Retiree anniversary
Sunrise Matanza Pass Fort Myer Beach Florida I once was a hard-working, career-minded son, military personnel, husband, father, civil service worker to survive and enjoy the fruits of forty years…
Sunrise Matanza Pass Fort Myer Beach Florida I once was a hard-working, career-minded son, military personnel, husband, father, civil service worker to survive and enjoy the fruits of forty years…
I want to start the first day of March 2018 with a cheerful hello to all of the followers of this site. For the next 30-days or so I'm developing…
Within the imaginations of everyone who's creative ideas and thoughts are inspired or influenced by anything seen on television, read in a book or magazine, can become a reality. MJL I…
When I began traveling in the late 80's upon a 1987 Kawasaki touring motorcycle around the US, I never created or was bewildered with a title for what I was…
For baby boomers, it is believed that upon a certain age exciting, interesting outdoor and athletics activities are limited, curtailed, or not done based on age. However, for the active…
Many years ago during my childhood, I was always my mother's accompanier. If she went to a funeral, of a friend, I went. Evening events at the church, I went,…
A writers' emotions are sparked and influenced by reading novels, their dreams, and many other inspirations. For the past two or three years, I have followed the online travel blogging…
The word pink is associated with romance, sweetness, and happiness, But the evolution of the word pink and its bright color has become associated with, breast cancer awareness. During the…
On a rainy Saturday, I was seated in the library reading Jane Eyre enjoying my afternoon tea, and biscuits when thunder, roared over the house with a streak of lightning…
Within seconds of Charlie's birth, the doctor, and I was shocked to see his dark brown eyes searching the room, his surroundings and finally fixating on me. That moment seared…
I have traveled across the US via motorcycle for well over twenty years along the two-lane asphalt, dirt and gravel roads tying the small towns of America together, like knots…
I'm no hero. I acted upon instinct pulling Mrs. Harris from her car after she collided with the fence. Everyone says I'm a hero, but I don't fell like one.…
The yearly winter carnival held on Lake George, in upstate New York, has produced many fish and sledding tales that have become legendary folklore. But during the 1967 winter carnival,…
Closing your eyes brings to light the vision of what can be imagined to be constructed. Construct, build, develop, are the foundation of dreams and possibilities the imagination conjures. To…
Some things in life can become mythical within my thoughts. My hiking experiences encompass several decades as a Boy Scout, hiking trails in middle and southern Missouri. To becoming a…
Life's easiest options are breathing, and waking up to a new day. The hardest options are focusing on what to do, and finding the discipline to do what we imagined…
After a horribly stressful shift as a firefighter captain. Donald Treshman decided to stop at a local convenience store and purchase a pack cigarettes for the first time in 17…
During my teenage years around the mid to late 70's I was told to feather my hair since it was the style of the time. However as time passed into…
It is often said, "Flattery will get you nowhere." However, I believe a little or a lot of honest and sincere flattery will go a long way to please a…
The ACME Ladder Corporation recognized their oldest employee Oscar Stephenson's 43 years of service and his retirement to become official at the close of business with a retirement party. After…
Passion and love are intertwined around the roots of commitment. Commitment is the prehistoric Red Wood Tree with roots mixed with love and passion. So, when your passionate desires are…
What would be the radical experiences to capture morning photos of the sunrise at a place called Silver Lake at Brighton Utah, 8000 feet above sea level? I never thought…
Once upon a time in a far away city, I attended an NBA basketball game. Seated with a beer in my right hand and peanuts between my legs I was…
So, life is relatively easy. You are born, you love parents, family friends, and caregivers Follow the basic moral rules of life, don't lie, cheat, steal, or harm another person…
Reach is a movement every human has completed. However, the word reach is used more as a metaphor referring to an object or action in poetry, love letters and everyday…
The surface of life is easily visible to the human eye. Fear prevents verbal interaction which would build discoveries. Our surface is what we project. Fear of self-reflection to discover…
Maybe is the word parents use with their second or third born child who asks, can they have a tiger or lion. Maybe is the word teenagers use when…
Several days ago, I wrote separate responses for Wordpress daily word prompts for the words "stubborn," "praise," "muse," "crave," "profound," and "apology." As I formulated my thoughts, I recognized the…
I have taken many journeys across the US either by car, motorcycle, and tractor trailer. During all of my travel's my family and my mother, in particular, worried about me…
Elusive are my thoughts when writing. Elusive is my focus when reading. Elusive are the photos I want to capture. Elusive are my attempts when trying to achieve what I…
Seeking the safety of a Sanctuary from family, friends, job, the world, or an enemy can take place in many locations. Sanctuaries within the mind can bring inward peacefulness, essential…
Many people around the world are pressed for time, don't have enough time, and some run out of time. We all have a certain amount of time on this planet,…
Punishment is a form of revenge for victims who suffers directly from an offense. However, others who become aware of the offense, by sight or knowledge usually voice their opinions…
The things we leave behind are the things we collected because they were the must-haves of the moment. After fifteen trips to the local Good-Will store, to drop off the…
Depth is the measurement from the furthest point to another. The depths of your love for another can never be measured, and love can last forever. The depths of hate…
As a structured life planner, I have always prepared and planned for the unpredictable, and yet the unforeseen most often takes place. My retiree lifestyle has changed my philosophy because…
Storms within the mind, Storms of the heart, Storms gripping the soul Storms around you, or Storms above. Storms come and will eventually go away. Wordpress daily word prompt
Everyone's life is a journey, whether they know it or not. A journey for some people is considered a chore, or hindrance, preventing enjoyment of life. For others, their journey…
