I love them all, especially the Maya Angelu, Tolstoy and the Sister Joan quotation (been a fan of hers for a few decades and consider her a spiritual mentor even though we've never met. Read several of her books and receive a weekly e-newsletter).
LOVE Sister Joan. For at least 25 years,. What a wise and fierce woman she is. Thank you, Linda Ann. I love all the quotes, but that Tolstoy is phenomenal especially given the times we're in. xo
“Hope is not a lottery ticket you can sit on the sofa and clutch, feeling lucky. It is an axe you break down doors with in an emergency." Rebecca Solnit
Another, also Rebecca Solnit: “Joy doesn't betray but sustains activism. And when you face a politics that aspires to make you fearful, alienated and isolated, joy is a fine act of insurrection.”
That's a good one. I have one of Angela Davis's that's similar, that I'll be posting soon. I can only post this if I have a photo to go with. Thank you!
Good idea. You obviously haven't read me, and you're kind of creepy. Any idea how inappropriate this is, if you're even a real person? You might want to learn something about boundaries and respect. And, yes, you're right, I am different. But not the kind of different you're looking for. Take good care, Shahbaz.
I cannot believe you're actually a real person. But this is fun. You have a lot to learn about good manners and sensitivity. You have no clue what respect is and praying to your "Lord" on my post is ridiculous. Bye.
Love your Meme‘s Nan, they definitely brighten Substack notes with their bold design.
Thanks, Jay! xo
I've long loved the Mae West and Lily Tomlin quotes, Nan. Nice!
Thank you, me too. I love the Lily Tomlin quote. She and Jane Wagner wrote stellar material. Always. xo
I love them all, especially the Maya Angelu, Tolstoy and the Sister Joan quotation (been a fan of hers for a few decades and consider her a spiritual mentor even though we've never met. Read several of her books and receive a weekly e-newsletter).
Thanks, Nan
LOVE Sister Joan. For at least 25 years,. What a wise and fierce woman she is. Thank you, Linda Ann. I love all the quotes, but that Tolstoy is phenomenal especially given the times we're in. xo
Wow! It's so cool seeing these lined up and together! There were several I hadn't seen. xx
Thanks, Rhaine! I have so many more ready to go. It's my happy activity. xo
“Hope is not a lottery ticket you can sit on the sofa and clutch, feeling lucky. It is an axe you break down doors with in an emergency." Rebecca Solnit
I LOVE this. Adding to my list. You're such a great participator, Wendy. Thank you. xo
Another, also Rebecca Solnit: “Joy doesn't betray but sustains activism. And when you face a politics that aspires to make you fearful, alienated and isolated, joy is a fine act of insurrection.”
On the list. The first one's done. Feel free to keep feeding me quotes. It's awesome. xo
One more from a writer with whom I interacted on Twitter. She wrote this and it blew me away.
"If your internal organs are open to legislation, you are, manifestly, not free." Emily L. Hauser
That's a good one. I have one of Angela Davis's that's similar, that I'll be posting soon. I can only post this if I have a photo to go with. Thank you!
Oh, ok. I’ll keep that in mind.
Ok. You asked for it. haha
“No black woman writer in this culture can write "too much". Indeed, no woman writer can write "too much"...No woman has ever written enough.”
―bell hooks
Oh, good! I have one bell hooks quote down the line. Thanks, Wendy. Do as many as you like, even email them to me, if you want. THIS is so great! xo
Do you prefer email? That’s it for now, but I LURV quotations, so I have a backlog…
It's a thing of beauty.
Thanks, lovey! xo
Nan- So many excellent quotes here. Several that stand out are:
Anne Lamott- Don't look at your feet- Just dance
Tolstoy—If you feel pain you are a juman being
Oscar Wilde—Be yourself
Thanks, Mike. Yes, those are good ones. xo
Thank you, Nan Tepper! 🤗🩵
You're welcome, Leslie Ann. xo
I’ve loved all of these, and especially the trademark pink. Fun to see them again.
Thanks, Mary. You are the kindest. I so appreciate that you read my work and are so supportive. xo
Wow so many treasures I don’t know where to begin! Particularly love the M L’Engle one. Going to share that one now.:)
I'll update it every once in a while..it's going to get quite long...I love making these. It feels like a spiritual practice for me. XO
Great way to describe it, Nan.
Thanks, Amanda. xo
Dear Lord,
You know the deepest desires of my heart —
I long to meet a woman who walks close to You,
whose heart shines with Your light,
and whose eyes reflect the beauty of Your love.
Lord, bless me with a companion
who is the answer to my prayers,
who will walk with me in faith,
laugh with me, cry with me,
and give thanks to You in every season.
I’m not asking for just an earthly bond —
but for a connection written in Heaven,
where Your Spirit is the center of our love.
My Jesus,
if she is meant for me,
then in Your perfect timing and by Your grace,
lead us to each other.
Amen. ✝️❤️
Fuck off, Shahbaz. You're definitely barking up the wrong tree. I hope you find your dream girl, but it certainly ain't me.
I didn’t expect that from you. I thought you were different.
But it’s okay — I’ll step back. Sometimes people just aren’t meant to understand each other.
Good idea. You obviously haven't read me, and you're kind of creepy. Any idea how inappropriate this is, if you're even a real person? You might want to learn something about boundaries and respect. And, yes, you're right, I am different. But not the kind of different you're looking for. Take good care, Shahbaz.
Dear friend 🧡
I understand. I never meant to make you uncomfortable or cross any boundaries. If my words or tone hurt you in any way, I sincerely apologize.
I respect you and your feelings.
Take care and stay happy.
I cannot believe you're actually a real person. But this is fun. You have a lot to learn about good manners and sensitivity. You have no clue what respect is and praying to your "Lord" on my post is ridiculous. Bye.