Author Archives: jwrites88

Six Weddings and a Funeral

Yes, indeed it is true. Since February 14, 2015 we have attended six weddings and a funeral. There were aspects of each of these events heartbreakingly beautiful, sometimes funny, and all unforgettable. In each case either the bride or groom … Continue reading

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I love a beautiful garden!

I Love a Beautiful Garden I love a beautiful garden. I will walk miles to see one. You see, I am horticulturally impaired. It can’t be my genes. Both of my grandmothers had green thumbs and my mother’s roses were … Continue reading

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Tradition

Tradition  Tradition. What a hard sounding word! They sang about it in “Fiddler On The Roof” as if it was something sacred.” Many religious beliefs are based on tradition, but I don’t think I understand tradition. Is tradition something good? … Continue reading

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October Is Christmas!

October is a celebration. I’m sure of it. I think it’s Christmas! Some governmental subcommittee, after study of their own thick reports, designated the end of December for the birth of the Lord. But they were wrong. Any fool can … Continue reading

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Jammed

JAMMED! Yesterday I bought a couple of jars of cherry jam and also because ‘tis the season, some black sweet cherries. “If I pit a few of these beauties, I’ll bet I could make my own cherry jam,” I said … Continue reading

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The Ocean Doesn’t Care

THE OCEAN DOESN’T CARE Living in the middle of Michigan all my life, without so much as a lake within 20 miles, I used to yearn to spend time at the sea shore. We have been fortunate enough to do … Continue reading

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Farming 1940’s Style + 36 cousins

Hello friends! I have decided to start a blog, after being challenged to do so by Dusty, one of my husband’s buddies. It all started when my granddaughter Lauren was visiting me. She is 11 and we have many conversations. … Continue reading

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First post

Hello and welcome to my blog!  I am excited to start this new venture in writing.  Please check back as I get my blog filled with great stories to read.

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