day, we would like to share some of those wonderful blessings the Irish have given to all of us. These are just a few of our favorites:
Read moreMar 15
Well Done – Royal Sweetness
Yesterday was Mother’s Day in Britain. Amid all the recent stories of conflict and strife in the British royal family, we thought a sweet story was in order.
Read moreMar 12
Prayer Is The Answer
Do you know this woman? Those who do know her would tell you that you would love her. Nurses and caregivers at the senior home where she lives reportedly fight over who gets to take care of her. She is Lucia DeClerck.
Read moreMar 11
Just Keep Sharing
In the last few days you may have heard that amongst some circles of thought, Dr. Seuss has gone out of fashion. We think he did, however, have some wise words for all of us.
Read moreMar 10
Mar 8
Well Done!
Many years ago, the world-famous Italian freediver Enzo Maiorca was diving in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of his hometown of Syracuse, Sicily. As he entered the water he felt a dolphin nudging his back.
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Mar 1
Happy Wedding Anniversary!
Yesterday, my darling Chum, Robin, and her husband, Randy, celebrated their forty-fifth wedding anniversary and I could not let the day go by without making sure they feel very celebrated by all of their chums!
Read moreFeb 24
Words To Live By
We came across this yesterday and knew you, our chums, would enjoy reading it.
Read moreFeb 23
You Can’t Help But Notice…
Need something to give you a little laugh today? We’ve got that!
Read moreFeb 18
An Inside Look!
Back in the late 1960s, the BBC did a documentary on the royal family which, at the time, the Queen agreed to. It aired and then nothing was heard about it again. Apparently, the Queen regretted her decision.
Read moreFeb 17
Try, Try, Try Again!
Even if we are not opera enthusiasts, we certainly have all heard of Puccini’s Madame Butterfly!
Read moreFeb 16
Wish Words – Make Someone Happy
Happiness is something we all want and hope for in our lives. Some spend the whole of their lives looking for it, trying to attain it. Pope Francis shared some thoughts about the idea of what brings real and lasting happiness.
Read moreFeb 15
How ‘X’ Came to Mean ‘Kiss’
The idea of using a kiss to sign off on valentines has a long history, according to the Washington Post.
Read moreFeb 11
Celebrating Love
Have you ever wondered about the origins of Valentines Day and why people all over the world celebrate love on February 14th? Or why school children and adults alike send cards with the notation “To my Valentine” or “From Your Valentine”? We did too. And this is what we found:
Read moreFeb 10
Welcome To The World
It’s been a while since we’ve had any Royal news to report. So we are thrilled to tell you there is a new little Royal to welcome! This photo is how his parents announced his arrival on Instagram just yesterday.
Read moreFeb 9
The Rest Of The Story
“Who are those people”?, you may well be asking. The man in this photo is called Robert Sherman. The little boy is his son, Jeffrey. They are a part of a story that very possibly touched your life as it has ours.
Read moreFeb 4
Feb 3
Well Done – Out Of The Mouth Of Babes
Yesterday we brought you some words of encouragement from our personal life experience and understanding. Hours later a chum of ours posted this video of her 5 year old daughter, Caris Hope, bringing her own encouragement. You don’t want to miss this!
Read moreFeb 2
Jan 29
And, The Wise Words of …
…Albert Einstein!
Jan 28
You Are Special – Don’t Stop Until You Know It!
We saw this on social media and simply had to share it with you all. It really is TRUE!
Read moreJan 26
…And The Whole World Smiles With You!
As the popular song goes, “Smile and the whole world smiles with you”.
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Changing The Guard
Yes, they’re changing the guard at Buckingham Palace
Christoper Robin went down with Alice.
Read moreJan 19
Words To Live By
We started this week with wonderful words of love from Martin Luther King and would like to continue to week with words to live by. No matter what seems to be going on around you, focus on the good.
Read moreJan 18
Wise Words From MLK
There are hundreds of quotes from Martin Luther King Jr. that are spoken and printed regularly…his own words of wisdom and those he took from the Bible scriptures and reworded for the common man. But today, given the difficult and turbulent times where we find ourselves, and given the violence that we witnessed all summer long and even as recently as 2 weeks ago in our nations capitol, these quotes stand out today above the rest.
Read moreJan 13
Unexpected Kindness
Its the middle of the week. Some call it “hump day”. No matter what you call it, it is a great day to show some unexpected kindness.
Read moreJan 12
Get Dancing
With all the bad news out there, sickness and lockdowns due to Covid, the political strife everywhere we turn, we thought we could all use something to smile about today 🙂
Read moreJan 7
The Light That Is You
After the terrible events on Capitol Hill yesterday, we came across some wisdom we wanted, maybe more importantly, we needed to take in ourselves, and wanted to share with you, our chums.
Read moreJan 5
Kondo Klues
A long while back, we talked about being orderly, the Marie Kondo way and thought, with the new year now in swing, it might be time for a quick refresh on that theme.
Read moreJan 4
