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Tuesday, November 20th, 2001
8:56 am	Adieu Dear Friends, As of this moment, I am taking a permanent break from Usenet News and Livejournal. In fact, I am taking a pretty radical break from the Internet in general; however, if you have a burning desire to contact me -- especially if you want to talk about court reporting -- feel free to e-mail me at hotsteno@cs.com. Now, now, don't cry. I know you're all going to miss me. It's time to get on with the joyful process of living. I sincerely wish you all the very best and hope you find serenity and happiness as I have. Best wishes, Emme Current Mood: peaceful (1 Comment |Comment on this)
8:55 am	Final thoughts A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly. ? Proverbs 14:29, New International Version Every trial endured and weathered in the right spirit makes a soul nobler and stronger than it was before. -- James Buckham (Comment on this)
Monday, November 19th, 2001
4:15 am	There is no sensual pleasure in the world comparable to the delight and satisfaction that a good man takes in doing good. -- Tillotson Current Mood: optimistic (Comment on this)
Tuesday, November 13th, 2001
10:11 am	Isn't it the truth? No pleasure philosophy, no sensuality, no place nor power, no material success can for a moment give such inner satisfaction as the sense of living for good purposes, for maintenance of integrity, for the preservation of self-approval. -- Minot Simons Current Mood: accomplished (Comment on this)
Monday, November 12th, 2001
9:38 am	Quote of the Day Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody else expects of you. Never excuse yourself. Never pity yourself. Be a hard master to yourself - and be lenient to everybody else. -- Henry Ward Beecher Current Mood: Sad -- see CNN (Comment on this)
Friday, November 9th, 2001
10:35 am	Thought for the Day He who thinks he is raising a mound may only in reality be digging a pit. Ernest Bramah Current Mood: relieved (Comment on this)
Tuesday, November 6th, 2001
6:30 am	The life that conquers is the life that moves with a steady resolution and persistence toward a predetermined goal. Those who succeed are those who have thoroughly learned the immense importance of plan in life, and the tragic brevity of time. -- W.J. Davison Current Mood: accomplished (2 Comments |Comment on this)
Monday, October 29th, 2001
7:02 am	Thought for the Day Being forced to work, and forced to do your best, will breed in you temperance and self-control, diligence and strength of will, cheerfulness and content, and a hundred virtues which the idle never know. -- Charles Kingsley Current Mood: happy (Comment on this)
Thursday, October 18th, 2001
8:55 am	Something to remember There is nothing noble in being superior to some other man. The true nobility is in being superior to your previous self. -- Hindu proverb Current Mood: chipper (2 Comments |Comment on this)
Saturday, September 22nd, 2001
8:54 pm	CNN Story -- Afghanistan This is absolutely shocking. CNN Story: Beneath the Veil This is my song, O God of all the nations, A song of peace for lands afar and mine. This is my home, the country where my heart is; Here are my hopes, my dreams, my holy shrine; But other hearts in other lands are beating With hopes and dreams as true and high as mine. -- Lloyd Stone, 1934 Current Mood: indescribable (Comment on this)
Friday, September 21st, 2001
8:02 pm	O God, Our Help in Ages Past I have noticed this hymn is starting to become quite popular for these times. O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from the stormy blast, and our eternal home: Under the shadow of thy throne, thy saints have dwelt secure; sufficient is thine arm alone, and our defense is sure. Before the hills in order stood, or earth received her frame, from everlasting thou art God, to endless years the same. A thousand ages in thy sight are like an evening gone; short as the watch that ends the night before the rising sun. Time, like an ever-rolling stream, bears all its sons away; they fly, forgotten, as a dream dies at the opening day. O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, be thou our guide while troubles last, and our eternal home! Words written in 1719 by Isaac Watts. Music: St. Anne Meter: CM Current Mood: loved (1 Comment |Comment on this)
Monday, September 17th, 2001
3:06 am	Maturity Maturity is achieved when a person postpones immediate pleasures for long-term values. -- Joshua L. Liebman Current Mood: hopeful (Comment on this)
Sunday, September 16th, 2001
