Cathy Burnham Martin's Blog, page 38
June 26, 2024
Let Yourself Be Happy!
“You cannot protect yourself from sadness without protecting yourself from happiness.”
— Jonathan Safran Foer (1977 – )
American novelist
June 25, 2024
Happy Birthday, Mom!
Mom on Mother’s Day 2024
Today is a day of sensational celebration. Mom celebrates her 94th birthday. She does this with her usual humbleness and grace.
Mom at Lucky Lobster, May, 2024
Her greatest gifts are those she gives to all who know her. Her love, compassion, dedication, and forgiveness are unmatched. We overflow with the blessing of still having her with us… healthy, witty, and amazing. Happiest Birthday wishes to you, Mom!
June 24, 2024
Praise Rightly
“It is more difficult to praise rightly than to blame.”
— Thomas Fuller (1710 – 1790)
Enslaved African renowned for his mathematical abilities
June 23, 2024
Hope… Always Hope!
“Were it not for hope the heart would break.”
— Scottish proverb
June 22, 2024
Oh, Yeah!
“The early bird may get the worm…
but it’s the second mouse that gets the cheese.”
— Anonymous
June 21, 2024
To Victory!
“Where there is unity there is always victory.”
— Publilius Syrus (85 BC – 43 BC)
Latin writer, brought as a slave to Roman Italy
June 20, 2024
American Eagle Day
When we see an eagle in flight, we stop whatever we are doing and simply watch. Our most recognizable national symbol, eagles remain mesmerizing.
http://goodliving123.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06-20-24-eagle-in-flight-41281-4283.mp4
June 19, 2024
Yes, You Can!
“Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.”
— Tori Amos (born Myra Ellen Amos) (1963 – )
American singer-songwriter
June 18, 2024
National Go Fishing Day
God: “Hi Noah, been out in the Ark lately?”
Noah: “Yes, went out for a bit of fishing yesterday”
God: “Any good?”
Noah: “No, I couldn’t stay out long, I only had two worms…”
If you have any good fish puns, please let minnow.
June 17, 2024
Light Up Your Thoughts!
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.”
— Plutarch (46-120AD)
Greek philosopher & historian
