“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“A thing is important if anyone think it important.” — William James
“He who, when called upon to speak a disagreeable truth, tells it boldly and has done, is both bolder and milder than he who nibbles in a low voice, and never ceases nibbling.” — Johann Kaspar Lavater
“We are very, very small. But we are profoundly capable of very, very big things.” — Steven Hawking
“My advice about acting? Speak clearly, don’t bump into people, and if you must have motivation, think of your pay packet on Friday.” — Noel Coward
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— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“Good enough never is.” — Debbi Fields, founder of Mrs. Fields Cookies (and Bakeries)
“Can’t repeat the past? We do it every day. We build a life, or try to, of pleasures and duties that will become routine, so that every day will be the same day, or nearly so, ‘the day of our life,’ Randall Jarrell called it.'” — Adam Gopnik
“There are four sentences that lead to wisdom: I don’t know. I need help. I’m sorry. I was wrong.” — Louise Penny
“Creativity is in everyone; it just manifests itself differently with each person. My CPA, for example, is one of the most creative people I know.” — Ron Miriello
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“Politeness is the flower of humanity.” — Joseph Joubert
“People who do good work often think that whatever they’re working on is no good. Others see what they’ve done and think it’s wonderful, but the creator sees nothing but flaws. This pattern is no coincidence: worry made the work good.” — Paul Graham
“Sheer Playfulness and Deadly Seriousness are my closest friends; it is with them that I take those walks in the country at the end of the day.” — Philip Roth
“After scolding one’s cat, one looks into its face and is seized by the ugly suspicion that it understood every word. And has filed it for reference.” — Charlotte Gray
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“I will not meddle with that which I cannot mend.” — Thomas Fuller
“The person who gets 1 shot needs everything to go right. The person who gets 1000 shots is going to score at some point. Find a way to play the game that ensures you get a lot of shots.” — James Clear
“Leave good evidence of yourself. Do good work.” — Cal Newport
“In my whole life, I have known no wise people (over a broad subject area) who didn’t read all the time – none, zero. You’d be amazed at how much Warren [Buffett] reads – and how much I read. My children laugh at me. They think I’m a book with a couple of legs sticking out.” — Charles T. Munger
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“Amid the pressure of great events, a general principle gives no help.” — G. W. F. Hegel
“Each honest calling, each walk of life, has its own elite, its own aristocracy based upon excellence of performance.” — James Bryant Conant
“When a caterpillar bursts from its cocoon and discovers it has wings, it does not sit idly, hoping to one day turn back. It flies.” — Kelseyleigh Reber
“I love to watch those old movies on late-night television, particularly when a couple gets up from a champagne dinner in a posh restaurant and the hero hands the waiter $3. But the best part is when he says, ‘Keep the change.'” — Robert Orben
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“The sharp thorn often produces delicate roses.” — Ovid
“Most people live in a very restricted circle of their potential being. They make use of a very small portion of their possible consciousness.” — Steven Kotler
“Different doesn’t always mean bad, it just means different.” — John Dorian
“If there are so many accidents on the roads, it’s because we have cars of tomorrow driven by people of today on the roads of yesterday.” — Pierre-Jean Vaillard
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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In addition to Ljubljana, we ventured out to the surrounding towns to experience more of Slovenia’s cuisine and natural phenomena.
Main street in the small medieval town of Radovljica, Slovenia
An unusual treat was lunch at the Gostilna Lectar in Radovljica, Slovenia. The inn opened in 1766 and its historic aura can be felt immediately. There is lodging upstairs, a restaurant on the main floor and a gingerbread museum and workshop in the basement.
Although not a gingerbread fan, these confections were beautiful works of art admired by many. It was interesting to learn about the creative process and the history of the honey-based dough which yields a firmer rendition of gingerbread.
Some of the ingredients assembled for creating the gingerbread dough
The gingerbread process explained
The finished products were proudly displayed and ready for purchase
A restaurant does not survive on gingerbread alone and the provided lunch proved just as worthy. The highlight was the soup served in a large brioche-shaped bread.
We were treated to a musical farewell by owner and son as we prepared to leave Gostilna Lectar.
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One of the most popular tourist locations in Slovenia is Lake Bled and the Bled Castle. The historic nature and beautiful surroundings lend themselves to destination weddings and during our visit, the most picturesque areas were quite crowded. In spite of the crowds, the castle and lake were certainly beautiful to see!
The entrance to the Bled Castle
Exterior of the colorful Chapel at Bled Castle
Bled Castle turret and souvenir shop
The sun attempting to break through the clouds at Lake Bled
Visiting castles, museums, cathedrals, etc. certainly shows off the beautiful buildings and architecture around the world, but finding natural treasures along the way adds an additional punch to foreign travel.
Over its 200-year tourism history, the Postojna Caves has hosted more than 39 million visitors. As one of the most anticipated stops, it was easy to understand the popularity of the caves!
The tour takes attendees along a 5km route during which half uses of a functionally-sized electric train to transport guests.
Throughout the visit there was an abundance of Stalagmites, Stalactites and Columns on view.
Attractions included tunnels, caverns, galleries, halls, “curtains” and cave “bacon” which were on display in an array of sizes and configurations. It was indeed awe-inspiring to see these natural gems that preceded us by millions of years.
At certain venues, metal walkways or “bridges” were constructed to enable closer inspection of the natural wonders found in the caves.
On the way to our final destination in Croatia, we made a very special stop in the picturesque mountains outside Buzet located on the Istrian peninsula.
Picturesque hilltop town of Buzet
While the scenery was beautiful, what made this unique was our “tasting” stop at the Prodan Tartufi. Buzet’s locale is ideal for the growth of subterranean truffles.
“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“Every once in a while, take the scenic route.” — H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
“There is an invisible garment woven around us from our earliest years; it is made of the way we eat, the way we walk, the way we greet people.” — Jean Giraudoux
“Thinking doesn’t guarantee that we won’t make mistakes. But not thinking guarantees that we will.” — Leslie Lamport
“Your budget must balance! You are not Congress!” — Dave Ramsey
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“The stitch ripper is your friend. Be one with the stitch ripper.” — Jeanette Watts
“Real life is, to most … a perpetual compromise between the ideal and the possible.” — Bertrand Russell
“Humans walked around or rode horses for 999 of the last 1,000 centuries. In this century, we drive cars, fly planes, and land on the moon.” — Tim Urban
“A friend tricked me into going to Wimbledon by telling me it was a men’s singles event.” — Amy Barnes
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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“Platitudes? Yes, there are platitudes.
Platitudes are there because they are true.”
— Margaret Thatcher —
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Today’s STATUS QUOtes
“The most beautiful things in the world are not perfect, they are special.” — Bob Marley
“The general limits of your freedom are merely these: that you do not trespass upon the equal rights of others.” — Dwight Eisenhower
“Everyone in their life has his own particular way of expressing life’s purpose – the lawyer his eloquence, the painter his palette, and the man of letters his pen from which the quick words of his story flow. I have my bicycle.” — Gino Bartal, champion road cyclist
“A hotel mini-bar allows you to see into the future and what a can of Pepsi will cost in 2030.” — Rich Hall
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“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.”
— Marlene Dietrich —
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