Monthly Archives: November 2012

A Gaggle of Girls

  There are four of them in all, maybe 15 years old.  They are all perched on the edge of a bench, a bench built for two.  They sit, backs to each other, and talk very quietly.  Then, a man … Continue reading

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Pen Pal

  Today I received a special letter.  It was addressed to me by name, written in blue pen in cursive.  I love getting letters.  My mail is most often bills, junk mail (right now quite a bit of political propaganda), … Continue reading

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The Backer-Inner

    I just witnessed one of my pet peeves. The backer-inner. Yes, at the soccer field.  She was the one with 5 minivans behind her, as she attempted to back into her parking space.  The parade of drivers watched … Continue reading

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Risk Taker

Today at the second hand shop, I met a risk-taker.  Yes, the customer before me in line.  She was purchasing 4 puzzles.  All 4 puzzles had elastic bands across them to keep the boxes closed.  Now, that is a risk.  … Continue reading

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Don’t Feed the Outfielders

    I am walking to my son’s field for his Saturday baseball game, fifth of the season. I spot a little boy on the outside of the fence dropping sunflower seeds into a very small hand pushed and squeezed … Continue reading

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Waiting Room

     As I wait at the doctor’s office, I am met with a large sign that announces “CELL PHONES INTERFERE WITH OUR EQUIPMENT. Please, no cell phone use while in the office.  Thank you for your cooperation.”  I am … Continue reading

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