Author Archives: drdancox

“Bounded in a Nutshell”

I had the pleasure of reading to and speaking with a high school creative writing class this week. I really do enjoy the interaction with these kids and helping them to understand and appreciate creativity and expression. I have been … Continue reading

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Today’s Observation

When you want to see tomorrow, look into the heart of a child.  DrDan 5/08/14

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Today’s Observation

A “good tired” is better than a good sleep.  I feel so much more accomplished, and then I anticipate a good night’s sleep!  DrDan 05/07/14

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Today’s Observation

There is something comfortingly primeval about wood smoke.  DrDan 0506/14

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Today’s Observation

Baseball and life: Don’t forget every now and then to take a “seventh inning stretch.”  Stand up, stretch, and sing!  DrDan 05/05/14

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“Summer Hiatus”

The last few months have been very productive for me as I’ve attempted to write something Monday through Friday to post to my blog and my Facebook “Author’s Page.”  It was a challenge at times to come up with something.  … Continue reading

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Today’s Observation

Those many times I start feeling sorry for myself (I have a right!), I change and start thinking of all the wonderful people in my life.  It’s easy to change one tear for another if you just give yourself the … Continue reading

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Today’s Observation

The “ever after” may come, but it takes work to get the “happily.”  DrDan 05/03/14

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Today’s Observation

If you’re going to text while driving, cover all your bases and just write “bye.”  DrDan 05/02/14

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“Morning Meeting”

Gregg Aldus was fuming. The sun was in his eyes as he crawled eastward with the morning rush hour traffic (talk about an oxymoron—there was plenty of rush, and more than an hour), and his sunglasses were on the hall … Continue reading

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