Archive for May, 2010

In Honor of Veterans

Dad WWII POW

It’s Memorial Day week end and I stopped by the florist yesterday to order a small wreath to place on my father’s grave at Fort Snelling Cemetery.  Memorial Day is a special day of remembrance for our veterans and my Dad always made sure we understood the contributions of those who served because [...]

May 29, 2010 · Mary · No Comments
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Nobody Cooks Anymore

I was driving by some restaurants when I heard my father’s voice, “Nobody Cooks Anymore,”  that was one of his favorite sayings when we would go to a restaurant for a meal and a visit.  For the last few years of his life our routine was to take Dad out for Sunday breakfast, we’d talk [...]

May 26, 2010 · Mary · No Comments
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New Beginnings

 I’m finally back in my office again and I’m thrilled that a spot opened up on the main level so now I have a window which is exciting, although it was raining earlier this week I’m still grateful to be on a schedule again.  My dog Buttons is not so excited since he was getting used to [...]

May 14, 2010 · Mary · One Comment
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What I Learned for Sure

It’s hard to believe I’m finally up and getting around after a long winter with my ankle propped up on pillows, yes the fracture is healing nicely.  Who would have thought it would take so long but I’m enjoying my physical therapy visits and even though I have good days and hard days I’m making progress. I’ve thought [...]

May 1, 2010 · Mary · No Comments
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