Tag Archives: California

Around the World


    Across the World   I don’t have to travel across the world,   There is a labyrinth within my mind,   Nor do the diamonds of Africa,   Call me to seek and find,   I don’t need … Continue reading

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The Red Suitcase Adventures (Part 3)


By night I was used to the train and its noises, And after the day’s excitement I wanted to rest, I nibbled on crackers and jerky, read for awhile, Obtained a blanket and prepared my nest,   I was asleep … Continue reading

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The Red Suitcase Adventures (Part 2)


The Santa Fe across the desert rolled on, I carried my lunch to the observation car, Watched antelope and deer graze, Wondered how pioneers could travel so far,   Later in the day I returned to my chair, I wanted … Continue reading

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The Red Suitcase Adventures


Everything was ready, my suitcases packed, My itinerary and tickets in hand, This was to be more than a visit to see friends, It was an adventure, you understand?   The train station was beautiful even at night, Clean restrooms, … Continue reading

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Changing the Future


Changing the Future by Looking at the Past This year the earth revealed its splendor,  I watched keenly and wrote with joy, As each delicious moment appeared, The pleasures were mine to enjoy, Yet I knew everything in my path, … Continue reading

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Christmas and the Scrub Tree


Christmas and the Scrub Tree (Part Two)             “Look at the Christmas cards we got today,” Mom called from the doorway.  There was quite a display.  There were cards from our aunt in faraway California, next door neighbors, acquaintances, and … Continue reading

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