Monthly Archives: October 2014

Hello and Thank-you

I met an American ex-pat visiting from Thailand this summer. He offhandedly offered his slant that Thailand is referred to as the Land of Smiles not so much because of the friendliness of the people, but rather because of their … Continue reading

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Lettuce be Understood

He’s happy to see us. Each week when we visit the Senior Center I see my little friend waiting in line as the truck—the Veggie Mobile—pulls up to the front curb. He stands there bow-legged and smiling. He knows our … Continue reading

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The First Goodbyes

The weather these past few weeks has been cooperative. The time between now and the third week of October is my ideal time. Not just because my birthday falls in that period, but because I venerate the crisp autumn air … Continue reading

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