The smell of childhood

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We are moving things around again. Rearranging stuff so I can put my sewing machines on the second floor and out of the basement. A chest didn’t fit the new configuration. It had to go. It was my mother’s chest. … Continue reading

This one is for my Dad and my family

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Today is my Dad’s birthday. If he were alive he would be over 100 years old. He’s been gone a long time but my memories of him live on as vividly as if he were still here. He was generally a homebody … Continue reading

Aging slowly through experiences

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Tonight we are celebrating the 70th birthday of an old friend. We haven’t seen him in a while and are looking forward to it. I remember when 70 was really old. I mean like one foot in the grave old. … Continue reading

Cicadas — Sweet memories of youth

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Sounds can trigger old feelings and emotions just like songs do. If I hear an old Beatles tune, it takes me right back to my high school days. I actually feel like I did then. It’s the aura of youth … Continue reading