Desiderata means, “Things Desired.” It was written by Max Ehrmann in 1927. Authorship has been pirated by many. Folklore says it was written by a Monk in 1692. Fact is, Ehrmann wrote it. For these reasons, I’m dressed like a pirate for this because it is an ironic shame considering the hopeful context of his words. ✨ So, I honor author, Max Ehrmann. I hope he & you enjoy my reading of Desiderata. ✨ Go placidly amid the noise and haste, remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possi