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Lately, Writing, Editing, Blogging & Tending to Wine…and Wine Not! 6/19/25
Recently, I’ve been working on a manuscript that I started eight years ago, and I’m excited to finally get it published. This piece is a family legacy project that weaves in our entire clan, and I believe it will resonate with fans of Hallmark movies. However, I’ve encountered a few challenges along the way. Since… Continue reading
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My Old Staple Peanut Butter & Jelly or Jam 6/19/25
The art of making the perfect peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a timeless staple, both then and now. I prefer creamy peanut butter from brands like Peter Pan, Jif, or Skippy, as I’m not a fan of chunky varieties. While store-brand jelly or jam works in a pinch, my favorites are Welch’s, Smucker’s, or… Continue reading
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George Washington Our Revolutionary 1st President 6/18/25
A brief overview of our first President: He began his career as a surveyor in colonial Virginia, where he developed his skills in navigating the wilderness. Washington then served in the provincial militia during the French and Indian War, also known as the Seven Years’ War. As a Virginia landowner, he became increasingly critical of… Continue reading
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From the Pages of Leave It to Beaver 6/17/25
My first crush, where I started to connect with my masculinity, was in second grade, and it was on my teacher, Miss Dunn. I should also mention my third-grade teacher, Miss Fidaley. Attending a Catholic grade school, especially with its emphasis on religious education from the Baltimore Catechism, made me feel like I was destined… Continue reading
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Ireland, Europe in General, Australia, New Zealand, Israel, Greece, Slovenia, Spain, Sicily and Italy Again!
We are not world travelers by any means, but we have been to Canada twice, Alaska, with a cruise down the Inside Passage to Vancouver, and Italy, which to date has been our favorite. My wife and I have seen a significant portion of the USA, but we have yet to visit the Grand Canyon.… Continue reading
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Here’s Looking Back at You, Kid! Happy Father’s Day 6/15/25
This question is tricky for me to define objectively and humbly from my perspective. Growing up in a Catholic home and attending a Catholic school, we were always taught not to boast or brag about ourselves. I will share some of my thoughts with my social circles, including my siblings and friends. Family members often… Continue reading
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I’m a Retiree for 11 Years, and I Highly Recommend It! Happy Father’s Day Weekend! 6/14/25
I worked for the same company for 42 years and retired early at the age of 58 after being approved for disability following several surgeries. I didn’t want anyone’s sympathy then, nor do I now; it’s simply a fact of my life. From the time I was young enough to push a lawn mower—when electric… Continue reading
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Theodore B. Starr Grandfather Clock 6/13/25
We inherited this grandfather clock from my wife’s aunt’s boss, who was a clock collector and had a passion for repairing clocks. The clock features a moon-faced dial surrounded by a beautiful brass and filigree plate. At the top of the plate is a dial that tracks the seconds, and at the bottom is a… Continue reading
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Childhood Memory 6/12/25
Childhood – I remember it like it was yesterday. We had already gone up for the night and were asleep a few days before Christmas. The year was 1959, I was three years old, my brother Larry had just turned 5, and my kid sister Nancy was 2 years old. My father had a debilitating… Continue reading
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I Was Blessed to Wake… 6/11/25
Usually, I wake with a thoughtful, silent prayer of thanks to God for allowing me to look upon this day He has created. As I type today’s prompt just after briefly watching the News globally and locally, especially the chaos happening in our cities, it gives a moment of repose on the “why”? I choose… Continue reading
