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Memorial Day

May 20, 2014

I can not believe Memorial Day is here already. When I was younger I always marched in the Memorial Day Parade, first as a Girl Scout and later in the band. It was always a very solemn occasion. Though I think of grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad and watermelon on Memorial Day, there is a lot to be said about reflecting on the true reason for Memorial Day; to honor those who have given their lives for…

2013–Where have you gone?

Can it really be December 31, 2013? It must be. I am cleaning my house like a mad woman and doing all the laundry. Is there anyone else like me out there? You feel like you must have the house clean, all the laundry washed, dried and put away. Oh yes, and the ironing has to be done. I don’t know what gets into me on December 31st but I go into overdrive. My dad always said whatever you do…