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The Land of Painted Caves by Jean M. Auel

Posted June 20, 2010 by CJ | Category: Diversions
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The sixth book of Jean M. Auel’s saga following Ayla from prehistoric adventure to adventure is available for pre-order. For fans of the Earth’s Children series, this will definitely be a must-have. more…

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A Day For New Beginnings

Posted May 9, 2010 by CJ | Category: Journal
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A full day. A family member’s retirement bash combined with saying good-bye to one of the treasured young women in my life. more…

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Witnessing the First Moon Landing

Posted July 20, 2009 by CJ | Category: Journal
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On July 20, 1969, two men landed and walked on the Moon. For the first time, we were the aliens. I got to witness this extraordinary event. But I almost missed it. more…

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Things That Have Made Me Happy

Posted January 13, 2009 by CJ | Category: Musings
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Once you’ve lived long enough, and have a lot of memories in the ol’ grouch bag, it’s hard not to pause every now and then to consider that unique collection that adds up to your life. Like you, I have a variety of event-mementos good, bad, and hard to define. Mostly, though, I prefer to pull out those things that still make me smile. more…

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