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Memoir

Personal essays and life stories drawn from decades of experience.

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A faded portrait painting of a young man in a flannel shirt
Memoir

The Painting of Me

A memoir exploring a father's painting and the complex emotions tied to family and identity.

August 22, 20213 min read
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A tropical peninsula under bright sun
Memoir

Living Life Alive

A memoir reflecting on serene tropical life, powerful storms, and peaceful nights by the sea.

February 23, 20193 min read
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Old Victorian haunted house surrounded by large oak trees
Family History

Dad's Haunted House

A spooky Victorian house on Prospect Street filled with antiques and family memories, bought by Dad and steeped in eerie charm.

October 8, 201711 min read
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Palm fronds swaying in a tropical rainstorm in Florida
Memoir

Out-boxed

A rainy Florida afternoon sparks a deep reflection on living inside your head and understanding oneself.

September 22, 20173 min read
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Snowy road during a winter night drive
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My favorite passenger

A winter night drive with Christmas presents stirs memories of family, home, and quiet reflection in Michigan’s cold.

December 7, 20165 min read
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Teenagers enjoying summer in 1970s
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Cosmic love Kathleen

Remembering 1977’s youthful invincibility, love, and music that shaped a lifetime of memories and dreams.

September 28, 20165 min read
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City rooftop at night with friends
Memoir

This will never get old

R. Kelly’s anthem and rooftop nights capture the timeless spirit of youth and friendship in this reflective memoir.

February 27, 20163 min read
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View of pine trees and distant office buildings from a parking lot
Reflections

A Perimeter Parting

Remembering the Dunwoody HBO & Company building and the view of pine trees and the Darth Vader building in the distance.

May 5, 20122 min read
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Stack of unpaid speeding tickets and vehicle documents
Memoir

Bring me back the coach

Navigating speeding tickets, lost registrations, and police mix-ups in a chaotic week-long journey to bring back the coach.

November 20, 20113 min read
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Crowded student section at Doak Campbell Stadium
Memoir

The Unconquered

Watching a football game at Doak Campbell Stadium, I recall the joy of parents’ weekend and living fully in the moment.

November 6, 20113 min read
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Soldier climbing off a Higgins boat into Normandy waters
Family History

Call of Duty

My father’s uncle faced bullets on D-Day, June 6, 1944, in the freezing Normandy waters, a story of sacrifice and family legacy.

October 9, 20115 min read
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Man getting a haircut in a bright salon
Memoir

Hair

In a salon, a playful voice trims eyebrows, sparking reflections on identity and change.

October 8, 20114 min read
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Memoir

Time Traveler

A poetic journey through a sultry South Florida afternoon, rich with summer scents and nostalgic memories.

July 10, 20112 min read
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Secluded fishing hole surrounded by tall weeds and trees in Indiana
Family History

Citronella

A nostalgic look at Dad’s favorite fishing hole, evoking the charm of Wind in the Willows’ Hundred Acre Woods.

January 29, 20115 min read
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Farmhouse and farmland with cows and horses near Salem Heights
Family History

Gus

A heartfelt memoir about Gus and his wife living on a sprawling farm near Salem Heights.

December 26, 20104 min read
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Sunlit cracked sidewalk and weeds along Macintosh Road
Memoir

By any other name

A nostalgic ride on a rickety bike along Macintosh Road, capturing the heat and small moments of summer.

May 22, 20103 min read
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Child’s bicycle leaning against a tree on a sunny day
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Your best day

Some days sneak up and stay forever—this is a memory of one such day, a thief of innocence.

May 19, 20102 min read
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New hotel near faded red barns and old missile base on highway
Memoir

Tucker's hotel

Driving past faded barns and old missile bases, the new Tucker’s Hotel stands quietly between history and now.

April 23, 20103 min read
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Andrew clutching his Batman toy outside the Deerfield barber shop
Family History

Two Face the Barber

Andrew's first haircut in Deerfield unfolds with family warmth and childhood bravery, a memorable rite of passage across the railroad tracks.

February 13, 20105 min read
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Father and son driving together on a Florida road
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Someday

A son confides in his father about his dream to live independently someday, capturing a tender family moment.

January 7, 20104 min read
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Young man with glasses helping a customer at a tech store
Memoir

That One Phone Call

A young bookworm’s first job at Dayton Mall blends tech and literature, recalling a pre-Kindle world of discovery.

December 12, 20094 min read
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Group practicing injections on navel oranges in hospital room
Memoir

When you find yourself

Training to vaccinate children in challenging conditions, a story of innocence, growth, and profound change.

December 4, 20094 min read
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Teen boy in a heavy prep jacket at high school
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The Birth of Venus

A high school memory of feeling scrawny despite eating well, intertwined with work experiences and youthful reflections.

December 4, 20094 min read
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Sax Hotel building in downtown Chicago on a cold November day
Memoir

Already Out of There

A chilly November day at Chicago’s Sax Hotel near Marina Towers, blending urban architecture and personal reflection.

November 19, 20093 min read
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Children riding bikes and playing outside on a quiet suburban street
Family History

Growing up gator

A nostalgic memoir of growing up on Esmond Street, where childhood was full of outdoor games and long summer days.

November 10, 20094 min read
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Grainy black-and-white image from JFK assassination documentary
Memoir

Photoshop Camelot

A reflection on the JFK assassination documentary and its lasting impact on generations.

October 26, 20093 min read
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Family History

Rocket Man

Introducing Rocket, our adopted dog from Sarasota, already a beloved and lively family member.

October 24, 20091 min read
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