“I only have a minute.
Sixty seconds in it.
Forced upon me, I did not choose it,
But I know that I must use it.
Give account if I abuse it.
Suffer, if I lose it.
Only a tiny little minute,
But eternity is in it.”
~Elijah Cummings
Be Heard
Mentor
Build Community
“You must have confidence in your competence.”
~ Elijah Cummings
Participate
Love
Care
Play
“Our children are the living messengers we send to a future we will never see… Will we rob them of their destiny? Will we rob them of their dreams? No – we will not do that.”
~ Elijah Cummings
Our Future
Learn
Listen
“I’m going to do what feeds my soul.”
~ Elijah Cummings
Teach
Seize the Day
Be Joyful
“When we’re dancing with the angels, the question will be asked: In 2019, what did we do to make sure we kept our democracy intact?”
~Elijah Cummings
Jane Lurie Photography 
Love the photos and the Elijah Cummings quotes are timely and timeless!
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Thank you so much, Michael. Glad you enjoyed this theme inspired by the great Elijah Cummings. 🙂
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Thank you Jane for your inspiring tribute to a truly great man; such a loss at this pivotal time in history. Warm wishes.
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I’m glad you enjoyed this tribute, Andrew. He will be greatly missed, especially now. Thanks so much for viewing. 🙂
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Now this is a collection of some of the best, most honest smiles 🙂 Great candid photos, and also in celebrating the life of Elijah Cummings.
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Hi Randall, That means a lot, thank you so much. I was struck by Elijah’s commitment to making every moment count. I’m happy you enjoyed this tribute. 🙂
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Oh wait, yes of COURSE I know who this is. A brave, gracious man.
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Hi Melissa, I’m glad you’re familiar. A genuine leader who will be missed.
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It feels like we are losing quite a few, leaving us with the idiots.
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Sadly true but, hopefully, that will change.
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Yesterday I attended a nature conference. One of the speakers was an older man, the former head of a very prominent landscaping company in Chicago. He spoke of his early memories of growing up around Chicago where the ecosystems were still intact. The early death of his father thrust him into the family business but he always had his eye on the nature that he remembered. Now in his 60’s, he’s bought 60 somewhat degraded acres in Wisconsin and has restored them! By himself. And he has launched a new company that plants natives. He is still a primo designer, but he will only use natives. Hearing him speak I was filled with a sense of hope I haven’t felt in quite awhile.
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What a marvelous experience, Melissa. Thanks so much for sharing this with me. :)There’s a lot of good out there as challenging as it is to see it some days.
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Thank you Jane. I agree, and it really helps to hear good news.
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This is wonderfully inspiring. I am not familiar with Elijah Cummings~thank you for this moving tribute and for making me aware of him.
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I’m glad you enjoyed this tribute, Melissa. Thank you so much.
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Such beautiful photos. So thoughtful and evocative. The people come alive for me.
Alison
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That is very nice to read, Alison. These portraits bring back such good memories of special “tiny little minutes”. I’m glad you enjoyed them – thanks very much.
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Dear Jane,
GREAT pictures and quotes. This combination is well chosen and very moving. Actually, you made us aware of liberal politician Elijah Cummings who died a fortnight ago.
Wishing you a great week
The Fab Four of Cley
🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
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Thank you so much, Klausbernd. Yes, Elijah’s death is a great loss. He was beloved in his city of Baltimore. I’m pleased you enjoyed the photos along with his inspirational quotes. 🙂
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Your combination of photo and text is really special. We very much enjoyed it.
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That means a lot to me. When I read that Elijah recited that poem to himself every day, I was so inspired to think about images that convey the importance of “being in the moment”. Thanks again, Klausbernd. 🙂 I hope the Fab Four are all well and happy.
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Dear Jane,
thank you very much. We are quite excited already because our Master’s birthday is coming up in three weeks. Traditionally we plan a trip then. This time we are going to Rye which is supposed England’s most romantic town.
Actually, there is nothing more important than being in the moment. We try hard to do so and sometimes we even succeed. Siri 🙂 and 🙂 Selma are very good at it.
We hope you are well and happy too and send you the finest fairy dust and wish you all the best
The Fab Four of Cley
🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
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What a fabulous and inspiring post, Jane. Hooray for putting into words and images what many of us are feeling. It’s time for optimism in the future and action now.
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Thank you, Patti. I’m happy you like the message and images. Every word and minute counts. I agree, for our children especially, it’s time for action and optimism for a better future.
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Yes. I totally agree
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Wonderful and touching moments, expertly captured! I especially like the frame captioned, ‘Play’.
