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Paths not taken
The path not taken. Don’t we all think think about that ? The what if’s in life. Most were our own choices. Decisions we made. But what of those we were directed away from ? Those paths we were not… Continue reading
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More than blood
Children and Grand children. I have been fortunate to have both. I was reminded of this by a fellow blogger and friend. As I looked at the photo of her holding her newest grandchild and seeing the joy in her eyes,… Continue reading
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Happiness and Contentment
Contentment and happiness. One and the same. If I’m contented with my situation in life, I am also happy. There are those that will try to destroy that happiness, whether by design or unwittingly, by insisting I should want more. Either I… Continue reading
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Traditional Cooking
I saw a request for a ” traditional ” recipe the other day. An old fashioned recipe for a particular place. I immediately responded with my recipe. Then I read a few others. All came from those native to this particular area the recipe… Continue reading
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Interrupted
I awoke the other day to issues with the internet. Nothing wrong on my end, but due to planned maintenance on their end, they were, unable to restore your service at this time. Please call 1-800-Comcast for assistance ! Arrg ! Not the dreaded… Continue reading
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Grandparents Day
Yesterday was Grandparents day. I got to wondering just when this holiday began. Googled it. The short answer was 1978. Jimmy Carter signed it into law. The first Sunday following labor day is to be Grandparents Day. Who knew ? I thought… Continue reading
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In the Air
Today was the first day I noticed how brown the corn has become. I’ve seen the fall grass coming in for a few weeks now. And the trees are getting a hint of color. All the signs of fall are… Continue reading
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Layaway
We have all heard of the empty nest syndrome. I can’t honestly say I’ve ever experienced that. Oh, I had children alright, but I was gone from home most of their juvenile lives. When they left to embark on their own… Continue reading
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Unchanged
I went to back to school night with my grand daughter. The annual meet the teacher and look at my desk routine. She is already in fourth grade, so it won’t be much longer before this ritual will be part of the… Continue reading
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I didn't know
Football season has begun. OK, not real excited about it, but I can watch it. I prefer baseball and even with that I am what you would call a casual fan. Just not terribly into sports I guess. At any… Continue reading