Saturday, March 21, 2026

Quote of the Day: 21 March 2026 #QotD

“The words _never again_ mean more to some people than others.” -Harry Dresden, _Battle Ground_
“The words never again mean more to some people than others.” -Harry Dresden, Battle Ground
[Something to remember as we contemplate the horrors of war.]

Friday, March 20, 2026

Quote of the Day: 20 March 2026 #QotD

“[E]very water fountain is a drinking fountain if you're not a coward[.]” -@obversers

“[E]very water fountain is a drinking fountain if you're not a coward[.]” -@obversers
[Or if you can convince a friend to try it, which just might be better.]

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Quote of the Day: 19 March 2026 #QotD

“There are different tools for different times, but the Lord always provides a way for man to control the beast inside.” -Earl Harbinger, _Monster Hunter Alpha_
“There are different tools for different times, but the Lord always provides a way for man to control the beast inside.” -Earl Harbinger, Monster Hunter Alpha
[There are diverse ways and means of controlling our emotions and fear or anger responses. Those that help are useful to you, and those that don't you can disregard for your own use.]

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Quote of the Day: 18 March 2026 #QotD

“We need to know our country better; to know and understand people different from ourselves[.]” -Lois Lenski
“We need to know our country better; to know and understand people different from ourselves[.]” -Lois Lenski
[Largely from differing cultures. Colors are superficial and have little real meaning.] 

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Quote of the Day: 17 March 2026 #QotD

“[D]eliberate practice requires that one identify certain sharply defined elements of performance that need to be improved, and then work intently on them.” -Geoff Colvin
“[D]eliberate practice requires that one identify certain sharply defined elements of performance that need to be improved, and then work intently on them.” -Geoff Colvin
[If you want to get better at whatever it is that you care about, it is going to require that you carefully identify your deficiencies and how they can be improved. Then, you'll have to put in the work to get the results you want.]

Monday, March 16, 2026

Quote of the Day: 16 March 2026 #QotD

“With every eye in the room on you, it is easier to voice an opinion than to keep quiet.” -Elihu Nivens, _The Puppet Masters_
“With every eye in the room on you, it is easier to voice an opinion than to keep quiet.” -Elihu Nivens, The Puppet Masters
[Yup. When everyone expects you to make a statement it is hard not to open your mouth. Sometimes it is inducing you to say what you really think and want to share. Others, it is a time you should keep quiet and not say something stupid. Wisdom comes as you are able to discern which is which.]

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Quote of the Day: 15 March 2026 #QotD

“As faithful as we may be, we must guard against a weakening of our connection to Jesus Christ.” -Kelly R. Johnson
“As faithful as we may be, we must guard against a weakening of our connection to Jesus Christ.” -Kelly R. Johnson