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These stories are true stories written about actual events that have occurred relating to me.
V – Veracity – My thoughts
V – Veracity – My thoughts I’m a storyteller and a writer. I know that I should be truthful in all my sharings regarding details of events in my life and “non-fiction” stories that I create. The word ‘create’ means … Continue reading →
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T – Truth and Consequences or A Dreamer’s Hope
T – Truth and Consequences or A Dreamer’s Hope Dreams are a reality of life, for we all dream. What we dream and who we dream about vary between individuals. Being a storyteller and a writer, my imagination helps me … Continue reading →
C – Creative Thoughts
C – Creative Thoughts When I started teaching in 1973, I was part of a unique group of teachers in a newly formed school district. I taught 6th grade. What made us unique was everything was new in the … Continue reading →
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A to Z Challenge 2024 Theme Reveal
A to Z Blog Challenge 2024 Theme Reveal This is my ninth year doing the Challenge. Last year, I tried something totally new. I created a single story that spanned all of the letters of the alphabet: “Save me … Continue reading →
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A Place…Not Unknown
A Place…Not Unknown It did not take long; my eyes were closed The world around me vanished I know this place; I was younger then. I need to be there before it’s too late The path was simple; except … Continue reading →
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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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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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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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 →
The Break In
The Break In Here, I sit in solitary confinement. It was an easy caper. It should have been simple. There was no need to break in; the doors and rooms were always open. Yeah, the box was locked, but I’d … Continue reading →
