Family
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Vol. 1, Chronicle 2
VOLUME 1, CHRONICLE 2, let me tell you a story about THE TICKET: Today, thousands of tickets for movies, concerts, & museums reside on cell phones with a QR code waiting to be used like those for admittance for tonight’s… Continue reading
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Volume 1, Chronicle 1
VOLUME 1, CHRONICLE 1, PREAMBLE: “Let me tell you a story”… That’s how it started a little over 3 years ago with a note to my new granddaughter to a small circle on social media. Now, thanks to one who… Continue reading
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Lottie’s Song
Let me tell you your first great- great-grandmother story. Continue reading
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A Door & Stairs
My dad went home 10 years ago today. Between mid-August & mid-September 1968 my parents moved to town, met & got invited to church by neighbors. Continue reading
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My 2023 Book & Word of the Year
A few thoughts of reflection on 2023 and my tribe. Continue reading
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Sunday with the Beatitudes
On Christmas Eve 1985, MJPB’s paternal grandfather put his arm over his shoulder, pointed at Miss Julie, & told him he really liked her. Continue reading
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Thank a Veteran While You Can
I can’t thank my dad & father-in-law today for the sacrifices they made in Korea & World War 2, Continue reading
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Holy Ground, Keepers, & Quitters
My family spent this past weekend in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for some Crimson Tide football, a Christmas gift to my mom from our oldest son & daughter-in-law. Continue reading
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39 Years Straight Outta’ the Friend Zone
39 Years Straight Outta’ the Friend Zone SHALLOW THOUGHTS FROM THE DEEP END WITH MISS JULIE’S POOL BOY: Continue reading
