Category Archives: life

“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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“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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“Home Again”

Posted on May 11, 2014 by drdancox

After so much loss in 2013, memories make the new year and the continued chronicles of my life a parade of daily reminiscences.  Sometimes I find myself laughing through my tears.  I have been fortunate in my misfortunes because the … Continue reading →

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“Father Figures”

Posted on May 1, 2014 by drdancox

I have never really seen myself in the role of Great Sage or Oracle. I know too well the mistakes I’ve made in my life—those moments when my head seems to be in a different country from the rest of … Continue reading →

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“Speed Bumps and Roundabouts”

Posted on April 30, 2014 by drdancox

On my way to the gym this morning over my usual route, I was taking my time and looking at the trees and flowers showing their spring attire. The speed bump in the main street was barely noticeable as I … Continue reading →

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“Leader of the Pack”

Posted on April 29, 2014 by drdancox

In the pack everyone and everything is valued—the young, the old—they all have roles to play. The Alphas lead until they are no longer able, but they aren’t driven out but cared for until they’re gone. Those who leave are … Continue reading →

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“Heroes”

Posted on April 28, 2014 by drdancox

I grew up with heroes. They were all around me. Oh, sure. I read about Superman, Batman, Thor, Green Arrow, Submariner, Aquaman, The Flash, Captain America, Wonder Woman, and all the rest of those guys, and got to watch some … Continue reading →

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“What Goes Around…”

Posted on April 25, 2014 by drdancox

A week ago I spent a fine spring morning skiing Breckenridge. It was sunny and warm, and I was already tired and a bit sore from hitting the slopes pretty hard the day before at Keystone. By noon on Friday … Continue reading →

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“Immortality”

Posted on April 24, 2014 by drdancox

I think it’s most likely that as long as humans have had conscious thought, the ability to wonder, we have questioned the possibility of an afterlife. Every religion and most philosophies with which I am acquainted speak of it. Paths … Continue reading →

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“Four Seasons”

Posted on April 23, 2014 by drdancox

I have always lived in the Midwest. Believe me, I don’t regret it…for many reasons…. One of the best is that I get to experience all four seasons as they are meant to be experienced. The heat and humidity of … Continue reading →

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