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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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Tagged history, learning, Life, nature, people, philosophy, purpose, social justice
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“Not Relevant Anymore”
I was born in December of 1950 and grew up in small towns in northwest Missouri. My family for generations were people who had been farmers, owners of small shops, and in service occupations. My grandparents made ends meet as … Continue reading
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Tagged growing up, Life, philosophy, social commentary, social justice
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“Happy New Year”
The uniformed officer had made his first round of the building. The back door was locked. The front entrance doors were closed, but he could still faintly hear the sacred music of the festivities within. Seemed funny to be having … Continue reading
“Unforgiven”
He was surprised to see me sitting in his recliner in the living room when he got home from work, especially since his wife, my daughter, wasn’t there. She is supposed to be here to greet him and have supper … Continue reading
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Tagged domestic violence, parents, revenge, short story, social commentary, social justice
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Roots & Wings—Pt 5: “Outcast”
At fifteen, Achos Tinker was still a juvenile, except when he’d picked up a gun and killed a man. His court appointed attorney, Audrey Aderes, was immediately sure the boy would be middle aged before his appeals ran out and … Continue reading
Roots & Wings—Pt 4: “Brothers and Sisters”
He is four years older than she and has always been her best friend, playmate, confidante, guide, and protector. They could only be closer if they were twins, but it doesn’t matter. Through sibling spats, adolescence, dating, and many short … Continue reading
Roots & Wings—Pt 1: “Aspen Grove”
The aspen sapling reached up from the mountainside, stretching its branches to the sun and rain. It grew and opened bright green leaves and replaced bark and lower, tender branches that fed the deer and elk and smaller creatures in … Continue reading
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Howling at the Moon 
“I Still Hear the Bells”
Sometimes when I wake up late at night, I can smell pine trees and fresh snowfall. I look out the window and the stars are like streetlights, lining the avenues of my imagination. In the chorus of the wind, I … Continue reading →