During a crisis, the coward utilizing their thoughts will dismantle and shirk their honor, duty, and responsibility to whomever or whatever the cause. Their cowardice Heart and Soul will unite…
Because of humans inability to see in the darkness, the human imagination compensates and creates fear and mystery of the unknown of what their eyes cannot see. Hundreds if not…
Autonomy is a word used by organizations in political disagreements, against countries, and independent groups rebelling against the establishment. Autonomy is a concept found in moral, political and bioethical philosophy.…
The various reasons voyages are taken range from curiosity to seeking what's' over the next hill, seeking adventure to explore places unknown, a pilgrimage of self-reflection and sometimes you just…
Oh, how I would love to live on an island. I was offered the opportunity to live on an island off the coast of Key West when I received a…
The empty feelings when a loved one is no longer in your life. The empty feelings when love is not present. The empty feelings when all hope is lost. Reach out…
Time is motion, always moving never stopping, moments pass into minutes, into hours, into days, weeks, months, and years. Seeing children grow into adults, we ask where did the time…
The struggle is a word repeatedly used to describe or defines an individual or team endeavor, of trying hard bending over backward, displaying their forcefulness, to produce a strong or…
A large part of my life for many years I worked at my father's business rebuilding car motors and transmissions, yet, it was my first teenager date when I understood my…
Embarrassing moments take place throughout life, and every time I see someone spill a liquid in their lap, I think of the horribly awkward moment when I returned from the…
The world needs to eat from a three layered marble cake of understanding, tolerance, and compromise covered with tastefully sweet rainbow icing on a platter of love as its foundation.…
The sight of most mountains stirs within some humans the desire to explore a trail to conquered and stand upon the summit. As you walk along a path, crossing the…
Looking into a mirror many humans see something they are not. Denying the color of thy eyes Denying the color of thy skin, Denying thy age Denying thy weight Denying…
When life gives, your lemons make something else. Tell us about a time you used an object to resolve a tricky situation in an unorthodox way. Every morning awakening with…
Tell us about a time when you were left on your own, to fend for yourself in an overwhelming situation — on the job, at home, at school. What was…
Courage to overcome life's obstacles is essential, however, what motivators are used to begin and sustain the courage to overcome? Awakening from what I hope was a nightmare is all…
Tell us about something you’ve tried to quit. Did you go cold turkey, or for a gradual change? Did it stick? In the early 1980’s, I was in the Army,…
When you're unwell, do you allow others to take care of you, or do you prefer to soldier on alone? What does it take for you to ask for help?…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Saved by the Bell." Tell us about a time when you managed to extract yourself from a sticky situation at the very last…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Grand Slam." In your own life, what would be the equivalent of a walk-off home run? (For the baseball-averse, that’s a last-minute,…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Journey." Tell us about a journey — whether a physical trip you took, or an emotional one. I have taken many journey’s…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Your Life, the Book." From a famous writer or celebrity, to a WordPress.com blogger or someone close to you — who would you…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Too Big To Fail." Tell us about something you would attempt if you were guaranteed not to fail (and tell us why you…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Fight or Flight." Write about your strongest memory of a heart-pounding, belly-twisting nervousness: what caused the adrenaline? Was it justified? How did…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Burnt." Remember this prompt, when your home was on fire and you got to save five items? That means you left a…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Burning Down the House." Your home is on fire. Grab five items (assume all people and animals are safe). What did you grab?…
The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Bone of Contention." Pick a contentious issue about which you care deeply — it could be the same-sex marriage debate, or just a disagreement you’re…
I have a dream! Dr. King's birthday is January 15, however the federal holiday is celebrated today, Monday, January 19, 2015. Let's all take a moment to reflect upon the…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Daring Do." Tell us about the time you rescued someone else (person or animal) from a dangerous situation. What happened? How did…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "My Hero." Who’s your hero? Tell us a story about why that person plays such an important role in your life. The…
In response to the Daily Post's writing prompt: "Sweet Little Lies." As kids, we’re told, time and again, that lying is wrong. Do you think that’s always true? In your…
The daily prompt from Stream of Consciousness, is "Present" There are many thing that come to mind with the word prompt "Present". With the Christmas holiday approaching, I recognized…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Make It Anywhere." “If I can make it there, I’ll make it anywhere,” goes the famous song about New York City. Is there…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Ready, Set, Done!." Now I have been a little absent for the past several days as I push forward in my attempt…
(Daily Prompt) If “failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor” (Truman Capote), how spicy do you like your success stories? Success stories are a dime a dozen in fiction…
In response to The Daily Post's writing prompt: "Nightmare Job." In honor of Labor Day in North America, tell us what’s the one job you could never imagine yourself doing.…
A second #Royal Baby will soon be joining the Windsor in England. Given the choice, would you rather be heir to the throne, or the (probably) off-the-hook sibling? I would…
Can you keep a secret? Have you ever — intentionally or not — spilled the beans (when you should’ve stayed quiet)? Well of course I have, I did it a…
Advantage of Foresight (Daily prompt)You’ve been granted the power to predict the future!The catch — each time you use your power, it costs you one day (as in, you’ll live…
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