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These stories are true stories written about actual events that have occurred relating to me.
Y – whY?
Y – WhY? Why is it that truth explains all And what we need to hear? If truth is in the eye of the beholder What if the teller’s belief is wrong? Why is it that young children … Continue reading →
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V – Veracity – My thoughts
V – Veracity – My thoughts I’m a storyteller and a writer. I know that I should be truthful in all my sharings regarding details of events in my life and “non-fiction” stories that I create. The word ‘create’ means … Continue reading →
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T – Truth and Consequences or A Dreamer’s Hope
T – Truth and Consequences or A Dreamer’s Hope Dreams are a reality of life, for we all dream. What we dream and who we dream about vary between individuals. Being a storyteller and a writer, my imagination helps me … Continue reading →
C – Creative Thoughts
C – Creative Thoughts When I started teaching in 1973, I was part of a unique group of teachers in a newly formed school district. I taught 6th grade. What made us unique was everything was new in the … Continue reading →
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A to Z Challenge 2024 Theme Reveal
A to Z Blog Challenge 2024 Theme Reveal This is my ninth year doing the Challenge. Last year, I tried something totally new. I created a single story that spanned all of the letters of the alphabet: “Save me … Continue reading →
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A Place…Not Unknown
A Place…Not Unknown It did not take long; my eyes were closed The world around me vanished I know this place; I was younger then. I need to be there before it’s too late The path was simple; except … Continue reading →
I wonder…
I wonder… When you’re sitting in a doctor’s waiting room or at an auto service provider waiting to be seen or for a service to be performed, sometimes your mind wanders, especially if you forgot to bring a book and … Continue reading →
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The Hill
The Hill *** Speeding down the hill as the wind whipped by my face, I felt the exhilaration of excitement, knowing that I had taken the challenge. The snow still fell heavily as my fingers began to get colder, and … Continue reading →
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An Annual Journey – Start ‘er Up
An Annual Journey – Start ‘er Up The night before, the ball drops. Let’s start anew Start ‘er up. Long nights of cold, darkness fills the sky, resolutions made and broken. It’s a new year Start ‘er up. Cold winds … Continue reading →
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Who Lives Next Door?
Who lives next door? It’s interesting how your new neighbors treat you when you move into a new home and how the land around you develops from when you move in. At least it was for me. I purchased my … Continue reading →
