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My view from the harbor
I believe the majority of our opinions and insights are gained in our childhood. Children tend to emulate the adults that surround them. They identify with their siblings first, then the neighborhood and eventually the community. Those three are the… Continue reading
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Reserved reactions
Tonight I get to enjoy another proud Grandpa moment. My Granddaughter Morgan is being inducted into the National Junior Honor Society. Naturally Grandma and I will be in attendance, camera at the ready. We have been witness to many a band… Continue reading
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A quiet acceptance
In doing my genealogy research the very best information comes to me firsthand. If I get the chance to talk to the ” old-timer’s ” that were actually present for an event, that information is gold. Unfortunately, and I think… Continue reading
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being popular
I like to talk about things that other people don’t know. I have always been that way and so you could say it is just a part of my personality. I think it is a great conversation starter. Ah, but… Continue reading
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Resurrrection
I work on my Ancestry family tree from time to time. I have filled in many of the blanks as far as ancestors go. The numbers are staggering. Those little ” leafs ” you see advertised in their television ads… Continue reading
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Attachments
What are attachments ? They are something that is added on to improve the quality or functionality of something. Wouldn’t you say that is a fair definition ? I am not thinking about attachments for your vacuum cleaner or Kitchen… Continue reading
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entitlement
Since I retired I can’t decide whether I am waiting in anticipation or just living in resignation. Seems like something should happen, although I don’t know what. That is the anticipation, the resignation is, probably nothing will. The only thing left… Continue reading
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In a moment
My granddaughter has gained acceptance into the National Junior Honor Society. I couldn’t be prouder. The wife and I agreed to buy her a new dress for her acceptance ceremony. As it turned out I wound up taking her to Kohls… Continue reading
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speaking of loss
As I sit and ponder the significance of this day I am struck with a sense of loss. I have never had to endure the loss of a loved one in war. Oh, I have had many ancestors that served… Continue reading
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making changes
I recently bought a new pair of glasses and changed the style of the frames. As a rule I generally wear the same style for a long time. I had aviator frames for many years and then switched to a more… Continue reading