Monthly Archives: May 2014

“Ghosts”

Posted on May 30, 2014 by drdancox

  My life is haunted. In dreams come arms that held me Eyes that searched my face Lips that spoke of love and life and longing. Around me swirl eddies of memory… Life lived as more than one Promises found … Continue reading →

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“I See You”

Posted on May 30, 2014 by drdancox

I think the first time was very brief. The fall killed me soon after. Rushing in at the huge, hairy beast, trying to goad him over the killing cliff, I dodged a flailing trunk and myself went over the edge … Continue reading →

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“By the Mark—Twain!”*

Posted on May 29, 2014 by drdancox

Although the final destination is well know, I had no charts to guide me as I pushed my little raft into the current of my life. I didn’t need the stars except as marvels to contemplate and stir imagination. Each … Continue reading →

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“The Death of Alone”

Posted on May 27, 2014 by drdancox

His hand shook as he put the cold key in the ignition. The engine thundered with startled horses. That deep echo rolled off the concrete canyons and harmonized with the ringing in his ears left by the explosion of the … Continue reading →

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“It’s a Man’s World”

Posted on May 19, 2014 by drdancox

In the last month I decided to purchase a vacation home in Summit County, Colorado. On-line I viewed properties and contacted a real estate agency. A woman (whose name I can’t remember) at Slifer, Smith and Frampton put me in … Continue reading →

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Today’s Observation

Posted on May 15, 2014 by drdancox

Nothing is more intoxicating or exhilarating than a child’s laughter.  DrDan 05/15/14

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Today’s Observation

Posted on May 14, 2014 by drdancox

It’s easier to be alone when you’re also anonymous.  The possibility of companionship, when it is denied, creates loneliness.  DrDan 05/13/14

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“Redundancy”

Posted on May 14, 2014 by drdancox

Every year (for the last 40+) at about this time I have had the same thoughts and emotions. It’s an occupational hazard for teachers of high school students, especially those who have been as fortunate as I have been. For … Continue reading →

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Today’s Observation

Posted on May 12, 2014 by drdancox

If you bury your head in the sand, undoubtedly someone is going to come along and kick you in the ass.  DrDan 05/12/2014

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“Quiet Thunder”

Posted on May 12, 2014 by drdancox

This seemed appropriate after last night’s stormy weather.  My wife always said she just liked “quiet thunder.”  Made me think in more ways than one of those of us who live in the Midwest. “Quiet Thunder” Comfortable and secure on … Continue reading →

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