Monthly Archives: December 2010

The Year in Review

Posted on December 31, 2010 by

It is the last day of the year; the time to reflect on life and its obstacles, dreams, desires, and if we stayed on course in our pursuits. I have to admit, I look at 2010 with bittersweet memories. Charles … Continue reading →

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2010 Resolutions

Posted on December 30, 2010 by

In the past my resolutions appeared to be guerrilla soldiers, laying in wait for me to step out of line. I would list a tally of ‘I resolve to…’ followed by: organize, lose weight, exercise every day, write every morning, … Continue reading →

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I dreamed I was in France

Posted on December 28, 2010 by

Last night I dreamed I was in Troyes, France, a city that I was fortunate to spend a few days in this past autumn. When I was there it felt a bit like being in a dream, ancient cobblestone streets, … Continue reading →

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Rescued

Posted on December 27, 2010 by

I’m free! I was not able to get myself out of the snow drift, but a friend pulled me out and I was able to continue on my way, (in a different direction albeit). The wind has been pretty fierce … Continue reading →

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I’m stuck!

Posted on December 27, 2010 by

I’m stuck in a bank of snow. There shouldn’t be a bank of snow here in the road and it is relatively clear on either end of this particular drift. Apparently the wind has blown the snow into this dip … Continue reading →

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Snow Continues to Fall

Posted on December 26, 2010 by

Although it is 6:30 AM, it is still dark outside, but there is a glow emanating from the deep, deep snow. I switched on outside lights and verified that yes, it continues to accumulate. I’m guessing it is already over … Continue reading →

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Christmas Night

Posted on December 26, 2010 by

Christmas day 2010 is winding down. Many of our activities will be pushed into tomorrow due to the snowstorm. It has been snowing nonstop for more than twelve hours and it is forecasted to continue the deluge through tomorrow. Friends … Continue reading →

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Christmas Blizzard

Posted on December 25, 2010 by

What started out this morning as gentle snowfall has continued to worsen into hazardous conditions. As the song goes, it doesn’t show signs of stopping. In the south, this constitutes a major storm. We are hoping the roadways will not … Continue reading →

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And More Snow

Posted on December 25, 2010 by

It hasn’t ceased snowing, nor does it appear to be even slowing down. All has been cleansed in a white covering. Every surface is pure and unblemished, coated in cotton, dipped in white chocolate. Great Magnolia leaves hold the bounty … Continue reading →

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And Snowing

Posted on December 25, 2010 by

And continuing to snow…

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