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Tag Archives: storytelling
The Gentleman Farmer from Newark: Part 2
This is Part 2 of a story that began here back in August- you might want to reread Part 1 now, then carry on…. ~~~~~~ After scattering the bird feed, it was time to refresh their water. The challenge was … Continue reading
Posted in Musings on Life, My Story, Writing
Tagged childhood lessons, Inspiration, Perseverance, storytelling
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The Greatness of Blue: a holiday season story
It was the 24th day of the last month of the year, snow was everywhere, and all the summer birds had long since headed south for the winter. Or so the villagers thought. The townsfolk were busy trying to keep … Continue reading
Posted in Cartoons, Musings on Life, Watercolor, Writing
Tagged Community, Creativity, Hope, Inspiration, Perseverance, storytelling, Writing Habit
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