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Comment on Musings of Ernest Hemingway by CG

CG — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:31:31 +0000

MalinaP,

This quote comes from the publication “Papa Hemingway” written by A.E. Hotchner. Hemingway is attributed to having said this to Hotch.

I do not have a page reference… although I am now moved to re-read this book. It’s an excellent account of Hemingway’s life, told by a good, close friend.

Chris

Comment on Musings of Ernest Hemingway by MalinaP

MalinaP — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:04:10 +0000

Hi!
Please, could you help me with a piece of information?
It would really be of a great help if you told me what book does the quote “Nobody knows what’s in him until he tries to pull it out. If there’s nothing or very little, the shock can kill a man.” come from. And if you could also tell me the page…
Thank you in advance!

Comment on New Note Cards Capture the Beauty of Nature by Clyde Hodder

Clyde Hodder — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:23:23 +0000

Totally awesome…with the God-given talent you both possess in your fields of excellence, this venture could be nothing less than a winner. Very best wishes. Clyde

Comment on 20 “well-turned phrases” to send your colleagues sideways by TheNewsSeed.com

TheNewsSeed.com — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:31:42 +0000

20 “well-turned phrases” to send your colleagues sideways…

Oxymorons and confusion – slip these into your emails and conversation. If you find some of this to be Deja Moo”, (just look it up and see what I mean)….

Comment on The Arena: a Lens onto Life by Chris George

Chris George — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 17:21:22 +0000

Again, thank you for the stream of e-mails and to all who have commented on the poem. Judging by the numbers of responses I received, it appears that the verse really struck a chord. The reality is that kids grow up too fast. However, as parents, this is a very special time in our own lives. The memories of our child’s character developing are memories we carry with us to forever. For the whole of the family, it’s so very rewarding.

Comment on The Arena: a Lens onto Life by Jeff C

Jeff C — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 12:07:38 +0000

Beautiful….

Comment on The Arena: a Lens onto Life by Kirk

Kirk — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:39:59 +0000

Wow!!! I read this poem this morning after a phenomenal game last night. What a great way to start the day. Thanks Chris. Your poem says it all!

Comment on The Arena: a Lens onto Life by abbie

abbie — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:04:30 +0000

enjoy the journey of this roller coaster ride. in the end it is a win win situation.

Comment on The Arena: a Lens onto Life by Angela Braun

Angela Braun — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:27:51 +0000

I loved it! Can I use it in my classroom?
Every hockey parent can relate to this poem! It captures all of our hopes and aspirations for all our kids. After all, isn’t the hockey arena a metaphor for life?
Angela

Comment on The Arena: a Lens onto Life by CG

CG — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:06:48 +0000

Thank you to all who have e-mailed me or connected with my Facebook page. I appreciate your observations and pleased that this poem struck a chord for you and your family.

I’ve had some questions regarding any other hockey-related posts – and you can see “puck-ish” quotes and writings on the By George Journal in the archives tagged hockey:

http://cgacommunications.com/bygeorge/?tag=hockey

I’m reminded of the saying that “Life is the mundane we all must accept between hockey games.” Enjoy these diversions until we see each other again at the rink.