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Part VII The Summertime Blues

Having fun in the sun...it wasn't always the caseAbove you see the wonderfully well designed Aquatic Center in Wood River Illinois. This is a great place for children and adults of all ages to learn how to...

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Part VI Free Haircuts And Nerdy Glasses

One of the most painful things about growing up me was the free haircut ordeal. My mom was a licensed beautician which meant she was the only one who would ever cut our hair since she knew how to do it....

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Dealing with the death of a loved one

The phone rang early Wednesday morning May 25, 2005 I knew exactly why it was ringing, but still was unprepared for it. The voice on the other end was my father telling me that Mom had passed away. As I...

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forgive and forget?

May I begin by quoting Alexander Pope "to err is human to forgive divine." The understanding that all fall short of a given standard and that removing the standard is more than just an act of will, but an...

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Part V Little League And Big Dreams

The smell of freshly cut grass, the roar of the crowd, a birdseye view of the action from right field, and the feeling of butterflies in the tummy. The best sensory description I have for my little league...

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Part IV Home Schooling My Imaginary Friend

My older brother went to school two years before I did. It was during his first grade year that I became very jealous of him because he got to get out of the house and learn things while I was stuck at home...

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Part IV The Warping of Imagination

Please make sure that you don't miss a thing. The riveting true story of my life and the brain damage it has caused. Why I Am So Warped Part I Why I Am So Warped Part III Part IV Home Schooling My...

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Why I Am So Warped Part III

We covered birth, near death, and the need for some law and order. Why I Am So Warped Part I From the age of 2 I have worn what I want to wear in regards to clothing. I was warped by the selection of...

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Why I Am So Warped Part I

Born on the 18th day of April I was the second of what would be three boys. My older brother was now 18 months when I dropped in to say hello. My parents had no idea what they were getting ahold of which is...

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Love Comes To Everyone

There is a peace in you that comforts me. A joy your heart reveals. Your voice speaks softly and tenderly My weary soul it heals. You glance at me and time stands still all the world flies by. Your eyes...

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