tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.comments2019-06-08T04:17:54.587-04:00Behind A Dirty WindshieldUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-40231180194626379932012-02-26T08:59:20.893-05:002012-02-26T08:59:20.893-05:00Well actually I sent one off and it got rejected, ...Well actually I sent one off and it got rejected, maybe I'll try again but found this other stuff is way more profitable, which isn't saying much.Imjustmusinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11691947431672794942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-1041269827653156832012-02-26T05:01:27.560-05:002012-02-26T05:01:27.560-05:00Now get some of your short stories out there. They...Now get some of your short stories out there. They were always nice reading .Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-17747836143206111712011-11-05T12:57:55.719-04:002011-11-05T12:57:55.719-04:00I feel so bad that you were without power for so l...I feel so bad that you were without power for so long.<br /><br />I live in South Florida and have experienced living without power after hurricanes so I understand your discomfort.<br /><br />I'm glad that you are safe and the ordeal is over now.Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04718940729278446028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-50821364872372853832011-10-08T12:23:15.409-04:002011-10-08T12:23:15.409-04:00My sympathies... and you raise an excellent point ...My sympathies... and you raise an excellent point about growing old... Take care of yourself, Paul.Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-89906927447791324812011-09-29T00:05:28.804-04:002011-09-29T00:05:28.804-04:00I think that the Mistress of the House has had som...I think that the Mistress of the House has had some influence on your new humor..!Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-91058710504244565672011-09-11T23:27:16.194-04:002011-09-11T23:27:16.194-04:00Yup... it is only 'stuff'... started schoo...Yup... it is only 'stuff'... started school and I still don't know what I want to be... just turned 44, so thinking I am going to find a vocation and become wealthy through it is out of the question... so why do it..? Because, that's why..!<br /><br />You and Tonya take care!<br /><br />Love & Rockets!<br />MarkBig Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-61775797045794857302011-08-13T18:44:56.288-04:002011-08-13T18:44:56.288-04:00Good luck Paul. I hope that your decision will ev...Good luck Paul. I hope that your decision will eventually allow you peace of mind and to grow.<br /><br />I will have my fingers crossed for you!!Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-71857159316942672422011-08-07T09:34:24.050-04:002011-08-07T09:34:24.050-04:00I love you dad, and I completely understand what y...I love you dad, and I completely understand what you are saying. It also give me a little glimpse into your heart that I don't often see. It is an adjustment for me also. Growing up I never thought my parents wouldn't always be together, but now as an adult, a parent, and a divorcee, I have a whole new outlook. I just want my parents to be happy and support whatever decision they make that ensures that. I am grateful for all my happy childhood memories, and u hope someday my boys will say the same thing about theirs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-54791748873199718302011-07-06T18:35:49.480-04:002011-07-06T18:35:49.480-04:00It certainly is.It certainly is.Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-83224170122732291562011-06-03T20:58:19.565-04:002011-06-03T20:58:19.565-04:00Yes, I need to buy some batteries as well! Flashl...Yes, I need to buy some batteries as well! Flashlights too, actually. As far as the questions in your last paragraph; I think these things just happen and God has nothing to do with it. You will drive yourself crazy if you spend too much time thinking otherwise.<br /><br />Speaking of God, I am spending the day sorting donations at a church tomorrow. I didn't get struck by lightening this past Sunday, so I'm guessing it's safe to continue. Fancy that.Ameliahttp://www.techwithoutwalls.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-80864383714809566802011-06-03T04:26:10.707-04:002011-06-03T04:26:10.707-04:00Thanks for your thoughts Mark. What was interestin...Thanks for your thoughts Mark. What was interesting about this storm, was the sky never did get "funky". I have always heard that would happen, which is why I thought a tornado was not coming. The other thing is here in New England you really don't have any kind of "line of sight" there are too many trees and hills.<br /><br />On my way home from work, I drove through some of the areas which were hit, and realized one of the two which came through my town was less than a mile from me.Imjustmusinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11691947431672794942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-78010474856461300132011-06-03T00:18:13.400-04:002011-06-03T00:18:13.400-04:00Having grown up in the Midwest I have grown accust...Having grown up in the Midwest I have grown accustomed to tornado watches and warnings. I live in a suburb west of Detroit where tornadoes seem to spring up out of the ground. I'd bet the change in air pressure accounted for the 'calm before the storm' you were observing.<br /><br />I am glad that you and your loved ones did not get hurt and yes, the next time you hear about a tornado in the area STAY IN. A couple of years ago a tornado touched down in my neighborhood and I happened to be on my bike in the streets at a branch library. When I decided to head for home, the sky had that 'look' and I stayed at the library. The storm struck and for 15 minutes it looked as if the sky opened up so someone could pour water on the city. Then it ended, just as quietly as it started.