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Category Archives: Daily Life
Of Solitude and Other Fantasies
From what I can remember of my childhood, I always had that place. That place where everything could come to a stop, and I could be. Admittedly, that was not easy with an overly protective mother and pain-in-the-neck little brother. … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Writing
Tagged contemplation, Guadalupe river, meditation, peacefulness, solitude
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At The Moment
No, the title is not a quote from someone. It is my semi-sarcastic way of saying most of us have our favorite quote of the moment, of the month, of our lives, or that we can remember. The other side … Continue reading
Posted in communication, Daily Life, Humor, Verbal Communication, Writing
Tagged Bloganuary, journalism, quotations, writing
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An Uninvited Guest
In Going Home Again, I talk about my childhood and the nomadic lives my family led for many years. By the time I graduated from high school, we had lived in at least fourteen different houses. Each was memorable in its … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Humor, Journalism, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged Bloganuary, ghosts, going home again, haunted house, memories
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Ecclesiastes and The Byrds
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 and Pete Seger’s “Turn! Turn! Turn!” preach there is a time for everything. From a time to be born to a time to die, both the Holy Bible and the 1960s folk singer’s work make that point. And, … Continue reading
Red Flags and Paradoxes
My sense of irony was triggered when I read this daily challenge prompt: I am currently working on a blog discussing accountability as it should apply to people passionate enough about a cause to become an activist. Now, I am … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Humor, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged Bloganuary, blogging, risk-taking, spoilsport, warning signs
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Speaking of Apologies
Boy, this was a tough one. Assignments such as this are a real problem for over-analyzers like me. Thankfully, my subconscious works overtime while my conscious self tilts at windmills. So, the day’s topic is life lessons that would benefit … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Humor, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged apology process, Bloganuary, blogging, making amends
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Boldly Speaking
Ah, the question of living boldly is on the table today. And, as one might expect if they have a cynical mind such as mine, one of the first comments posted was by someone who confused risk-taking with boldness. Others … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Politics, social media, Uncategorized
Tagged Bloganuary, blogging, Civility, Politics, risk-taking, sky-diving
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Gratefully Speaking
Here we go again, “What are five things you’re grateful for today?” The five things that come to mind are family, community, experiences, expectations, and well-being. I am blessed with the most wonderful family one can imagine. No, they are … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Daily Life, family, Family Vaules, Uncategorized, Veterans
Tagged aging, Bloganuary, gratitude, memories, society, success, travel
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Assuming I Care
Today’s writing prompt is, “What do people incorrectly assume about you?” The title of this piece clearly states my first reaction to the question. And, while the title is a bit tongue in cheek, there is some truth in it. … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Family Vaules, Humor, Journalism, Manners, Police, Writing
Tagged Bloganuary, discernment, humor, memories, society
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A Little Ambiguity?
The prompt for today’s blogger’s challenge is, “What do you like most about your writing?” Those friends and colleagues who know me well will not be surprised to read, the reaction in my head was something akin to, “whaaaaaat?’ Do … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Entertainment, Humor, Journalism, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged aging, Bloganuary, blogging, cognition, society, writing
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