A humorous, honest reflection on today’s Thought of the Day and Question of the Day, featuring an 11-hour battle with a work iPad, the fine line between persistence and foolishness, and a call for readers to share their own petty hills.
The Thought of the Day and Question of the Day That Explain Why We Learn and Why We Settle Into Comfort
Explore the November 13 Thought of the Day and Question of the Day with a personal reflection on learning the hard way and finding unexpected comfort in simple things like a favorite fountain pen.
Thought of the Day and Question of the Day: When Gratitude Gets Weird (and Real)
Today’s Thought of the Day and Question of the Day explore the beauty of spoken gratitude with Gertrude Stein’s quote, “Silent gratitude isn’t much use to anyone,” and ask: *What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever said thank you for?
Thought of the Day and Question of the Day: Are You Happening to Life or Just Watching It Go By?
In this Thought of the Day and Question of the Day, explore what it means to take charge of your life instead of letting it pass you by. Are you making things happen, or just watching them unfold?
Thought of the Day and Question of the Day: Rediscovering the Everyday Magic
Discover the magic hiding in plain sight in this October 31, 2025 Thought of the Day and Question of the Day. Explore how to slow down, sharpen your senses, and find wonder in small, everyday moments.
When Shadows Give Way to Sunlight: Thought of the Day and Question of the Day
Today’s Thought of the Day and Question of the Day explore how light overcomes darkness and why watching the sunrise can remind us that every shadow eventually fades.