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Bumble Be Big
“Bumble”. He’s 14 months young, … and huge. Walking by his rather small car cradle the other day outside Sam’s Club, I was drawn to Bumble’s puppy face. You would’ve been, too, had the owner’s permission been granted in your favor as well. The kind gentleman loading boxes of goodies into the back of a… Read more
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A Coffee Intermission
Mug contents unknown. Known, however, is the holder of this hot beverage vessel. She is a friend who allowed my use of her picture. I saw it on FB and asked permission … as is protocol when I come across one I’d like to share that is undeniably unique. I don’t believe Katie expected a… Read more
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Why Such a Tiny Signum
Latin is not loaded on my language baked potato. Smooth, melancholy melty music, yes. A dash of algebraic indulgence? Absolutely! Perhaps some salty, humerous sarcasm at times. All of these enhance a fluffy tuber of spoken word experiences during my daily go-abouts. I can hear music, figure out simple quadratic equations, or consider an edgy… Read more
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A Little Sweetness
Some call me sweetly sentimental. Some may agree with sweet – perhaps some only sentimental. Those close enough to be great friends drop all the niceties and stick with a simply sarcastic, “You’re kinda weird”. I concur as I am aware it is only meant as the nicest gesture possible … and with that I… Read more
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Calling Earth to Saturn
Two hours and forty-nine minutes. I was still for nearly three hours last night. Sleep is one activity requiring this length of time. Very few other life push-throughs keep my attention for that span. Maybe getting records together for taxes every year? Let’s carve out all the ugly stuff like that and focus on merriment.… Read more
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Calling It a Nice Day
Today was a really nice day. Compared to most days recently, the outdoor human experience sunned itself favorably. A mere 55+ degrees fell happily upon most of us who delighted in a walking a few steps around town. During my walk time this afternoon, a mid-day thought dawned on me. I haven’t written any kind… Read more
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It’s Been Some Time
Yes, some time – and this will be a short entry. Tomorrow evening, I’ll be performing a benefit concert to raise money for UPMC Hospice. The programs are printed, flowers arranged to be delivered, clothing finely draped over my chair ready to be worn, and a piano awaiting my arrival at 6:30. I can’t wait,… Read more
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Funerals and the Living
I’m at a funeral this morning. Another casket, one more service behind the organ. More hymns than normal for my friend who died. She requested my “organized pianistic” presence at her pre-final rest service here. I’m honored to be a part. A part, here, with the living. Old and young, big and tall. We’re here… Read more
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Look Up
It was steak tips and fries – for the second time in three days. Yes, they are delicious. The salad bar and Pepsi Zero adding to their sizzle, these platter meat and starch necessities have been a Wednesday and occasional Saturday staple. Friends meeting for casual conversation … and the same, predictable waitress we ask… Read more
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Me and Adolph
I’m working in the lot outside a local pretzel factory today. Twisted, I am not. A bit salty, my attitude always. This local business is a world-wide distributor of “bretzels” … a fine alliteration – if you will – of a sodium laden snack and German baked pastry tied up in a knot. Generations have… Read more
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Peace In The Wind
This remarkable image is courtesy of Kimberly Calderwood … and Lancaster County in Southern Pennsylvania near the Susquehanna River. The former is a dear friend who captured this gorgeous picture. The latter a beautiful part of our state I don’t travel through ever … shame on me. Shame on me for not taking the time… Read more
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Row 12 and June
I’m sitting behind a hot grill. The sun’s heat – on this 90-degree day – makes the still air surrounding me feel like I’m slow-cooking. Perhaps an invisible large crock envelops this hot dawg cart outside WalMart as busy shoppers scoot by toward their sun-baked automobiles. The sign by me, “Row 12”, guides my thoughts.… Read more
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Eleven Windows
We are in the middle of a major renovation. Our sanctuary no longer has carpet, pews, or an alter gracing its space on the corner of Union and Allegheny. Wooden sub-floors, a tightly sealed organ, and chandeliers will greet you if visiting in your future. Bare it is – as it should be. Our planning/renovation… Read more
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It’s Christmas Eve, After All
It’s Christmas Eve. 5:24, to be exact. I am sitting on my little red chair beside the organ at Zion Lutheran Church. A break in the service as a sermon is about to begin. No worries. I have two more services tonight to catch up with the Pastor’s message. Already, I have almost missed the… Read more
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Franco, Mom, and Me
When the news came, I was shocked – just as you most likely were. He was a legend in Western Pennsylvania. Still is. His unexpected death has not changed anyone’s opinion of this man’s accomplishments on, and off, fields of play and business. He is Franco … the only black and gold #32 most of… Read more
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Why This and Not That?
Over the course of a normal life, what happened last night was insignificant. At the moment, however, the difference between bowls of Italian wedding soup and chili was noteworthy. I ordered chili and then immediately regretted my decision once a bowl of wedding soup sat deliciously next to me … to be supped up by… Read more
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