Tag Archives: good old days

Just a Kid at Heart

Posted on July 20, 2012 by

So did I mention that I live in an “adult community”. I admit it. But actually, us adults are still kids at heart, and hopefully many of us will be, til the end! Last night, I attended an Eagles concert … Continue reading →

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Homespun

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

Back in the olden days, I used to sew. This little pin cushion brought back those memories — we all had one of these! Very cool, eh? I made a lot of my daughters’ clothing. Now that I think of … Continue reading →

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For Better or Worse, Richer or Poorer, in Sickness…

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

My great-grandfather built the house in 1872, in Stony Point, Michigan.  My grandfather was a farmer. He worked his father’s farm, along side his dad, and they grew vegetables together. He made a meager living by selling the vegetables from … Continue reading →

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My Trees

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

Anyone who knows me knows that I love trees. This heritage Oak, for example. It has probably been living on that spot for 100 years or more. Notice that the ranch fencing, which was constructed long ago, was built around … Continue reading →

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Angel Caps

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

I grew up in Mill Valley, up on a hill that overlooked the whole town. There were only three houses there at the time. Mom used to call us home with a cow bell — we had free run of … Continue reading →

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