Monthly Archives: January 2012

Loud Noises and the Storm

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

The two German shepherds were usually on self-imposed duty protecting the children.  They lay by the door watching cars and people go by on the street.  Sometimes their ears would turn and focus on certain sounds.  If the sounds were benign … Continue reading →

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Chasing Rabbits

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Chasing Rabbits Sometimes I would take Roxy and Pixie, my two labs, down to the river for long walks and let them explore.  Not only was it a change of scenery but it was a time for me to reflect … Continue reading →

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Belle and Suzi

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Belle and the Hotdog On Friday, the school cafeteria was nosier than usual. A special program had been presented during a morning assembly and everyone was so excited.  The elementary classes had listened and watched as a salesman explained how easy … Continue reading →

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Belle Rides Shotgun

Posted on January 30, 2012 by

She rode in the car with the wind in her face, The passenger side was her favorite place, When Belle pushed the button she always knew, She’d have the wind, front seat, and a great view,   It takes more … Continue reading →

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Belle Goes to School

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

One Sunday as I finished giving Belle her weekly scrub, Her expression said, “I’m tired of being in the tub,” She looked shaggy while wet and needing a trim, And I don’t think she liked her little swim,   As … Continue reading →

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Matthew Became My Name

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

Good deeds?  Yes, I’ve done good deeds, I’ve had my share of helping others, But I, Levi, got caught up in my own greed,   As a tax collector I was selected, I swore to do my best in office, … Continue reading →

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Belle Has to Lead!

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

She Has to Lead! The big dogs could have eaten Belle in one mighty gulp, But she was always fearless and she let them rough her up, Often she romped happily with her canine friends, When life is good like … Continue reading →

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Nuggets of Gold

Posted on January 21, 2012 by

During the week while I’m writing stories and poems, ideas that I call nuggets of gold pop up. I write them down but rarely share them.  Sometimes they work their way into a poem but usually they are wasted.  Sometimes … Continue reading →

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Nuts in the Family Tree

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

Although the day was cold and crisp with cloudless skies, I ordered a vanilla yogurt and then I sat, The cashier looked at me with a question in her eyes, “Would you like some nuts with that?” She must have … Continue reading →

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I Decided That as a Seed

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Long ago I learned how important, It was to be like a powerful tree, As I grew in wisdom and stature, There were those who relied on me,   At first I was merely like a shade, To protect visitors … Continue reading →

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