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About Michael Kane

Michael Kane is a writer, photographer, educator, speaker, adventurer and a general sampler of life. His books on hiking and poetry are available in soft cover and Kindle on Amazon.

Happiness and our precious time

Happiness and our precious time   So we shall let the reader answer this question for himself: who is the happier man, he who has braved the storm of life and lived or he who has stayed securely on shore … Continue reading

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You matter! You deserve to be happy!

You matter! You deserve to be happy! Be Content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you ~ Lao Tzu You matter!  I’m not sure … Continue reading

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My Student Loan Gratitude and Happiness

My Student Loan Gratitude and Happiness Recently there was a story on Marketplace about student loan debt.  It banged on the student loan system a bit and although I agreed with some of the points, I felt like I needed … Continue reading

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Happiness Resources

Happiness Resources Good evening friends, our weekly tour around the net to see what we can find to help us on our path, have a happy day ~ Rev Kane Nine happiness lessons we can learn from dogs. What makes … Continue reading

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Happiness at the Margin

Happiness at the Margin All experience is an arch wherethrough gleams that untravelled world whose margin fades for ever and for ever when I move. ~ Alfred Lord Tennyson So it’s been a crazy few weeks.  I’ve driven a couple … Continue reading

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Happiness is Art: Van Gogh, Picasso, Monet & Chihuly

Happiness is Art: Van Gogh, Picasso, Monet & Chihuly The main thing is to be moved, to love, to hope, to tremble, to live.                       ~ Auguste Rodin Tonight we revisit some of my favorite art posts, enjoy and have a … Continue reading

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Give me time & attention and I’ll be happy

Give me time & attention & I’ll be happy Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the … Continue reading

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The Effort of Happiness, Visualization, Altruism and Gratitude

The Effort of Happiness, Visualization, Altruism and Gratitude What a wonderful life I’ve had!  I only wish I’d realized it sooner.  ~ Colette So is there any actual benefit to all of these things we have been talking about?  I … Continue reading

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Happiness is Poetry: Frank O’Hara

Happiness is Poetry: Frank O’Hara Tonight we feature the poet Frank O’Hara, another recommendation from Suzanne Burns.  Give these pieces a read and enjoy! ~ Rev Kane   AVE MARIA Mothers of America let your kids go to the movies! … Continue reading

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Happiness & Relaxation

Happiness & Relaxation The sensation of energy expands with increasing relaxation. ~ Ilchi Lee I think today’s post falls into the category of duh philosophy.  You know it’s like when people tell you exercise is good for you, duh.  But … Continue reading

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