The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.
In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.
Coco Chanel (1883-1971) was a French fashion designer.
Coco Chanel Quotes
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Thom Shea Quotes
Face everything that you’re afraid. Go do it.
Push beyond your self-imposed limitations and do it often.
Thom Shea is a retired American Naval Special Operator. He served 23 years with distinguished valor as a Navy SEAL.
Mehmet Murat ildan Quotes
A journey to the unknown shores needs a port, a ship, a wind; but more important than all of them: courage; courage to leave the known for the unknown.
The physicist calls the curtain flying outwards when you open the window–air current–while the poet calls it–the curtain’s love of freedom.
Mehmet Murat ildean (born 1965) is a contemporary Turkish playwright and novelist.
Mason Cooley Quotes
Every day begins with an act of courage and hope; getting out of bed.
Reality is the name we give to our disappointments.
Mason Cooley (1927-2002) was an American professor. As an aphorist, he was known for his witty expressions, which articulated accepted truths about life.
Marian Anderson Quotes
The minute a person whose word means a great deal dares to take the open-hearted and courageous way, many others will follow.
We are all here to have a kind of living of our own and to be recognized for what we are.
Marian Anderson (1897-1993) was an American contralto whose deep, rich voice presented a variety of music from opera to spirituals. She performed in many venues in both Europe and the United States for nearly 40 years.
Jonas Salk Quotes
Hope lies in dreams, in imagination, and in the courage of those who dare to make dreams into reality.
I feel that the greatest reward for doing is the opportunity to do more.
Jonas Salk (1914-1995) was an American medical researcher. He developed one of the first successful vaccinations for polio.
Eugene Peterson Quote
We cannot afford to be naive about evil–it must be faced. But we cannot be intimidated by it either. It will be used by God to bring good.
From Romans 8:31: “What then are we to say about these things? If God is for us, who is against us?”
Eugene Peterson (1932-2018) was an American pastor, theologian, and Christian author.
Monday Memories: Enduring Words
In the United States, the “Pledge of Allegiance” has been recited countless times in school classrooms, at the beginning of meetings, sporting events, and other instances. The original 29 words were inspired by the writings of Francis Bellamy (from 1892) and became official in 1923. In 1954, the words, “under God” were added. These 31 words mean much more than just a mere collection of words.
I pledge allegiance
We the People, commit to stand
With loyalty across this land
To the flag
Stars and Stripes shall forever fly
Old Glory standing proud and high
Of the United States of America
Solidarity, stand as One
United, never be undone
And to the Republic
A more perfect Union shall spring
Shining democracy will ring
For which it stands
Tested, resilient, and upright
Faithful courage, nation’s birthright
One nation under God
Built upon God’s eternal love
Divine guidance comes from above
Indivisible
Inseparable and lasting
Forged by trial and fire’s casting
With liberty
Covering this land of the free
Freedom from sea to shining sea
And justice for all
Conquers inequities with care
Truth and righteousness come to bear
I have posted this video before, but it is worth a second look. Here is American comedian, Red Skelton, sharing his interpretation of the words’ meaning in the “Pledge of Allegiance.”
Originally published January, 2021.
Reinhold Niebuhr Quote
Serenity Prayer (written by Reinhold Neibuhr)
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.
From Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Reinhold Neibuhr (1892-1971) was an American theologian as well as a commentator on public affairs. He was a professor at Union Theological Seminary for over 30 years.
Ellie Holcomb Quotes
Music is a bridge builder, connecting our stories.
In any given day, there are acts of courage and kindness that remind us of the goodness in the world.
Ellie Holcomb (born 1982) is an American singer and songwriter. She grew up in Nashville, Tennessee.
