We all need girlfriends who get together and wear shirts like these, don’t we?
Picture eight moms in pink shirts, a bazillion kids in bathing suits, one lab puppy, and a
camping trip to remember.
I’m ready for summer. How about you?
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Thank you, Mitch Albom
In light of the recent uproar over Tiger Mom, I thank Mr. Albom for his exceedingly wise words on higher education. For all of you parents whose kids are waiting for those envelopes, thick or thin, and for the rest of us whose kids one day will, I recommend clicking over to this article. These are wise words to read: The college that rejects you may do you a favor.
And thanks to my friend, Brad, who was wise enough to send it to my inbox.
The Journey, by Mary Oliver
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| photo credit: Simon Cocks |
Sometimes we read for enjoyment. A little sunscreen and Jane Green makes for a lovely afternoon at the beach.
Sometimes we read for information, because Lord knows we need help rearing teenagers and stripping wallpaper.
And sometimes we read because words inspire us and provoke thought and spur us to live this one life more fully.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do
with your one wild and precious life?”
-Mary Oliver (New and Selected Poems, Vol 1)
If you haven’t been moved by words lately, reading The Journey, by Mary Oliver, ought to do it. I’d quote the entire poem here, but I’m not sure what the rules are about doing so, and you know me, Rule Follower. So click over. Take 2 minutes and read The Journey. Read it again, if you like.
Friday’s almost here; Ms. Oliver’s words are food for thought for all of us as we run around doing whatever it is we’ll be doing this weekend. And then, tell me, does it resonate for you?
Is there another poem that makes you think? One whose words climb off the page and into your psyche, visiting you again and again over time? Will you share a link?
Happy reading!