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Tag Archives: nostalgia
My New Bike…The Whole World in Front of Me!
By Celeste Gantz Today I rode my new bicycle. It’s a cruiser that was used as a rental from our local bike shop, but it’s in top notch shape. I bought a new helmet and lock. It has regular pedals, … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Humor, Nostalgia, Slice of life, travel
Tagged adventures, bicycle fun, Celeste Gantz, family, new bike, nostalgia
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Hearts Aren’t Crystal: A Reminder
By Catherine Hedge One of my children has had a rough day. Though I wish I could wipe it all away, the best I can do is tell her to put one foot in front of the other. She’ll make … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged divorce, healing, heartbreak, life-long learning, love, nostalgia, resilience, surviving heartbreak
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Time Triptych
Here are some poignant pieces by our fellow poet, Steve Pfister. We hope you enjoy these views of time, our mortal yet fickle companion. Midnight Butterfly Wings pressed against blue moon- Your shadow soars on shifting winds- Your image floats … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, inspiration, Nostalgia, Poetry, Slice of life, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged nostalgia, poetry, Steve Pfister, time passing, writing inspiration
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Skating on Your Ankles (repost)
By Joseph Hedge (Editor’s Forward…2014) We are currently in a deep freeze in Kansas. Snow is up to our knees and icicles dangle like shark’s teeth ready to take a bite! (so pretty when small…so scary when they hang over … Continue reading
Posted in Family, History, Humor, Nostalgia, Slice of life
Tagged 1930's, Anaconda Montana, childhood, childhood games, humor, ice skating, Joseph F. Hedge, nostalgia, winter, winter sports
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Teaching? How Could You Stand It?
By Catherine Hedge Last night, my fellow and I went swimming at a nearby hotel. At the desk, the manager whispered, “You might not want to come in today. We have a whole bunch of middle school and high school … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Nostalgia, Slice of life, Teaching
Tagged child-raising, childhood, Fort Riley Middle School, impact of teachers, Janet Corrigan, Junction City, Leland Sharpe, mentor teachers, Nicole Sanchez, nostalgia, surviving teaching, teaching, teaching profession, why we teach, Wilbur Morris, young teachers
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On A Midnight Clear
By John Borel The White Christmas Rabbit On a beautiful cold wintery morning We awaken to a white world of snow. Nature has brought another miracle. Science tells us the how and why But our minds still say it’s a … Continue reading
Thanks, Marie, and Happy Halloween!
Thanks, Marie, and Happy Halloween!.
Posted in inspiration, parenting, Slice of life
Tagged a father's love, growing up, Halloween, Halloween costumes, nostalgia, WWII sailor uniform
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We Grow Through Time
Originally posted on Leonard Bishop:
by Leonard Bishop Leonard Bishop I enjoy remembering, but I do not believe in photograph albums. They are bulky, and troublesome to maintain. There are always stacks of pictures in the drawer, waiting to be…
Words of Wonder
One of the greatest pleasures in life is watching someone begin to read and enjoy words. It happens so fast, like magic. Back in November, my grandson was accomplished with his name, a few phrases, and lots of words on … Continue reading
Christmas Cookies
Back in 1971, I was a broke college student. We were having a BIG Christmas with my family of seven plus our boyfriends, grandmothers, and a whole bunch of favorite cousins coming from Canada. I was frantic, knowing that there … Continue reading