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“Democracy rests upon two pillars: one, the principle that all men are equally entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness; and the other, the conviction that such equal opportunity will most advance civilization.” ~Louis D. Brandeis (Image of March 28 No Kings protest by Loren Elliott for The New York Times)

“When all the world appears to be in a tumult, and nature itself is feeling the assault of climate change, the seasons retain their essential rhythm.  Yes, fall gives us a premonition of winter, but then, winter, will be forced to relent, once again, to the new beginnings of soft greens, longer light, and the sweet air of spring.” ~Madeleine M. Kunin Welcome Spring!

“May love and laughter light your days, and warm your heart and home. May good and faithful friends be yours, wherever you may roam. May peace and plenty bless your world with joy that long endures. May all life’s passing seasons bring the best to you and yours!” ~Old Irish Blessing Happy St. Patrick’s Day! (Image by Vlad Chețan at pexels.com )

“Time doesn’t wait for until.  The only time we all get is right now, this moment. And that means embracing the present, learning from the past (... letting go of what doesn’t need to [be carried] through), and striving for the future. It’s this beautiful synergy of energy – radiating from the gift of now.” ~Rachel Marie Martin (Image by Arek Socha at pixabay)

“Mankind must remember that peace is not God’s gift to his creatures; peace is our gift to each other.” ~Elie Wiesel (Image by Betka82 at depositphotos.com )