Tag Archives: childhood

Playful

Posted on June 6, 2016 by

Today’s one-word prompt is playful. Early last evening, my husband and I decided to go walk a few laps at a local park that we had not frequented in some time.  It’s a small park but very nice and peaceful … Continue reading →

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Needing A Mother’s Tender Care

Posted on February 20, 2016 by

I sorta laughed to myself when it dawned on me what I had suddenly found myself wanting as I laid on the couch that day.  And continuing to think about it, tears fell hard when I realized the depth of … Continue reading →

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Daily Prompt: Toy Story

Posted on June 23, 2015 by

Daily Prompt:  What was your favorite plaything as a child? Do you see any connection between your life now, and your favorite childhood toy? I’ve decided that there is no way I can pick a favorite toy or plaything from … Continue reading →

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Memories of My Father

Posted on June 21, 2015 by

I try not to be sad around Father’s Day, but I am.  I miss my dad.  A lot. Sometimes I pull out old VHS tapes of him and watch them.  They bring a rush of emotions that flood my soul … Continue reading →

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Mr. Potato Head Memories

Posted on June 2, 2015 by

I grew up as a child in the 1960s.  Back then, I loved to play with Mr. Potato Head.  But we actually used real potatoes as Mr. Potato Head’s body.  In the 60s, Hasbro was forced due to government regulations … Continue reading →

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Missing Mother

Posted on April 13, 2015 by

As I have done every year for the past several years on April the 13th, I’ve thought about my mother. Today she would have been 89 years old.  That’s hard for me to believe and I find myself wondering what … Continue reading →

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Monday’s Question

Posted on August 4, 2014 by

Question:  It’s back to school time (hard to believe huh)?  Where did the summer go?   What did you like most about going back to school when you were a kid? My Answer:  I always loved shopping for school supplies. … Continue reading →

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