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A Stare For Rachel

Posted on January 6, 2007 by Jim

“Pass” “Pass” “Pass” A few seconds waiting for a bid in Bridge can turn into an eternity.  Sherman (that was my Dad) asked, “Well?” No answer.  Sherman waits for another few seconds while Rachel re-arranges her hand for the third … Continue reading →

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Beaky Turns the Page

Posted on December 30, 2006 by Jim

It surprised the rest of us that Beaky even got in to see The Queeg. The Queeg just happens to be the most important Pigeon in our District (and that covered all of Norwalk, most of Westport, some of New … Continue reading →

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One Day Among Many

Posted on December 27, 2006 by Jim

Let me begin by saying that Big Mike always looked up to Lou, or “One Eyed Louie” as he was better known in our parts. And Mike looked up to him in more ways than one… first off, Big Mike … Continue reading →

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Something for Under the Tree

Posted on December 21, 2006 by Jim

When Christer Fuglesang of Sweden joined the Mission Crew of Shuttle STS-116, he was armed with his “Christmas List”. It was a list that was the result of careful thought and planning. Christer has been involved in Space Programs since … Continue reading →

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