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These stories are true stories written about actual events that have occurred relating to me.
Timing is Everything
Timing is Everything I’m considered somewhat of a mild-mannered person. I rarely if ever yell. In fact, that has caused some difficulty with people that are angry at me. They start yelling their opinions and vent all of the hostility … Continue reading →
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This is what it costs
This is what it costs “This is what it costs!” was the expected answer whenever I wanted something. “Mom, can I get this comic book?” I’d ask. “This is what it costs?” she’d ask with a questioning glance as she … Continue reading →
Always Afraid
Always Afraid Being a pessimist and a worrywart has its upsides and downsides. If you always think that the worst will happen, you can never be disappointed. When the worst does happen you react with, “I knew that would happen.” … Continue reading →
The Sound of Silence
The Sound of Silence When I get stressed and need to step back from the world, I find a comfortable place to sit and just listen. I wait for the soft sounds of the wind blowing in the trees; the … Continue reading →
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A Taste of Chocolate
A Taste of Chocolate My mother worked at Fanny Farmer’s chocolate factory when I was young. The factory itself was within walking distance of our house. My favorite activity when I was old enough (around 9 or 10) was to … Continue reading →
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Shenanigans
Shenanigans When I got out of college I was all set to become a teacher. I had learned all the skills that I needed and was ready to take on the world. Unfortunately, the world was not quite ready to … Continue reading →
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My World…the Bronx
My World…the Bronx I grew up in the Bronx. I have no idea why it is the only borough in New York City that needs a “the” in front of it. It’s like “The Home Depot”. When you looked it … Continue reading →
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Lost but not Found…well almost.
Lost but not Found…well almost I knew I had it. I had just purchased it last week. Why couldn’t I find it? Sounds familiar, it should. It has become a frequent occurrence lately. For years I used to blame any … Continue reading →
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Grandparents…an imagined adventure
Grandparents…an imagined adventure I’d like to think of my grandparents as loving but strict enforcers of rules and regulations. Then again, I never knew my grandparents. They all passed away well before I was born. So the only way I … Continue reading →
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A to Z Blog Challenge 2021 – A Reflection
A to Z 2021 – A Reflection Another year has come to an end. This is my 6th year doing the A to Z Challenge and it never gets dull. This year was somewhat different in that I didn’t … Continue reading →
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