"The great consideration which ought to influence us in the use of the present moment is to arise from the effect which, as well or ill applied, it must have upon the time to come; for though its actual existence be inconceivably short, yet its effects are unlimited; and there is not the smallest point of time but may extend its consequences, either to our hurt or our advantage, through all eternity, and give us reason to remember it for ever, with anguish or exaltation." Johnson: Rambler #41 (August 7, 1750)
"But it must be remembered, that life consists not of a series of illustrious actions, or elegant enjoyments; the greater part of our time passes in compliance with necessities, in the performance of daily duties, in the removal of small inconveniencies, in the procurement of petty pleasures; and we are well or ill at ease, as the main stream of life glides on smoothly, or is ruffled by small obstacles and frequent interruption. The true state of every nation is the state of common life." Johnson: Journey to the Western Islands of Scotland
But what about honoring the right to invite?
Those who wait for parchment invitations wait long,
for need rarely throws a party - rarely even has a voice.
Yet need has its own needs.
It needs protection from strangers tromping in with work boots and good intentions.
And it needs relief from aquaintances wearing the spiked heels of advice and pat answers.
Need waits with longing
for the familiar entrance of dear ones
who pad barefoot through the soul on ordinary days.
- Susan L. Lenzkes
Leslie Wayne Jenkins, 48, was born in Salisbury.
He worked for Salisbury Ford Lincoln Mercury, formerly Cavanaugh Motors,
as an auto mechanic for the past 25 years.
He was an avid fisherman and member of the Bass Angler's Sportsman Society.
He was an Army veteran and also served in the Army Reserves.
