A vehicle is needed

Many miles were put on this van by our family. Of course, we bought it used (pre-owned or whatever they call used these days.) It fit our growing family for quite a few years.

It even took us all the way to Florida. This column gives an account of the van as it began to show its age.

Eventually Bob turned it into his farm vehicle and filled it with tools and stuff. It was never the same after that.

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Enough with sadness

Here’s my newest fun acquisition for Christmas.

These stars are my real decorations for the season, except for a lighted, but undecorated tree.

I like them so much, I ordered 3 more.

These stars are dedicated in Bob’s memory.

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This memory made me cry

Today’s reading is from 1983, when we celebrated our 10th anniversary.

I did okay reading until the end when tears came.

I love my memories, even if they make me sad sometimes.

Bob and I got closer as the days and years passed.

I miss him so much.

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Open wide

My views about what to do in the dental chair haven’t changed much since 1982 when I wrote this column.

I’m still not sure if I should keep my eyes open or closed.

When I next visit my dentist I’ll continue to ponder this eye open or closed situation.

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Advent candles

My candles are in four house windows. Good thing they are not real. There are no flames with these.

They flicker for 8 hours and then they are off for the rest of the day.

I was afraid the flickering would attract Car-E in my bedroom window. Luckily it didn’t. Both candle and cat are safe.

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