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A reflection on a bygone era of politics, recalling a respected senator who focused on service and accomplishments rather than attacking opponents. A timely reminder that positive leadership never goes out of style.
BlueSkies
10.06.26 08:47 PM - Comment(s)

Summer is coming!  When I was a child, this not only meant a change in temperature, but it seemed to me my whole world changed. 

For your edification, I am sharing with you some important summer rules.


1) You cannot go barefoot until after June first.


 2) If you get a sandspur stuck in y...



BlueSkies
19.05.26 11:04 PM - Comment(s)
In spite of the ice and snow in parts of the country, I can tell spring is on the way.  The narcissus and azalea are blooming and the amaryllis are beginning to emerge. Many of you are also beginning to emerge from your winter stupor and make plans for a “spring break.”

I don't know where we'll be going or what we'll do when we get there.

You put on your bib and tucker - I'll wear a flower in my hair.

See the sunlight on the water.

Feel the sand beneath your feet.

Hear the laughter and the music?

Feel the breeze upon your face.

 There is magic where we're going

 ...

BlueSkies
02.04.26 11:13 AM - Comment(s)

At dawn, where vines climb wind-swept trees,

A cry is borne on salty breeze.

The sound of wings fills the air.

I look for gulls, but none are there.

They’ve flown at light of day.

 

At noon, the sun has risen high.

I hear the seagulls’ ruckus cry,

While standing on the briny sand

where sea birds cry out...

BlueSkies
05.03.26 03:57 AM - Comment(s)

Stop and think.

 When you get in your car, do you turn on the radio before you start the engine? 

When you are home, is your TV on even when you are not in the room?  

  I remember my mother singing as she did housework. Filling the void.


  And then there was Benson. He was a lo...


BlueSkies
24.02.26 05:46 AM - Comment(s)