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I am passed the stage in life when we spend the late night hours of Christmas Eve putting together toys for the kids. I remember spreading out the instructions and trying to follow them so that the kids could enjoy their gifts the first thing in the morning. Some sets of instructions were clearer thanContinue reading “Follow the Instructions”

I have had the joy of visiting Ireland a couple of times. I can tell you one thing about most Irish people, of which I am one. They love to tell stories. I am not sure that all the stories are true, but most are very entertaining. I think that most people enjoy a goodContinue reading “A Story To Tell”

I enjoy walking on nature trails, so much so that I do it almost every day. I am not an experienced naturist and hiker, so I pretty much have to walk on clearly marked paths. If I veer too far off the path I could place myself in danger. Therefore I trust those who haveContinue reading “On the Trail”

The weather has turned cold all of a sudden. We will probably have much colder days ahead but going from temperatures in the mid 50 degrees Fahrenheit to the mid-teens overnight adds to the chill in these old bones. Cold weather makes going outside less attractive and more burdensome with all the extra layers ofContinue reading “Cold Days”

At this time of year it is not unusual for people to make a list of things that they would like to receive as gifts. Of course the gift giver is not obligated to give a gift from the list. But whether a gift is given from the list or not, the giver generally seeksContinue reading “Gift Giving”