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About hdh
I have been telling stories for over 40 years and writing forever. I am a retired teacher and storyteller. I hope to expand upon my repertoire and use this blog as a place to do writing. The main purpose is to give me and others that choose to comment, a space in which to play with issues that deal with storytelling, storytelling ideas, storytelling in education, reactions to events, and just plain fun stories. I explore some of my own writing throughout, from character analysis, to fictional, to poetry, and personal stories. I go wherever my muse sends me. Enjoy!I wonder…
I wonder… When you’re sitting in a doctor’s waiting room or at an auto service provider waiting to be seen or for a service to be performed, sometimes your mind wanders, especially if you forgot to bring a book and … Continue reading →
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My First Day
My First Day or Substitute teaching is no fairytale It was my first day subbing in this district. Trust me, this is no ordinary district. At least the class I was assigned to wasn’t ordinary. I was to teach a literature … Continue reading →
The Hill
The Hill *** Speeding down the hill as the wind whipped by my face, I felt the exhilaration of excitement, knowing that I had taken the challenge. The snow still fell heavily as my fingers began to get colder, and … Continue reading →
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Friend or Foe?
Friend or Foe? It drips from faucets clear – drop by drop. Steady sounds of unbearable torture Drooping plants and flowers call to it – Give me strength A desert’s claim of power knows not of its being. Yet an … Continue reading →
Proceed with Caution
Proceed With Caution If I only had control of when and where a person could be born, I would be the happiest time-historian alive. I might not be the happiest, but it sure would be a lot of fun. Think … Continue reading →
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An Annual Journey – Start ‘er Up
An Annual Journey – Start ‘er Up The night before, the ball drops. Let’s start anew Start ‘er up. Long nights of cold, darkness fills the sky, resolutions made and broken. It’s a new year Start ‘er up. Cold winds … Continue reading →
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The Assignment
The Assignment I entered the house rather cautiously. My job as a reporter for the local newspaper meant that I was at the beck and call of my editor. If she said that there was a story to be had … Continue reading →
The Day Before Journal
The Day Before Journal December 24, 2023 It’s that time of year again. Our vacation has been over since October 31st. As soon as the red-suited old man sees those Christmas decorations going up, that’s it, no more goofing off. … Continue reading →
A Walk in the Woods
A Walk in the Woods I needed some air. I left my cabin and proceeded down the path in front of me. Yes, it was dark, but the moonlight shining down through the trees provided enough light for me to … Continue reading →
Who Lives Next Door?
Who lives next door? It’s interesting how your new neighbors treat you when you move into a new home and how the land around you develops from when you move in. At least it was for me. I purchased my … Continue reading →
