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At 17, she was rejected from college. At 25, her mother died. At 26, she moved to Portugal to teach English. At 27, she married, but her husband abused her. Her daughter was born, and she divorced at 28, battling severe depression. At 29, she was a single mother on welfare. At 30, she considered suicide but channeled her passion into writing. At 31, she published her first book. By 35, she had released 4 books and was Author of the Year. At 42, she sold 11 million copies in one day. She is J.K. Rowling. Never give up.
October 2, 2024

Today I went to the cinema to see The Great Escaper, a biographical drama starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson, based on the true story of Bernard Jordan, a British WWII veteran who, at 89, left his nursing home to attend the 70th anniversary D-Day commemorations in France. The film is moving, with humorous parts, following his journey to Normandy and featuring flashbacks to the war’s effects on him and his wife, played by Glenda. It’s especially poignant as it’s Michael’s last film and Glenda passed away shortly after filming. It’s a life-affirming, enjoyable watch.
October 1, 2024