6:48 am	Proverbs 31 This was read at a funeral I attended yesterday. I think it is so inspiring. A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family and portions for her servant girls. She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet. She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple. Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land. She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: "Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all." Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate. Sunday...family day...my favorite day of the week. Current Mood: happy (4 Comments |Comment on this)
Friday, September 14th, 2001
6:39 am	Self-Respect Self-respect is the root of discipline: The sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no. -- Abraham Joshua Heschel 1907-1972 Current Mood: peaceful (Comment on this)
Thursday, September 13th, 2001
10:10 am	Wolves Make Good Fathers; Dogs Don't I am reading a marvelous book, The Emperor's Embrace: Reflections on Animal Families and Fatherhood, by Jeffrey Moussaieff Mason. It seems, contrary to popular opinion, that a great many animals favor monogamy and are also fantastic fathers. I think we as a species could learn a lot from such as the penguin, the seahorse, the prairie dog, and the swan. But my favorite animal father by far has to be the wolf. It seems male and female wolves form monogamous breeding pairs that generally last for a number of years, and often for life. The male wolf is an involved parent, hunting for his young and his mate, licking the cubs clean, guarding them and protecting them until they are ready for him to teach them how to be wolves. The father and mother work together to teach the young respect for rules and authority within the pack and how to hunt. Like human children, wolves teach their children life and survival skills primarily through their good example. Dogs, on the other hand, are sexually promiscuous because humans have bred them in such a manner so as to achieve certain results. They are also terrible fathers. The book goes on to say: "We have seen that in transforming the wolf into a dog, we have lost something valuable, the desire and the ability of the animal to be a father. Good fathering in the canid family means first of all being a good mate, part of a pair-bond, to use the animal behavior term. A dog who is close to one female is going to make a better father than one who is not. As in general among mammals, fatherhood and monogamy are closely linked. This is more than just pure speculation: Promiscuous behavior (including a lack of monogamous feelings for females) is what we demand from the dog, and what we get as a corollary is poor fathering." Fascinating. For further information: Denning behavior of wolves on Yellowstone's northern range (International Wolf Center) The Mating System of the Wolf (Davidson College) GOD BLESS AMERICA! Current Mood: pleased (Comment on this)
Wednesday, September 12th, 2001
10:31 am	Reaction Wow, the things I'm hearing. Patriotism is suddenly trendy, and people who complained bitterly about America, its courts, and its laws are suddenly flying the flag with pride. Even the Atheists are praying. Too bad it requires a national tragedy to bring some folks back to good, old-fashioned values. I hope they don't forget about this when the rubble has been cleared and those responsible brought to justice. Let goods and kindred go, This mortal life also; The body they may kill; God's truth abideth still; His kingdom is forever. --Martin Luther Current Mood: thankful (Comment on this)
Tuesday, September 11th, 2001
10:03 pm	WTC Reflections "The Lord is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid? For He will hide me in His shelter in the day of trouble. He will set me high upon a rock. Teach me Your way, O Lord, and lead me on the level path. I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord. Be strong and let your heart take courage. Yes. Wait for the Lord. For the Lord is my strength and my shield. In Him my heart trusts. So I am helped and my heart exalts and with my song I sing thanks to Him. The Lord is the strength of His people. He is the saving refuse of His anointed. O Lord, save Your people and bless Your heritage. Be our Shepherd and carry us forever." Current Mood: peaceful (Comment on this)
Monday, September 10th, 2001
4:45 pm	As seen on the highway... Current Mood: thankful (5 Comments |Comment on this)
12:46 pm	Romans 8:31 If God is with us, who can be against us? Current Mood: happy (Comment on this)
Sunday, September 9th, 2001
9:13 pm	Self-Control He who reigns within himself and rules his passions, desires, and fears is more than a king. --John Milton Current Mood: jubilant (Comment on this)