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Guest are coming!
Guests are Coming! As Thanksgiving rears its food feast gathering head, one must prepare for all the guests arriving. That means cleaning tasks that usually happen throughout a week’s agenda become priorities for the few days or a day before … Continue reading →
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Gratitude
Gratitude “Thanks,” he said to me. “Okay,” I replied, not knowing what he thanked me for. “You’re welcome.” I continued walking. I didn’t have to go much further when I passed someone else. She called out to me, “Hey, Thanks, … Continue reading →
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The Hunt
The Hunt It was an impossible task, and time was running out. I had less than 3 hours left. But where to find it? If my sisters ever found out that their pet parakeet was missing and something happened to … Continue reading →
The Color of Travel
The Color of Travel The magic of the road is that there is so much to see. When taking long trips, especially at this time of year, the trees and the colors are quite beautiful. I prefer to be in … Continue reading →
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A Timely Event
A Timely Event As a time historian, it is essential to verify historical events and facts presented to others in books, on newscasts, and through other sources of information distribution, such as social media. Therefore, since November, I decided to … Continue reading →
Running on Empty
Running on Empty I started teaching in 1973. I was a permanent substitute teacher in a 6th grade class in the Three Village School district. The five months I taught there allowed me to see what it was like working … Continue reading →
It Can Be Done
It Can Be Done He opened his hands slowly. Knowing that the power within takes time to appear. His mind cleared as he focused on the task at hand. The world was in a jumble. There was no sense of … Continue reading →
A Tale of Fashion
A Tale of Fashion “Did you hear about the latest fashion?” she said. “Let me guess,” he said, “Could it be a tuxedo?” “Wow,” she said, “how intuitive you are. Of course, it’s not a tuxedo. Everyone wears those.” “It’s … Continue reading →
What the…?
What the…? I awoke to the sound of screeching tires outside my bedroom window, which was odd. Following the tire sound, flashing lights poured through my window, like those of an emergency rescue vehicle. That was also odd. You see, … Continue reading →
The Box
The Box It was an ornate box, just sitting there. Charles knew that it must have belonged to someone. But there was no one around. Who leaves an ornate box in the middle of a forest, sitting on a well-traveled … Continue reading →
