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Monthly Archives: May 2012
A mother’s day tale.
I am cutting and pasting my column from last week for anyone who missed it in the newspaper. This was the original version which was about 400 words too many so what you’re seeeing here is not the same as … Continue reading
Posted in curmudgeon, interesting observations
Tagged curmudgeon, History, old folks, romance, senior citizens
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Priceless.
A few weeks ago, I wrote a column on drinking buttermilk and found out in the process that I kind of like the stuff, primarily because it soothes my innards when I get into the spicy foods. It also helps … Continue reading
Promontory Point anniversary.
I probably would not have paid any attention to this anniversary had I not just completed a long train trip. But since I did notice it, I decided to waste a little time and do some research on the story. … Continue reading
Posted in Travel, travels with susie, Uncategorized
Tagged History, museums, my books, nostalgia, train travel, travel
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Oh, great. Something else to look forward to.
I’m listening this morning too the Diane Rheems show while having my breakfast of ham, eggs and grits with a pat of butter. I’m also using a slice of whole grain toast that has been lathered over with my nieces … Continue reading
train trip 2 – eastbound and down.
For those of you who have not ridden a train and would like to get an idea of what the experience is like, I’m going to share my ride from Indianapolis to Seattle and back, posting a few pictures along … Continue reading
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Tagged curmudgeon, Nature, small towns, train travel, travel
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I wonder………
Yesterday afternoon, I was sitting in the truck waiting on a light to change when what I thought was a stray eyelash drifted over my left eye. I brushed at the thing, thinking it would go away. It didn’t. A … Continue reading
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