From the Desk of Pennwell Gray
Daily thoughts. Points to ponder. Soulful reflections. The Musings of E.M. Murphy.
In honor of my parents 53rd anniversary. What a testament to friendship, love and commitment. Have a wonderful day.
“To say that one waits a lifetime for his soulmate to come around is a paradox. People eventually get sick of waiting, take a chance on someone, and by the art of commitment become soulmates, which takes a lifetime to perfect.” – Criss Jami
That moment when the start of a sentence is a strong indicator of how it will end.
“I am heartbroken. My Mom, my biggest fan, my partner in so many adventures, the love of my life has passed away.”
Boom. There it is. She’s gone. When? How? Why? What happened? This can’t be real.
Continue reading “In honor of Dr. Barbara, a dear family friend.”“If people did not love one another, I really don’t see what use there would be in having any spring.” – Victor Hugo
“You can love someone, yet not be loving toward them. There is a difference between the two.”
An honest evaluation and thoughtful introspection of the less attractive qualities we sometimes struggle with. May it be of benefit.
“Before you marry a person, you should first make them use a computer with slow Internet to see who they really are.” – Will Ferrell
May your hearts be happy. And may you find love everywhere you go. Happy Valentine’s Day.
“To love and be loved is to the feel the sun from both sides.” – David Viscott
A lighter read on celebrating love – not just romance – this Valentine’s Day. Read my latest on The Elephant Journal.
In memory of my grandmother and her passing, twenty-one years ago today.
“No matter how prepared you think you are for the death of a loved one, it still comes as a shock, and it still hurts very deeply” – Billy Graham
It is so easy for us to get caught up in the commercialization of Valentine’s Day.
Flowers, candy and cards filled with words that give our feelings a voice. Restaurant reservations a must and all kinds of expensive add-ons appear on the menu – from rose placement on the table, musicians to serenade you with songs of love or a high priced bottle of champagne to toast your love. Continue reading “My Valentine Wish.”