<br /><br />On my way home I had to dodge tree branches and all manner of debris. Then I turned into the subdivision I shared with the Mooks and man, devastation! Fortunately, due to the quirkiness of tornadoes, our wing of the subdivision was spared. The folks on the eastern edge, eh, not so much.<br /><br />While your storm was more fluky (or it could be global warming... you never say never, cause you KNOW it just might be that!), the NEXT set of warning, be careful and take cover.<br /><br />L&R<br />MarkBig Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-46978894426727732642011-05-28T17:41:14.489-04:002011-05-28T17:41:14.489-04:00My deepest condolences...My deepest condolences...Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-90443283213496706402011-05-28T11:25:20.972-04:002011-05-28T11:25:20.972-04:00I am so sorry to hear this. It's really good ...I am so sorry to hear this. It's really good that you have the memories though, and time was spent with him while he was here with us. <br /><br />I understand too about dwelling on the past. I do too much of that too, but, like you, there were many good times & warm summer days without a care in the world. And our society was so much better then than now.<br /><br />You and your family will be in my prayers. I wish there was something I could do to help.Dirkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04794945973074374935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-28737922354393762412011-04-18T17:05:16.991-04:002011-04-18T17:05:16.991-04:00And I am glad for you both, Paul. The two of you ...And I am glad for you both, Paul. The two of you deserve the happiness and companionship that you now share with each other.Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-79493913830184349362011-04-18T08:40:31.964-04:002011-04-18T08:40:31.964-04:00Well said. Too often today there are those who fea...Well said. Too often today there are those who fear acknowledging the touch of God's hand in our lives.Reconciliohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03062430343428782386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-19252148782703666092011-04-02T11:49:17.915-04:002011-04-02T11:49:17.915-04:00We make that trip twice a year now... living in bo...We make that trip twice a year now... living in both worlds as we take care of my husbands mother. It can be a long drive and women also talk on their bluetooth phones in the stalls. I thought this dame was asking for toilet paper once but soon realized she was chatting with a co-worker on the phone... I flushed twice! LOL One day at a time with the changes. Remind me that I said that when I am back up north all summer living in our condo with a MIL with dementia. OY!very_inky_fingershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05814574131953865911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-90621163108823843602010-12-14T20:05:24.834-05:002010-12-14T20:05:24.834-05:00What a fantastic piece Paul. Thank you for writin...What a fantastic piece Paul. Thank you for writing it.Johnhttp://www.objectivenation.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-38440737476822833802010-12-14T19:58:04.130-05:002010-12-14T19:58:04.130-05:00Amen, GOD is GOOD.........Amen, GOD is GOOD.........Sherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14278180508931043439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-10137179332754320842010-11-27T05:51:30.449-05:002010-11-27T05:51:30.449-05:00Mark, my life definitely took a turn for the bette...Mark, my life definitely took a turn for the better when I met Tonya. Before then I just existed, now I live.Imjustmusinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11691947431672794942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-5430594420914932742010-11-26T21:34:27.899-05:002010-11-26T21:34:27.899-05:00I am glad for the both of you, Paul. I may be spe...I am glad for the both of you, Paul. I may be speaking out of turn a touch, but would you say that your life took a turn for the better when you and Tonya got together? Dealt with trials but look at you! Dare say I, you are happier now in all the time I have been reading your journal. <br /><br />Be well and enjoy the holiday season!Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-68166412739936286402010-09-02T22:05:28.674-04:002010-09-02T22:05:28.674-04:00I don't think you 'look back' too much...I don't think you 'look back' too much or without reason. I think that is what helped you hold on to the house on the lake, because of the memories and the history.<br /><br />Now you get to share it with your lady love... I can only hope to be so lucky!!Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-62033309270258869722010-08-29T18:52:48.733-04:002010-08-29T18:52:48.733-04:00Ice fishing does not seem sporting at all. Maybe ...Ice fishing does not seem sporting at all. Maybe the big challenge is dealing with the weather. That, and dumb luck.Big Mark 243https://www.blogger.com/profile/10974573439218884164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-67842256699687265362010-08-26T18:54:17.847-04:002010-08-26T18:54:17.847-04:00Very thoughtful post, Paul. I enjoyed it. My wife...Very thoughtful post, Paul. I enjoyed it. My wife and I too have the little house on the (other) lake that has been in my family for many years. I do a lot of thinking at home.Nick DaDalthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12959902530873075976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-131698634900122161.post-51864332290613843072010-08-15T13:16:35.772-04:002010-08-15T13:16:35.772-04:00I guess you couldn't enjoy any quiet time!I guess you couldn't enjoy any quiet time!Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04718940729278446028noreply@blogger.com