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End of the Third Quarter

Posted on February 3, 2018 by rstaples2013

In a few days I will be 75 years old. Another way to say it is that I am beginning my 76th year.  My husband always adds 9 months to his age as he believes life starts at conception. But, … Continue reading →

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A Good Use for a Husband

Posted on September 22, 2013 by jroesler728

I asked my grandchildren (ages 5 and 7) to “help” me make a birthday cake for my sister. Since my sister is obsessed with losing weight, I bought all the ingredients at the health food store and convinced her that … Continue reading →

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How to Crash a Family Picnic

Posted on June 28, 2013 by jroesler728

My childhood friend is here with me for the weekend. We can do whatever we want except for one commitment. I need to take her to a family picnic where a mother and a daughter are celebrating a 140-year-old birthday. … Continue reading →

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Pages or Chapters to Follow

Posted on February 15, 2013 by jroesler728

(Written 02/12/2013) I write this morning in a reflective mood, as this is my 70th birthday. I have never before paid much attention to my age but this year I am strangely aware that this is the number of years … Continue reading →

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I’m Going to Have a Childhood!

Posted on February 4, 2013 by jroesler728

These words came from a retirement-aged lady whose life has been traumatized by a childhood that was abducted by neglect and abuse. The full quote is “I’m going to have a childhood in spite of my mother.” She said, in … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday!

Posted on April 12, 2012 by jroesler728

A Celebration! Silverstrands.org is a year old. We thank God for his faithfulness in helping us put to “paper” the many stories we have shared; the issues we have raised; the prayers we have offered; and the thoughts and reflections … Continue reading →

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It’s Fun, Anyway!

Posted on September 28, 2011 by jroesler728

My “granddaughter” will be five years old in a couple of weeks. What can I get her for her birthday? I want it to be something special. I’m thinking of the longing in her voice and eyes when she washed … Continue reading →

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