Tag Archives: Friends

Five Minute Friday — Focus

Posted on February 6, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

Okay, between fighting a head cold and facing the trip from Maine to New York, I haven’t been in the mood to sit down and write … even for Five Minute Friday on Saturday. But, as they say, the show … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — First

Posted on January 9, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

We’re back. The Five Minute Friday band returns for another year under the guidance of Kate Motaugn after a couple week holiday hiatus. Okay, I’m back my usual day late, but hey, I’m back! Five Minute Friday is a discipline … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Inside the Beltway 2

Posted on January 6, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

So let us not grow weary in doing what is right, for we will reap at harvest time, if we do not give up … Galatians 6:9 Our life in Maryland started badly when I rented the townhouse in Laurel … Continue reading →

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Adieu Maine … For Now

Posted on January 2, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

It’s just about time to wrap up my latest respite in Maine. I accomplished most of what I wanted — nothing and not much. Seriously, I did accomplish just about everything I intended to accomplish. And I found out a … Continue reading →

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I Love Maine

Posted on December 24, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

I love Maine. Now I will be the first to admit the lack of snow and moderate temperatures make for easy walking around Dover-Foxcroft. I haven’t tasted Maine’s weather yet … at least not thus far this winter. I do … Continue reading →

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It’s a Wonderful Life

Posted on December 22, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

One of my favorite Christmas movies — well, maybe any time movie — is It’s a Wonderful Life. I grew up on the movie and I’ll admit, after a marathon loop one Christmas in my formative years, I sort of … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Reflect

Posted on December 13, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Even by my standards, I confess to being late to the Five Minute Friday party … again. I peek at the prompt, read some of the contributions, blink my eyes and … it’s Sunday afternoon! Well, the prompt is REFLECT … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Westward Ho 4

Posted on November 18, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

Happy is the husband of a good wife; the number of his days will be doubled. A loyal wife brings joy to her husband, and he will complete his years in peace. A good wife is a great blessing; she … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye — Westward Ho 2

Posted on November 4, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

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Deja Vu

Posted on November 1, 2015 by wisdomfromafather

I always thought there was a connection between Karen and Sonni. There were so many instances where I couldn’t tell them apart if my eyes were shut. I have a story to share that I was going to include in … Continue reading →

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