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Hi Denise, Was feeling inspired by Elijah’s words and these are all special minutes captured. Thank you very much. 😊
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Well done Jane!
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Thanks very much, Ron. Great to hear from you and I hope all is well with you.
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How wonderful! With so much love. ❤ Thank you!
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Thank you, Manja. Yes, with much ❤️. Glad you enjoyed.
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This is a fine post, Jane. Your beautiful evocative images couple with the thoughtful lines from Mr. Cummings are comforting and inspirational. Very nice work. And finished so nicely with the happy picture of you and your granddaughter.
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What a lovely response to this, Steve. Thank you very much. Elijah will be greatly missed. I had to indulge myself with one of my most happy “minutes” this year. Glad you like it.
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A nice grandma shot at the end. 🙂
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Thanks so much, David. Fit right in for making the most of a moment.💞
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Love your photos. Especially Imogen photos.
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Thanks so much, Pam. I couldn’t resist. 💕
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Thanks so much, Jane for this great post!! Loved the photos and messages from Elijah Cummings!
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Thank you, Chuck. I’m so glad you enjoyed these- Elijah Cummings is an inspiration.
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Amen to that!! 🌹🌹
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Beautiful and refreshing. To capture these moments it take a special kind of photographer.
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That’s so kind of you, Kathy. Thanks so much. I remember each one…
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They are beautiful portraits. You have a good view of the people.
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Hi Hendrik, I’m pleased you enjoyed these portraits- they all bring back great memories. Thank you very much.
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Such touching and deeply moving photos…
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Thank you, Paula. I’m glad that this moved you. Appreciate you taking a moment.
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What amazing moments you have captured.
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Thanks very much, Lisa. 🙂
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wonderful shots Jane …u have captured these special moments brilliantly….especially ‘be joyful’!!!
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Thank so much, April. Joyful is an especially wonderful minute! 🙂
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Love this post Jane…photos are great as is the narrative… Hope all is well on the other coast. Anne
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Thank you so much, Anne. Great to hear from you. All is well except for the devastating wildfires. Frightening.
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Wow! A beautiful collection of people! My favourite is “Love”!! And that great shot of you and Imogen! We just got another grand-daughter on October 11 … “Ellie” Priscilla Joy Stewart.
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Thank you so much, Michael. Congratulations and welcome, Ellie!
Our next bundle arrives in December. 💕
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Sweet! Another Special Delivery on the way!
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The poem marries a serious message with such a charming, simple rhythm. Very clever! And your photos run the gamut – I especially like “Listen” because it’s so familiar to me after living in NYC, and also “Play” for those perfect expressions and the luscious color.
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Hi Lynn, I was quite struck by this poem when I first heard it. It’s fun that “Listen” spoke to you- a favorite NY moment. All of these portraits bring back special memories. Thanks very much for your positive response. 🙂
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I wasn’t even sure that WAS NYC since you live in SF, but I know you get around. It’s one of the parts of NY that I miss – the warm way that community is expressed in off-handed moments. A great moment to photograph, and you do those so well.
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Yes, we try to get there once a year now. I grew up in NJ and miss the city. I agree, Lynn, there are many small scenes like this in NYC. I was so happy to catch this one. 🙂
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I didn’t know that about your origins – or maybe I’d forgotten. It’s been several years since I’ve been to NYC and hopefully, I’ll get back before too long. Not for a winter trip though. 🙂
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I’m done with NE winters… although I miss the beauty of snow. 🙂
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A very special tribute Jane. My favorites of course are those with little Imogen
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Thanks so much, Tina. I’m happy you enjoyed this one.
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Powerful quotes and marvellous photos, Jane.
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Thank you so much, Belinda. I really appreciate it. 🙂
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Unquestionably, Jane, your post hands down is a Masterpiece! Your stunning photographs each depicting life in such a positive light give the reader hope that our great nation will be saved from the depths of depravity that are being bombed down upon us. Your tribute to such a great man moved me to tears. We the people have every responsibility, no matter the “role” we find ourselves in, to educate and encourage the youth that will some day be our leaders. It is more then time for us to stop listening to the trash thrown at us at every turn and instead, begin to bridge the gape that lies between so many of us. Incredible post! If the reader is not moved after he or she reads this, I don’t know what it will take.
Your images are so crystal clear and depict so much emotion ….. amazing shots!!!
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AmyRose, you nailed it!
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Hi AmyRose, I’m delighted by your impassioned response and glad you’re as moved as I. Happy you enjoyed the portraits-all fun memories. Thank you very much! 🌹
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This is a very beautiful post Jane!
