Unfathomable
Dreaming of donuts
Buried underneath dozens—
Eating one’s way out
Jazz All Night
Playing clarinet
Fingering every sweet note—
Benny Goodman dreams
Second Slice Please
Cuisine’s sweetest dream
Never mind paper napkins—
Freshly baked peach pie
Nature’s creative power is far beyond man’s instinct of destruction. [Taken from Verne’s book, TWENTY THOUSAND LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA.]
Before all masters, necessity is the one most listened to, and who teaches the best. [Taken from Verne’s book, THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND.]
Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist, poet, and playwright. Several of his novels became classics, and two of his finest works are listed in the quotes above. His writings were highly skilled in their technical aspects, even though his vision was years ahead of his lifetime.
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.
You’ll understand why storms are named after people.
The world only exists in your eyes. You can make it as big or as small as you want.
F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) was an American novelist and short story writer. Much of his best writing occurred during the Jazz Age, with THE GREAT GATSBY being recognized as his best work.
You cannot write well or much (and I venture the opinion that you cannot write well unless you write much) unless you form a habit.
Imagination grows by exercise, and contrary to common belief, is more powerful in the mature than in the young.
W. (William) Somerset Maugham (1874-1965) was a French-born English writer. His writings published quite an impressive collection of short stories, novels, and plays.
Many children delight in the small and inconspicuous.
Every mystery solved brings us to the threshold of a greater one.
Rachel Carson (1907-1964) was an American marine biologist, conservationist, and writer. Many of her writings helped to advance the global environmental movement.
Glorious morning’s start
Grasping Creator’s hand
Warmed by faithful, rising sun
Waking His precious land
Nature’s intimate breath
Towering forest sings
Harmony’s rhythm soaring
Flying on eagle’s wings
Portrait’s autumn colors
Bordering every street
Imagination sails free
Painting each scene, repeat
Gentle spirit gathers
Energizing each thought
Another page waits to breathe
Tying landscape’s love knot
Trusted clock standing still
Adjusting every view
Tomorrow postponed for now
Tasting fall’s freshest brew
Imagination is the highest kite that can fly.
You don’t always win your battles, but it’s good to know you fought.
Lauren BaCall (1924-2014) was an American film actress whose career spanned much of classic Hollywood’s Golden Era.
Horizon brightens
Greeting day with gentleness—
Morning’s quiet voice
Light’s clouded journey
Sunrise waiting with patience—
Soon sharing glory
Dawn’s early face glows
Shadows camouflage landscape—
Snowflakes dancing free
Landscape’s color wheel
Artist’s infinite choices—
Every brilliant shade
Quiet morning breeze
Punctuated with raindrops—
Perfectly designed
Empty canvas waits
Sketch’s anticipation—
Inspiration blooms
