Unexplained noises in the attic. Gaslights that flicker for no apparent reason. Items that disappear from their accustomed places. Add a deceptive husband with a deadly secret, a wife who thinks she is losing her mind, a maid with an attitude, and a determined Scotland Yard detective. There you have the makings of a superb 1944 […]
Jun 20, 2025
First Day of Summer
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Happy first day of summer and the longest day of the year. I sure hate to mention this disturbing fact but now the days will start getting a wee bit shorter and shorter until September and the first day of fall and then, on September 22, the days and nights are equal. Next, you guessed […]
Jun 19, 2025
Foggy Phantoms
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Foggy Fracas The door swung softly open, And, swirling soundlessly, Many misty visitors Soon encircled me. My silent guests seemed sullen, Swathed in dripping gowns; They fixed their watery eyes on me And frowned their dripping frowns. I felt a sudden tremor And saw, as in a trance, The faded, foggy phantoms Begin a ghostly […]
Jun 16, 2025
Where There’s a Will…
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Squirrels are interesting little animals, smart and quick, and I like them fine as long as they stay away from digging and chewing my plants and robbing the bird feeder. I have a squirrel-proof feeder and it works better than any I’ve ever had, but, believe it or not, the wily squirrels have found a […]
Jun 15, 2025
Father’s Day
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I talked to my older brother and wished him a Happy Father’s Day. He thanked me and said, “Well, it’s not as important as Mother’s Day.” I disagreed and told him I thought it was very important. Moms and Dads each have a God-given responsibility and privilege in the life of a healthy family. I […]
