Monthly Archives: September 2015

Bullied at school

Posted on September 23, 2015 by jottingjoan

School never did rank high on Matthew’s list of activities. Fourth grade intensified his dislike. He plunged into a morning ritual of protests and procrastination. On the best days his mother, Julie insisted through the morning with an increasingly louder … Continue reading →

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The athlete

Posted on September 14, 2015 by jottingjoan

Labor Day, Jacob Schulte enjoyed the sweet taste of victory when he came in 23 seconds ahead of Wounded Warrior athletes running in the TriRock Austin Sprint Triathlon held in Austin, Texas. With an eight-hour drive home, Jacob and Sharon … Continue reading →

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Grandkid time

Posted on September 14, 2015 by jottingjoan

With a series of family visits planned, I packed toys, books, needlework and science projects. I have to keep up with my grandchildren’s illusion that I have more toys than they do. I doubt it, but I do enjoy watching … Continue reading →

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Cookie tins

Posted on September 14, 2015 by jottingjoan

Cookies! The picture on the round, blue tine with its lid shoved tightly in place called The Cookie Monster in me to add the Scottish shortbread to my menu for a morning cup of tea. Just what I wanted. I … Continue reading →

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