Author Archives: Jim

A Plague On Both Your Houses

Election falls on November 7th this year. For the first time I will be exercising my right as a U.S. citizen to vote in the town of Woodbury. The polling location is in our Town Hall. Town Hall is a … Continue reading →

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It Ain’t Much, But…

Egyptian Pharaohs were the master immigrants. They spent their entire life planning for their move into the next life. And importantly, what they would bring. After all, this was no small trip. The “here after” takes alot of planning. You … Continue reading →

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Candlesticks, Balalaika & a Decoration

She smiled and said, “you know, we spend our entire lives either being a refugee or an immigrant… we are either cast out, or chose to leave…” I found this strange idea coming from someone who lived on the same … Continue reading →

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Writing & Thinking About Dad

I no longer use lengthy runs on the treadmill as a laboratory for writing. Sweating on long runs has been replaced by my 52 minute drive from Woodbury to Norwalk and the 54 minute drive from Nowalk to Woodbury. Funny, … Continue reading →

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