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Changing weather
The temperatures have taken a dive, as they are oft to do in January. It is the main topic of conversation. I chuckle at those that feign surprise, happens every year, and look in wonder at those still wearing shorts. There… Continue reading
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Being Cordial
Meeting and dealing with the public every day can be exhausting. Some are demanding, some are rude and some are just annoying. I do enjoy meeting new people and exchanging pleasantries. A cheerful Good Morning or a casual remark of two.… Continue reading
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Age
My sister in law is celebrating a birthday today. Celebrating is not the correct term however, more like observing or commemorating. She is a bit older than I. I will not tell her age for fear of my life ! Let us just say… Continue reading
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Old Homes
Yesterday after writing about the drawing of my Grandmothers home I began to think about old homes. Remembering my Grandmothers place and my Great Grandfathers. I was quite familiar with both of these homes. Things were different back then though. There were rooms we… Continue reading
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Drawing on a memory
I have a small drawing made by my Aunt Anna. My aunt left this earth on Jan 2, 2001 at the age of 82. A good long life. This Aunt was quite talented in crafts and art. She enjoyed doing… Continue reading
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Man Te'o
For the past couple of days I have been hearing about this football player Man Te’o. Seems he had a make believe girlfriend, who make believed died. He now says he was duped and the victim of a cruel hoax.… Continue reading
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A walk in my shoes
Style and fashion have never been my strong suite. I seldom pay attention to what is in or out. Mostly I notice those things I think outlandish and laugh about them. For the most part, my style, has remained the same. When… Continue reading
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Doing It
I get really annoyed with discussion, instead of doing. Sure it is a good idea to talk about what you want to do, but you do have to actually do it. Flapping your jaws and hemming and hawing for an… Continue reading
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Money and Morality
Charity begins at home. My mother often used that axiom. Mothers are wise creatures. In their simplicity of love, and love is charity, they set the example. These thoughts came to mind as I read about the fiscal cliff, and… Continue reading
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Annoyed
I may have to move from my current home. I rent an apartment and it has been discovered to contain lead paint. The state of Maryland has enacted legislation that apartments/homes containing this lead paint can no longer be rented without renovation.… Continue reading