“The forest is a quiet place if only the best birds sing”
~ Kay Johnson Actress Born on: 17th November 1904
Porte Ponderings:
The first of the season Christmas Minis is done. This is my volunteer work for Strathroy United Church. Scheduled for the same weekend as the Christmas Bake Sale.
“No one can claim to be called Christian who gives money for the building of warships and arsenals”
~ Belva Ann Lockwood Women’s rights activist and lawyer Born on: 24th October 1830
Porte Ponderings:
And yet more funds are being sent to the Ukraine and Israel to continue fighting. The Palestinians in Gaza, and now Lebanon continue to be killed. Genocide is being financially supported. Pain and suffering continues while humanitarian efforts are being targeted and slowed.
~ Harry Callahan Photographer Born on: 22nd October 1912
Porte Ponderings:
Nikon has a big sale on now. It’s so tempting to spend the big bucks, buy a new mirrorless camera and lenses. My earnings this year don’t even cover my current expenses (and I’ve had a good year). The business person in me says: it’s a poor investment. A new camera won’t increase my earnings. The artist in me says: but I want one…… 😉
“You kill three people, they call you a murderer. You kill a million people, they call you a conqueror. Go figure”
~ John Lithgow Actor Born on: 19th October 1945
Porte Ponderings:
Too much “war” in the world with countries committing genocide while claiming self defense. My heart breaks to see the homes demolished, the children maimed and the helpless women unable to find sanctuary. Yet it continues. And I’m lucky enough I can change the channel.
Porte Photos 