Category Archives: Personal Stories

These stories are true stories written about actual events that have occurred relating to me.

The Remains of a Landmark

Posted on May 23, 2024 by hdh

The remains of a Landmark – MSG When I was 10 years old, my sister’s boyfriend, Hank, (later to become my brother-in-law) introduced me to the world of ice hockey. I started to watch a number of games on TV … Continue reading →

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A to Z Challenge 2024 Reflection

Posted on May 5, 2024 by hdh

A to Z Challenge 2024 Reflections Truth or Consequences   This was my ninth year doing the A to Z Challenge. I combined many of the things I had done in previous years. The theme I chose was “Truth or … Continue reading →

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Y – whY?

Posted on April 29, 2024 by hdh

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

Posted on April 25, 2024 by hdh

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

Posted on April 23, 2024 by hdh

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 →

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C – Creative Thoughts

Posted on April 3, 2024 by hdh

  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

Posted on March 10, 2024 by hdh

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

Posted on March 6, 2024 by hdh

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 →

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I wonder…

Posted on February 2, 2024 by hdh

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

Posted on January 18, 2024 by hdh

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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