The expression, “May you live in interesting times,” has been considered an ancient Chinese curse since Robert Kennedy popularized the saying. What makes times interesting? In general, conflict and anxiety. Most of us are familiar with the Biblical warning about wars and rumors of wars, and very few of us have had the luxury of […]
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Posted December 31, 2016 in Uncategorized When I first read Debra’s article for January, “Let’s Laugh,” Aerosmith’s 1973 release, “Dream On,” started playing in my head—especially the line, “Sing for the laughter and sing for the tears.” What occurred to me is what would laughter be if there were no tears? Here are the lyrics for those who like […] Posted October 31, 2016 in Monthly News May you live in interesting times is often said to be an “ancient Chinese curse.” It is, however, neither Chinese nor ancient. Regardless of its origins, it is easy to see why living in interesting times would be considered a curse. What makes “times” interesting? The answer, of course, is change. If you can […] |
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