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About oldmainer

I am a retired manager living in Southern Maine and a would be writer of poetry, narratives, short stories, and random opinions, and that's how Oldmainer was born. Recently, I decided to try an experiment. I added photography to the mix, using only a cheap cell phone with a limited camera and the editing software that came with it, and added the blog site Inklings at poormanspoet.wordpress.com to showcase the results. So, feel free to use whatever you find interesting or worthy, but please honor the terms of my copyright when and if you do. They may not be much, but they are still a piece of me. I appreciate your checking me out and hope that you find something that will encourage a return visit. Thanks for stopping by.

What I Said Was

Posted on June 7, 2026 by oldmainer

I remember an old saying “say what you mean and mean what you say”. Boy, what happened to that? It seems that today, if you watch enough television or get your news off the web, you, like me have found … Continue reading →

Posted in Random Thoughts, Opinions, Insight | 2 Comments

Chillin’

Posted on May 29, 2026 by oldmainer

It’s one of those nights. Weather wise, this morning was great. Kramer and I spent time checking out the neighborhood in anticipation of the rain that was forecasted and, we did in fact get this afternoon. I was again so … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Loss, Love, Reflection | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

Frankie

Posted on April 26, 2026 by oldmainer

In the years that I have been volunteering with the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, my involvement has been mostly beyond the shelter itself. I’ve driven a van and participated in local events. However, when opportunity arose, I would always walk … Continue reading →

Posted in Compassion, Insight, Kittens, Life, Pets, Reflection | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

The Price Of Progress

Posted on April 22, 2026 by oldmainer

Our Hannaford grocery store is growing. I mean big time. So big that I suspect the little battery operated carts provided for those that have difficulty walking will be at a premium. We are going to have people limping into … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Insight, Maine, Random Thoughts | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

It’s Spring, Almost

Posted on April 21, 2026 by oldmainer

Well, it is Spring, so I am told. The calendar says it, so I guess it is true, but, in reality, I’m still a little skeptical, or maybe cynical is the word I’m searching for.. I just know that when … Continue reading →

Posted in Home, Humor, Nature, Random Thoughts, Spring | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

So Then I Said

Posted on April 18, 2026 by oldmainer

I started this blog back in 2012 without a clue why or where I wanted to go with it. Ironically, all of that holds true today. I never know where the next post is going to come from,, or go. … Continue reading →

Posted in Insight, Life, Perspective, Random Thoughts, Reflection, Writing | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments

Kramer’s Korner

Posted on April 11, 2026 by oldmainer

Hello again admiring fans. It’s Kramer, but you already know that. I’m just stopping by to check in and bring you up to date on what I’ve been up to, which I have to admit hasn’t been much. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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You Have The Right To Remain Silent

Posted on March 27, 2026 by oldmainer

If you decide to ask a question when you don’t expect a subjective answer, never, ever, ever, ask a kid. Responses will range from an earnest belief, opinion, whimsy, fantasy, and sometimes, answers totally removed from the question entirely.You have … Continue reading →

Posted in Dogs, Humor, Kids, Neighbors, Perspective | Tagged , , , | 7 Comments

Old Dogs Need Love Too

Posted on March 18, 2026 by oldmainer

I was talking to Kramer the other day. Yes, I talk to him. No, he does not respond, at least not in kind. For instance if I were to say ‘treat’, he may not bark a word, but still become … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Dogs, Life, Pets, Reflection | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

After Your Day Is Gone

Posted on March 13, 2026 by oldmainer

Youth, capturing the worldVision without knowledgeExpectations unbridledLife there for the taking Decisions, randomly madeActions, indiscriminately takenResults, swept into realityThe future, changed without recourse But age challenges paradigmsExperience, embraces the psycheChallenges your decisionsConclusions held now suspect Time inserts it’s wisdomQuestions your … Continue reading →

Posted in Free Verse, Generations, Perspective, Poetry, Reflection | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment