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Girl In The Box
I’ve been counting my blessings quite a bit, to lessen feelings of upset at having my life so drastically slashed. Shelter in place as it’s in its second week, reminds me how lucky I am to have my personal, shelter … Continue reading
To Vote for Whom…That is the Question
The 2020 Presidential Potato Sack Race, my new name for it since, it does have a country fair feel to it, (don’t you think?) has brought my cynicism to new heights. Think Gulliver in a stretch class. I’ll start … Continue reading
A New Year’s Promise
I find when I call changes I’d like to make in the coming year, resolutions, they never pan out. But a promise, after all, is a promise, even if it’s only to yourself. I’ve decided, I’m going to be happier. … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, Books, Culture, History, humanity, humor, inspiration, Politics, war, words, writing
Tagged 2020, Abraham Lincoln, American History, empathy for all, Meditation, New Year's resolutions, The Brady Bunch
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Impeaches and Cream
The only thing President Donald J. Trump’s impeachment did for me, was ignite my history, since he now shares the Big Kahuna of congressional admonishments with two other men: Andrew Johnson, our 17th President by default, and William Jefferson Clinton, … Continue reading
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, and Ike.
It’s still dark entering the Park, when I see an array of lights darting against the predawn sky. As I get closer, I see it’s a Pitbull with a collar made up of Christmas lights. Ike is his name belonging … Continue reading
Posted in animals, Culture, humanity, humor, inspiration, Love, men, nature, New York City, war
Tagged animal adoption, animal rescue, Christmas 2019, NY Billy Crew Inc., The Dogs of Central Park, Vietnam Veterans
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A Writer Brought Back To Life
Pete Hamill is someone I’ve revered forever as a journalist, New York historian, novelist and screenwriter, concerned about him since he’s been silent for much too long. Knowing he’s the last of his breed, Jack Newfield (1938-2004), Norman Mailer (1923-2007), … Continue reading
Fashion That Never Sleeps
One of my favorite things to wear I never get tired of, is a little black dress most people associate with Audrey Hepburn. But the person who deserves the credit is the designer, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, who in 1926, through … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, Culture, Fashion, grace, History, war, Women and men, writing
Tagged Breakfast At Tiffany, Capezio Flats, Coco Chanel, The Burberry Raincoat, The Little Black Dress
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Losing a Friend
I’ve been holding vigil for a friend who just passed. He was sick for a long time and frankly, to see him released from the bondage of illness lightens my heart. Andrew was a Vietnam Veteran who loved his country … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Faith, Family, grace, History, humanity, inspiration, Love, war, words, writing
Tagged Askokan Farewell, Ken Burns The American Civil War, losing a friend, Sullivan Ballou's letter, Vietnam Veterans
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Horsin’ Around
I’ve always loved horses. If you were to visit me, you’d find a dozen framed photos and posters throughout my house. I have no idea where my equestrian streak stems from, but it’s there, ignited at a moment’s notice, bringing … Continue reading
September 11, 2001…Straight On Till Morning
I’ll never forget this day for as long as I live, which I feel is appropriate considering the fallen. Continue reading