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Thank you, Maria. I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
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I sure did!
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Outstanding images Jane 🙂 Great quotes and tribute to a honorable man.
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Thanks, Joe. A great loss.
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Wise….poignantly expressed in word and photo..
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I’m glad this moved you, Linda. Thank you.
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Great pictures and the the words from Elijah Cummings.
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Thank you, YC. Pleased you enjoyed the pairing of the two.
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An inspiring and moving tribute.
Regards Thom
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Thom. Thanks very much.
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Great pics with great titles!
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Thank you very much, Poetpas. 🙂
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You’re welcome 😊
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Wonderful post, Jane, you certainly have a way with people pictures. Especially like Participate; Love; and Seize the day. Very glad I’m following your blog. Adrian 🙂
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Hi Adrian, I”m happy you like the portraits and those in particular. Some fun and memorable moments along the way. Thanks so much. 🙂
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Wonderful – and Seize the Day is the pick of a fine bunch.
Thanks for posting this, well crafted, and very much appreciated.
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Thanks so much, Adam. Elijah’s work and commitment to others was exceptional. Pleased you like my feisty granddaughter seizing the day. 😍
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These were well spent minutes, Jane. What a beautiful post 🙂 🙂
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Thanks so much, Jo. I’m happy you took a moment. 🙂
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Thoughtful words by a great man and beautiful images by a great photographer, Jane
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How lovely, Cornelia. Thank you very much.
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So touching and thoughtful
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Thank you, Liz. A great loss.
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What a beautiful tribute to Elijah Cummings, Jane. I can’t pick a favorite because all are wonderful!
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Thanks so much, Susan!
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An amazing tribute! well done, Jane. Thank you for recognizing and honoring Elijah–as well as many other unknown souls. Do love that cute little grandchild <3<3<3
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Thanks very much, “Someone”. I’m sure I must know you! 😁
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A wonderful tribute.
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Thank you very much, K. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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A very powerful post, yet so very moving. These quotes from Elijah Cummings are inspiring.
Thank you so much, Jane!
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I’m happy you enjoyed his beautiful quotes and the post, Amy. Thanks very much.
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What a marvelous and moving tribute to this giant of a man. I love Elijah’s poem and wonderful quotes interspersed between your inspiring photos.
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Thank you very much, Sylvia. I am inspired by Elijah’s words and leadership. A great loss.I’m glad you enjoyed the pairing with the photos.
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Be Joyful❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Thanks, Sharon. And I was! ❤️❤️
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It’s true that Elijah Cummings said those words, but he was reciting a poem from memory. He didn’t write it, and I haven’t found out who did, but I located an occurrence of the poem in 1914, decades before he was born:
https://tinyurl.com/yyob3wjr
A book in 1938 attributed the poem to the Catholic priest Nelson H. Baker:
https://tinyurl.com/y4y6mwg4
I can’t tell if that’s accurate. Baker may have recited the poem just as Elijah Cummings did.
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Hi Steve, Yes, I am well aware he didn’t write it but he recited it daily as a personal inspiration, so it’s apt to attribute it to him upon his death.
As always, your research is impeccable.
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I LOVE THIS POST!
> — > Stephanie Burlington Daniels > Chair and Associate Professor > Theatre and Dance Studies Department > Wheaton College > Norton, MA
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Thank you so much, Steph. I am inspired by Elijah’s words and leadership. Happy you enjoyed this tribute.
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Beautiful photography and words Jane. Thank you for sharing.
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Thanks so much, Simon. I’m pleased you enjoyed this tribute to Elijah.
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Superb captures and quotes, Jane. Such a happy one of you and your granddaughter. 🙂
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Thanks so much, Eliza. I was so inspired by Elijah’s poem. I’m glad you enjoyed this tribute to it…and my fun moment with Imogen. 🙂
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You make the most of your minutes.
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Thanks you, Bruce. That really means a lot to me. Much appreciated. 🙂
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hi jane, very interesting quotes that you used for your pictures, I really like your photos.
greetings robert
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Thanks very much, Robert. The loss of Elijah Cummings this week inspired this theme. We all can hope to use our minutes as well as this inspiring man. Your visit is much appreciated. 🙂
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Wonderful! Great theme. Love the shot of you and your granddaughter.
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Thanks so much, Jack. Elijah Cummings will be missed. Glad you enjoyed the tribute and my fun memory of blowing out the candles with my little helper.
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Such a moving post and I love his poem and quotes. RIP.
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Thank you, Cindy. A great loss of an inspiring leader. Glad you enjoyed this tribute.
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