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Fences

Growing up in small town America in the late 1940s afforded opportunities to live and roam without barriers. Thus, we were able to wander about exploring back alleys, and neighbors’ detached garages, play ball in vacant lots, and climb cherry trees for an afternoon treat. We always had a dog, at least one, and honestly… Continue reading Fences

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After Effects

The after effects of Covid seem to be lingering, or at least I’m blaming my strange behavior on my 13 days of positive testing. I’m certainly aware my memory is not what it was 40 years ago, but I think it may have taken a definite dive in the past month. It’s not just losing… Continue reading After Effects

Epiphanies

Epiphanies

Epiphanies.  We may all have one or more during our lifetime, and often they move us to alter our lives, view old beliefs in a new way, and/or create new perspectives on our pasts. I recall an epiphany I had when in 1964 as a young reporter I travelled to Atlantic City, New Jersey for… Continue reading Epiphanies

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Families

Families are complicated entities. They are filled with drama, compromise, joy, frustration, love, hate, disagreement, bonding, not bonding, forging together and breaking apart.  For years I thought my parents and grandparents were the centers of the family circle. Then the sibling rivalry began, and I became aware of those other beings in the house that… Continue reading Families

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Christmas Plans Foiled

Christmas 2022 is past. 2023 has begun. And the ‘best laid plans…’ did not include Covid-19. But, I’m learning to be is flexible, even when counting on having friends and neighbors around to share in the season festivities. You may recall my plan had been to cook a lovely Christmas meal and share it with… Continue reading Christmas Plans Foiled