Category Archives: House and home

Century #9: Expectations

From the journal of Martin Way August 18, 1935 Until recently I expected more from people than they could give and still keep themselves whole. What happened with Estelle is a good example. I wanted her to be interested in … Continue reading

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Travels with Charlie

About 2 months ago my wife and daughter went to the regional rescue shelter and picked out a dog. They brought home what they thought was an eight month old chihuahua mix. It turned out to be a six month … Continue reading

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March 2011: Death, Disaster, and Dreams

March was a rain soaked month of disappointment. On top of that, the news was full of the violence of nature and people, while at my house, Mary’s dog Rascal died after a long decline so she was grieving. At … Continue reading

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Looking Back at The First Half of the First Month of An Already Long Year

This should be a good starter for writing at least 2 or 3 blogs a week or more. I have the time: all I need is the inspiration and motivation. January 1 Journal Entry: Pat called around 10:00 in the … Continue reading

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February Evening

At the end of the cold bright day midwinter sunlight slides in through my windows to play.  

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