Category Archives: Personal Stories

These stories are true stories written about actual events that have occurred relating to me.

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

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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

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Guest are coming!

Guests are Coming! As Thanksgiving rears its food feast gathering head, one must prepare for all the guests arriving. That means cleaning tasks that usually happen throughout a week’s agenda become priorities for the few days or a day before … Continue reading

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Gratitude

Gratitude “Thanks,” he said to me. “Okay,” I replied, not knowing what he thanked me for. “You’re welcome.” I continued walking. I didn’t have to go much further when I passed someone else. She called out to me, “Hey, Thanks, … Continue reading

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The Color of Travel

The Color of Travel The magic of the road is that there is so much to see. When taking long trips, especially at this time of year, the trees and the colors are quite beautiful. I prefer to be in … Continue reading

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Running on Empty

Running on Empty I started teaching in 1973. I was a permanent substitute teacher in a 6th grade class in the Three Village School district. The five months I taught there allowed me to see what it was like working … Continue reading

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Healing Sounds

Healing Sounds A chord is played as the music begins. My eyes begin to close. A tune arises in my head, and my body sets itself into a relaxing, mindfulness mode. I begin to heal. The music calls to me. … Continue reading

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