"You should know how to get the best out of leisure; it's a stimulating atmosphere for invention."
– Alexander Calder
(Ok, so he's an artist, not a writer, but it's still a great quote).
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Doesn't that photo just capture the quote so well?
Posted by: Diana Jenkins | September 03, 2009 at 04:18 PM
Yes, I love this photo. Alexander Calder lived life to the fullest.
Posted by: patricia | September 03, 2009 at 10:54 PM
Love it! He definitely knew how to play...Saw some wonderful Calders on my recent trip to Seattle.
Posted by: Quotesqueen | December 24, 2009 at 08:51 AM