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I am a proud father and retired teacher who has always enjoyed good writing.

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Friendship: 7 of 75

Jiggers the Lumberjack It was a clear, crisp sunny morning that is so typical of November. We left home at five a.m. to be in the woods by seven. Lumberjacks accomplish a great deal of their work in the morning before the heat of the day takes its toll. I loved that job. It was only on weekends while I was in college but it ...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Parents: 16 of 44

My Dad It seems that in the past few years I have become somwhat nostalgic, especially concerning my dad. This is really not surprising, as twice during that time he has approached death's door. God decided each time, however, that we still needed him more here on earth than He did in heaven. I don't believe I ever really to...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Death of a loved one: 82 of 129

Gracie To say Gracie was loved would be an understatement. All children are loved, but Gracie was special. The family loved Gracie. The neighbors loved Gracie. In fact, the whole village loved Gracie. It was a small village nestled quietly in the foothills of Vermont. Everyone knew everyone and there existed that concern for...
Sports & Recreation > Basketball Coaching & Skills Why it's hard to be a basketball referee in the NBA: 2 of 3

The Basketball Official How many calls have we made? How many small, cramped, filthy places have served as our dressing rooms? How many small towns have we visited? How many games of no consequence have passed into nothingness from our memories? How many times have we gone onto the court when our bodies cried out for rest? A...