Animals, Home, Literature

Quote of the Day: From Kenneth Grahame

He thought his happiness was complete when, as he meandered aimlessly along, suddenly he stood by the edge of a full-fed river. Never in his life had he seen a river before—this sleek, sinuous, full-bodied animal, chasing and chuckling, gripping things with a gurgle and leaving them with a laugh, to fling itself on fresh… Continue reading Quote of the Day: From Kenneth Grahame

Animals, Friendship, Literature, Truth

Quote of the Day: From The Wind in the Willows

Independence is all very well, but we animals never allow our friends to make fools of themselves beyond a certain limit; and that limit you've reached. I've written a few posts on friendship and loyalty over the years.  Count this as just another one such. Anyone who's ever read the book (those of you who… Continue reading Quote of the Day: From The Wind in the Willows

Animals, Literature

Occasional Quote of the Day: Happy Mole Day!

He thought his happiness was complete when, as he meandered aimlessly along, suddenly he stood by the edge of a full-fed river. Never in his life had he seen a river before—this sleek, sinuous, full-bodied animal, chasing and chuckling, gripping things with a gurgle and leaving them with a laugh, to fling itself on fresh… Continue reading Occasional Quote of the Day: Happy Mole Day!