Monthly Archives: July 2015

Tears 30 July 2015

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Sally Gerard

What makes me cry: Love so strong that it holds through all things brings me to tears. I think that’s why Hallmark commercials bring my weep out; why the Folger’s commercial when the son comes home unannounced from war fills … Continue reading →

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Fabrication 28 July 2015

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I did a writing prompt with my students which was simple: write about a lie. I remember sitting there, pen in hand, and the blank page in front me was getting longer and longer. I finally began with the prompt … Continue reading →

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Horses 23 July 2015

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I fell in love with horses at birth as far as I know. That is the only explanation for my lifelong obsession with my equine friends. I don’t know the first time I ever saw a horse up close and … Continue reading →

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Waverly 21 July 2015

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Sally Gerard

On this grey, rainy morning, I remember the bright blue skies of the antique power show at Waverly and meeting up with good friends again. And enjoying a walk through the past with family. And those chocolate malts! I wonder … Continue reading →

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Faith 16 July 2015

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I have faith in the turning of the seasons, in the wind and in the rising and setting of the sun. I have faith in things seen and unseen, laughter and joy, angels and the Holy Spirit. I have faith … Continue reading →

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Change 15 July 2015

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Generally, I hate change. I go into change kicking and screaming. I know this is not the healthiest way to evolve, but it is my way. I do come around, after some time has passed, and then either love it … Continue reading →

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A Perfect Friend 14 July 2015

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Sally Gerard

My perfect friend knows me, know all of my faults and loves me still. Knows all of my annoying habits and loves me still. Knows my deepest secrets and judges not. Knows my odd little quirks and laughs at them. … Continue reading →

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Numbers 8 July 2015

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I don’t think numbers have special powers, but certain numbers do have meaning, like the date of your birth, anniversaries, the death of one you loved, or dates of great accomplishments. Many of these give us reason to celebrate or … Continue reading →

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Teeny Tiny 5 July 2015

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Teeny tiny things that make me happy: hot coffee brewing, hot fudge sundaes with extra hot fudge, hot horse breath on my neck. Teeny tiny things that annoy me: the car in front of me not speeding as fast as … Continue reading →

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Dawn 1 July 2015

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Just this morning I was struck again at the arrival of dawn in all its pink-orange glory. It comes slowly, humbly-not at all a huge trumpeting fanfare; tenderly it comes, and should you choose not to notice, you’ll miss it. … Continue reading →

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