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“Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul.” – Henry Ward Beecher (1813–1887)
Henry Ward Beecher (1813–1887) was a prominent American Congregationalist clergyman, social reformer, and abolitionist. Known for his eloquent preaching and passionate advocacy for the abolition of slavery, Beecher played a key role in shaping the socio-political landscape of 19th-century America. As the pastor of Plymouth Church in Brooklyn, he addressed issues of justice and equality. Beecher’s impactful sermons and writings left an indelible mark on American history, reflecting his commitment to moral and social progress.
How I met your father
I know this is early but I wanted to share it now. I’m a member and president of Lehigh Valley Toastmasters this year. One of our members, John, signed up to be a speaker on Valentine’s Day on the 14th of February. John asked me to write about how I met Jerry.
Insanity
image by robinsonk26 from Pixabay Solving problems "We can't solve the same problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them". …Albert Einstein A spin-off of the definition of insanity. I can remember sitting in my office as the...
Humor all around
Rosie Marched in the Humor Parade in Gabravo Bulgaria
Daily Routine
Morning and Night
Gratitude for the Daily Stoic
The Daily Stoic A few years ago I was gifted the book “The daily Stoic" by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman. I read it with a friend daily and we texted our thoughts without judgement. The experience was priceless for both of us. "Gratitude is not only the...
Secret to a good conversation
Listen and a thank you to Wallusy for image