Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definitions: (1) displaying knowledge, accuracy, and analytical ability; (2) orderly and thorough in methods of study; reflective; devoted to learning; (3) a well-read person; erudite; academic Derivation: Latin, “school” Quote:• Don’t appear so scholarly, pray. Humanize your talk, and speak to be understood. — Jean-Baptiste Poquelin [aka Moliere] (1622-1673) French playwright• Every child needs to … Read more
Definitions: (1) morally pleasing; respectable; (2) spiritually alluring; agreeable; (3) pleasing to the taste or smell; appetizing Synonyms: flavorous, palatable, piquant, pungent, rich, spicy, umami Quote: A little nonsense now and then is savored by the wisest men. ― Roald Dahl (1916–1990) British author [Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory] {1964}
Definition: knowledge of or instinct for appropriate action <especially in social situations>; a polished behavioral sureness; tact Derivation: French, “knowing how to do” Quote: Live so that when your children think of fairness and integrity, they think of you. — Horace Jackson Brown Jr. (1940–2021) American author, Life’s Little Instruction Book {1991}
Definitions: (1) fully gratified wants, needs, or desires; satiated; supplied to the full extent with what is wished for; content; (2) free from doubt, suspense, or uncertainty; fully assured; a mind set at ease; convinced; (3) doubts or objections adequately or convincingly answered Familial Quality: grateful Too Far: smug Quotes:• To be able to look … Read more
Definitions: (1) rescued from danger or from possible harm or loss; (2) kept safe, intact, or unhurt; safeguarded; secured; (3) kept from being lost; (4) in religion, said of a person whose has seen the way to the truth thus being redeemed from spiritual death Synonyms: preserved, protected, save face, spared Quote:• When you lose … Read more
Definition: possessing a capacity for great wisdom or sound judgment; discerning; knowing; sagacious Quotes:• Let a fool hold his tongue and he will pass for a sage. — Publilius Syrus (85–43 BC) Latin writer• I absolutely believe in a greater spiritual power, far greater than I am, from which I have derived strength in moments … Read more
Definitions: (1) distinctively smart and boldly stylish; jaunty; (2) saucy; fresh; funky; (3) vigorous; lively Balancing Qualities: Clever, Playful, Precocious Saying: If you can’t be kind, be quiet Quote: Never interrupt someone doing what you said couldn’t be done. — Amelia Mary Earhart (1897-1939?) American aviator Reflection: One may not set out to be sassy, … Read more
Definitions: (1) cheerful; optimistic; hopeful; confident; (2) indicative of sturdiness or health; ruddy; (3) ardent; warm Derivation: Latin, “blood” Note: In medieval physiology being sanguine meant having a passionate & positive temperament – one in whom the blood is the predominant “humor.” Synonyms: animated, lively Quotes:•The essentials for happiness are the right company, moderate if … Read more
Definition: in healthy condition <especially clean and taking precaution against disease>; free from dirt, bacteria, or pollution Symbol: soap Quotes:• Good handwashing is the single most effective action against the spread of disease. — Anita Downs Flora (1950-) American registered nurse• Our English language says if you’re not a theist, the only alternative is to … Read more
Definitions: (1) agreeable to the mind; interesting; engaging; (2) savory; having a pleasing taste Derivation: Latin, “to know, taste, or perceive” Quotes:• When you have had a taste of excellence, you cannot go back to mediocrity. — Maximillian Degenerez, Portuguese artist• Life has a certain flavor for those who have fought and risked all that … Read more