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Time
We can not see time, only observe it’s passing. What was here is gone, a part of the past. Time passes slowly and quickly . When we are young, time travels slowly. As we age the time speeds up. Time… Continue reading
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Making Memories
I’ll be leaving for a short vacation this morning. We are going with my son and his family to Myrtle Beach,South Carolina. Off for a few days of fun in the sun. I’m always amazed at the amount of work… Continue reading
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Aunt Frances
Today my thoughts wandered to an old neighbor and friend. Francis Rollings. Aunt Frances we called her, although she was was no relation at all. She was just a kindly lady that lived just up the road from us. I can just… Continue reading
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Opportunity Knocking
Not being much of a financial person I am confused by some things. I was listening to the news about the sale of Facebook stock. Apparently you can buy a share of stock for $38.00. There is much excitement about it. They… Continue reading
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In Touch
Who is in touch with whom ? I have been listening with interest to the political campaigns. Each candidate accusing the other of being out of touch. Mitt and Barack. I did like it better when the names of the candidates where more like… Continue reading
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Future Hope
A while back I joined the Caroline County Historical Society. The Greensboro chapter. I live just across the street from the museum and the Log Cabin that we own. We have another building in the process of restoration as well… Continue reading
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Who are You ?
My wife’s sister is going to be a Grandmother for the first time. She is trying to decide what she would like to be called. Grandma,Nana or Mom Mom. I remember that decision when I made it. I decided upon Grandpa. My own… Continue reading
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Getting Prepared
I have sometimes wondered why I got this sudden interest in history. When I was younger and still living at home history surrounded me but I ignored it. Those old folks always talking about things from years ago. You cares about all… Continue reading
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Eating Out
A fellow blogger wrote about eating out with her grandson for lunch. She says the waitress asked if they wanted to eat outdoors. Immediately I could hear what my father would have had to say about that. If I wanted… Continue reading
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Building Character
We have all heard that children can be the cruelest creatures. They can say and do things to each other that are thoughtless and just plain mean. This year, in baseball, I am watching this being borne out. I’m helpless against it. All… Continue reading