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“Jokers”
After I died it was easier to focus and pretend I was sober But I was having trouble Remembering to breathe Then you passed your magic Over me Aces and Eights made me gasp I survived Loss Gained my new … Continue reading
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“Friends Old and Young”
My former students will probably be surprised to hear that I consider myself to be an introvert. They really only saw me “on stage” in the classroom, essentially playing the role of my profession. Even in my social life I feel as … Continue reading
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Tagged Aging, Connections, Life, life relationships, memories, philosophy
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“Connections”
“Connections” A noiseless, patient spider, I mark’d, where, on a little promontory; it stood, isolated; Mark’d how, to explore the vacant, vast surrounding, It launch’d forth filament, filament, filament, out of itself; Ever unreeling them– ever tirelessly speeding them. And … Continue reading
“Resolution”
It’s that time of year again. One ending; another beginning. Perfect time to reflect on what happened—or didn’t—in the year passing and prepare for new opportunities in the year to come. I’ve already decided that I want to publish some of what I’ve … Continue reading
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“Compose Yourself”
My life’s calendar has been that of schools since I was five years old. Even in retirement it hasn’t changed much. As a former teacher, this is still an important time of the year for me. I have former students graduating—from … Continue reading
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Tagged experience, growing up, learning, Life, people, philosophy, purpose, teaching, writing
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“My Shadow”
I was very young when I first saw my shadow, a new plaything, a new friend like in Peter Pan, but it would be several more years before I knew Peter and his fantasy. I knew Peter’s shadow was there … Continue reading
I Am Here to Pump You Up!
Since I left high school (50 years ago!) I have been up and down with my physical exercising. I’ve had periods where I’ve been waaaay too sedate and gluttonous and ballooned drastically. I’ve been a tri-athlete, running ten miles a … Continue reading
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A Novel Approach
I have wanted to be a writer for as long as I can remember (OK, the older I get, the shorter THAT time seems to be!). When I was in high school, I even earned an award for Creative Writing … Continue reading
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“PB&J”
We have thoroughly enjoyed watching the Olympic games this year. I have always marveled at any athletic competition and how people push themselves to test their limits and discover what the human body is capable of doing. I’ve done some … Continue reading
Howling at the Moon 
“Citius, Altius, Fortius—Communiter”
I’ve always been a fan of the Olympics. Watching the world’s best athletes push the limits of human achievement in sports is thrilling. Throughout my own life I have tested myself physically. As a teen I participated in the local swim team and … Continue reading →