Something to Think About – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Do not go where the path may lead,go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”
~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Write a path or two today. Don’t worry about getting lost!
Have a great Friday.
~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Write a path or two today. Don’t worry about getting lost!
Have a great Friday.
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I love the quote!! eHugs! Carolyn Ann