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Dover-Foxcroft Love

Posted on December 6, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

Wisdom From a Father was officially introduced to the Dover-Foxcroft community today (Dec. 6) at a presentation at the Thompson Free Library — despite the fact the book continues to be a no-show. There were a half dozen in attendance, … Continue reading →

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An Important Contact

Posted on December 4, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

I mentioned I am trying to give the blog a mini-makeover. I have been tweaking some design elements with the help of my family and friends and have consolidated the categories. I’m still working on the graphics to accompany those … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Deep

Posted on November 30, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

It seems like a good time to tackle this week’s Five Minute Friday exercise. I encourage you to join in the festivities by joining us at Kate’s spot on Facebook at http://www.fiveminutefriday.com. It’s really simple. Watch for the prompt, write … Continue reading →

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Your Thoughts

Posted on November 28, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

I sent out my weekly Words for the Week Monday to family and friends. To my surprise, the jury is out whether the sweet sentiment was uplifting or a bust. So, I’ll share it with you for your thoughts. One … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday: Value

Posted on November 23, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

Time for Five Minute Friday. You know what that means. I’ll write for five focused minutes on a specific prompt, then get together and share with my fellow writers at Kate’s spot on Facebook at http://www.fiveminutefriday.com. To entice you to … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks in 2018

Posted on November 22, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

When you look around, you might sense there is less to be thankful about than usual as we approach the close of 2018. It’s a natural feeling. We’re winding down, but there are still too many families separated by war. … Continue reading →

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Happy, Happy Birthday Sweetheart

Posted on November 20, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

It never gets any easier hitting milestones without you. And, of course, this is another milestone for you, my dear wife. Happy, Happy Birthday! While we were never big on splashy birthday parties, especially after the kids were grown. But … Continue reading →

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Launch Time

Posted on November 18, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

The formal launch of Wisdom From a Father is now history. It made its sort of debut on a snowy Sunday afternoon in Seneca County, NY, and on line at facebook.com/wisdomfromafather/ Wisdom From a Father. That’s a high bar and … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — One

Posted on November 17, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

I’m not making an excuse although I forewarned you I might not make a Friday post since I was on the road all day Friday and visiting with Santa earlier today. But, since I do like to participate in the … Continue reading →

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Retirement … Sweet Retirement

Posted on November 14, 2018 by wisdomfromafather

It’s been approximately 16 months since I stopped punching the time clock {actually, I haven’t punched a time clock since the early summer jobs of my youth, but I digress} and stepped into “retirement.” It has been quite an experience … Continue reading →

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