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  • Six Years Ago

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    The times are a changing. My wonderful father died at 11 pm on my birthday, June 3rd. This time of year I am weepy and emotional and then I remember why. He comes to my mind every May and June. I think of him even more than the usual once a day. The wonderful memories…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #35

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    Can You Tell A Story In… It’s Thursday and time for a new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 52 words using the following words in it somewhere: TIGHTROPE GOTHIC SQUEAMISH MANNEQUIN VIOLIN They threw a fair like no other with a Gothic House of Horrors to commemorate their reunion containing squeamish wax…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #34

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    Write a story in 61 words using the following six words in it somewhere: “Yes! Tom, I will marry you. Let’s get married in Rockville, We will invite the town to St. Joseph’s and have a carnival around the town square with a Carousel, Zipper, and Whistler ride. Don’t forget the sponge cake contest and…

  • Wow! I am still here!

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  • 57th Trip!

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    In my mind lately I have had long periods of time not feeling well in my body and spirit. ALS has plateaus and valleys. There are no longer any peaks. You know, students, growing stronger physically. If you are blessed with time, you can adapt with technology, Thanks be to God. I recently went on…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #33

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    Can you tell a story in 100 words using the following words in it somewhere: “Tonight is the best night. Before our vacation expires, I have one request for the woman that took 30 years to find. Jo, travel the world in my helicopter as my wife? Let’s go to Spain with the running bulls…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #32

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    Can you tell a story in 57 words using the following words in it somewhere:CATPIESTRAVESTYDIAMONDSCHAIRSTATIONERY Thinking of the cottage, Jo remembered the huge cat, Darcy. She thought about pies she made for the tea parties from the berries picked by the cottage. The makeshift desk, chair, and stationary where she wrote poetry and daydreamed about…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #31

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    Can you tell a story in 28 words using the following words in it somewhere: Jo did remember the cottage. She thought of the Scrabble games, Chamomile tea, and books. When the river flooded, it was underwater. The police condemned it. She cried.

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #30

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    It’s Thursday and time for a new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 64 words using the following words in it somewhere: Dancing with such zeal, the grandchildren were amazed by their dance moves. By the end of the evening, the children were as sluggish as snails. “Jo, remember that cottage where we…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #29

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    Can you tell a story in… write a story in 52 words using the following five words in it somewhere: “Jo, what a wonderful trip we’re having. I will cherish these days and pray for more.” As they danced cheek to cheek, Jo tried to disguise the waterfall of tears. Tom drew her closer.” “I…