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Author Archives: Life in the 50's and beyond...
Pungence
The odor grew stronger everyday. At first, Nita assumed it was road kill from the highway. But it grew in intensity and on Thursday, grocery day for Nita, the smell followed her all the way to the store. She … Continue reading
Still Life
A jar of his favorite candy. The tears in her eyes made the shiny wrappers all blurry; like the memories of better times. A scented candle in the window, patchouli fragrance. Funny how a certain smell could make you remember. … Continue reading
Seeking
It was terrifying. For the first time in her life, she was alone. She had worked through the sadness, the grief, as best as she could. It was time to move away and try to start over. She didn’t … Continue reading
Posted in Friday Fictioneers, Kids and Grandkids
Tagged adventure, aging, Blogger, grief, happiness, WordPress
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Marge and Glenn
June 16, 1943. Duluth, Minnesota. He was almost twenty-two. She was twenty. World War II raged in other parts of the world, but for one day, the war was forgotten for this couple. Glenn was stationed in Duluth after … Continue reading
Posted in Friday Fictioneers, My Life
Tagged Carey Ohio, Coast Guard, Duluth MN, enlisted, family, Midwest, personal, photos, relationships, WordPress, WWII
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June 16, 1943
“I’ll bet no one has ever called Duluth Minnesota paradise,” said Marge, “but that’s what it feels like tonight.” Glenn looked at his new bride and smiled. “It sure is paradise.” They walked hand in hand along the water, … Continue reading
Posted in My Life
Tagged 1943, blog, Duluth, Friday Fictioneers, life, love, parents, personal, relationships, WordPress
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A Sweet Surprise
Dilapidated. The price was right. It was all she could afford. Seriously it was a dump, but at least she would be off the streets. The foundation was sturdy. There wasn’ t any mold. The doors and windows were secure … Continue reading
Posted in Friday Fictioneers
Tagged blogging, changes, fixer upper, Friday Fictioneers, personal, WordPress
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This Old House
Our farmhouse was built in 1909. It was purchased by my husband’s family in 1951. My husband and his three brothers grew up here and shortly after we were married in 1971 we moved in. I grew up in … Continue reading
