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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
“Take My Advice”
I’ve had a “forced” hiatus from my writing the last week or so. Chronic sinusitis now and then sidelines me to the point that I can’t think past changing the channel. After a couple of doses of my favorite antibiotic, … Continue reading
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“24/7/365”
It has taken me a very long time to learn what I believe is the best technique for writing. I really wasn’t looking for it, but I’ve been terribly sporadic in my “writing career”–years without doing any creative work at … 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
“The State of Our Union”
Here is my perspective today… Almost three years ago we decided to ally our separate states and form a more perfect union. We took up arms against our discord, grief, anguish, and sorrow and vowed to one another to govern … Continue reading
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“Once There Was a Zoo—A Fable”
Once there was a zoo. People like zoos. They like to watch the animals and reptiles and fish and birds and get to know about the animals that inhabit our world. This particular zoo, however, was special. It had only … Continue reading
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“March On!”
Today was the “Second Annual” Women’s March. I’ve seen photos of HUUUGGE crowds all across the country. Some news outlets are describing these as protests of President Trump and the current administration and their policies. I am quite aware that … Continue reading
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Tagged experience, Family, future, history, Life, past, people, philosophy, present, purpose, relationships, social justice
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Beside a Mountain Stream
I always seem to be more myself in the mountains. It doesn’t matter what the season might be. The deep snows of winter afford me my favorite pastime and I look for every chance I get to ski. Spring is … Continue reading
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