The Village Blacksmith

The Village Blacksmith

The Village Blacksmith  by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Under a spreading chestnut-tree The village smithy stands; The smith, a mighty man is he, With large and sinewy hands; And the muscles of his brawny arms Are strong as iron bands. His hair is crisp, and black, and long, His face is like the tan; His brow…

Be Happy

Be Happy

If you can’t do everything perfectly well and on time despite all your best efforts, you’re in good company. — Dharmendra Sheth   [Note, especially for my language learners: “to be in good company” means “to have the same problem as many other people” Cambridge Dictionary]