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The Gold Star

Posted on November 7, 2013 by oldmainer

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I remember as a young boy, going out to play, I would often see old Mr Kimball, sitting on the steps of his porch, reading the paper.  World War II was in full swing so the…

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Love In The Doctors Office

Posted on November 1, 2013 by oldmainer

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I went to my doctor today, a pilgrimage I make every six months.  I don’t mind going because, well, there is a nurse there that thinks I am a stud muffin.  Really. Whenever I arrive she calls…

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Small World

Posted on October 18, 2013 by oldmainer

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Seven hundred and sixty two feet from corner to corner.  From the huge old elm tree in Dr. Rooney’s front yard on one end, to the lamppost that sat outside my bedroom window on the other.…

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Tay

Posted on September 4, 2013 by oldmainer

Timothy Alden Young had always been called Tay by his mom.  It was a nickname that had stuck with him all the way through middle school.  Life had not been easy for Tay.  He was the product of a broken … Continue reading →

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The Anatomy Of No

Posted on August 26, 2013 by oldmainer

Why is it that a word with only two letters and one syllable can be so complex?  I don’t know the answer to that, but it is.  I have come to believe however, that it is not the word itself … Continue reading →

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Back In The Saddle Again

Posted on August 23, 2013 by oldmainer

I sometimes think I am living in the past , given a lot of the stuff I write about.  Memories, old stories, and recollections.  However, I don’t think I live there actually, but I do visit a lot.  I guess … Continue reading →

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Thank You Coach

Posted on August 4, 2013 by oldmainer

This morning when I signed on, I was both surprised and pleased to find that I had been nominated for the Sunshine Award.  Although I have made a conscious decision to forego accepting any further awards, I want to thank … Continue reading →

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What A Great Gift

Posted on July 30, 2013 by oldmainer

Originally posted on Ink lings:
What a great gift, my thanks to you For heartfelt smiles, all that you do A whispered word, my doubts belie Not when I lose, but when I try I learned to fly, because of…

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Where Two Once Stood

Posted on July 27, 2013 by oldmainer

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Where two once stood, now one alone Left to journey on their own Gone the love they chose to share Dashed in the ashes of despair A heart now turned to stone How for this…

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Through Others Eyes

Posted on July 12, 2013 by oldmainer

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I often see him sitting there as I wander through the park.  Always on the same bench, staring at the scene before him.  His face mostly without expression, never smiling or acknowledging a ventured wave or nod.…

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