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The Art of Lying

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Coming East

When I was a child, my father, who was Head of Structures for Sikorsky Aircraft, used to take some interesting business trips.  When he would return, he always brought me trinkets, usually little gadgets from the vendors during conferences, and … Continue reading →

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The Empty Nest Blues

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Coming East

September 1.  Another school year has begun.  My grandchildren start next week and I know their mama is going to shed a little tear or two.  I know because I’ve weathered that emptiness before.  I remember helping our oldest son … Continue reading →

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Thou Shall Not Covet

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Coming East

Okay, I’ll admit it.  I’m coveting.  My little neighborhood has a civic league which awards the honor of “Best Yard of the Month” to a deserving home.  That yard even gets a sign that proclaims the award to anyone passing … Continue reading →

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Food, Glorious Food!

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Coming East

Yesterday I found out that Virginia Beach is finally going to get a Whole Foods Market.  In fact, it will be built so close to my house, I will be able to walk to it.  I was so excited, I … Continue reading →

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Antique Home Show

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Coming East

Last night my husband and I were watching Antique Road Show on Public Television, and we were amazed at how much money people’s old things were appraised at.  A man who bought some posters of railroads for a dollar could … Continue reading →

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A Mohair Moment

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Coming East

This post comes from a weekly memoir writing prompt provided by The Red Dress Club.  Write about an embarrassing moment. I have always loved storms, contrary to most children.  I remember standing at the screen door of my grandparents’ house … Continue reading →

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When I’m Sixty-four

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Coming East

“Good night, Darling.  Even if you don’t need me, I still love you.”  I rolled over in bed, closed my eyes, and waited.  I didn’t have to wait long.  After nearly forty years of marriage, my husband knows better than … Continue reading →

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Shouldn’t We Be Dead By Now?

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Coming East

“Stop!” I shouted. My five-year-old neighbor flinched, then froze as she stared at me in confusion. “Put that down and back away slowly!”  We had been playing with her bubble machine in my front yard, and her legs and hands … Continue reading →

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My Reality Needs Adjusting

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Coming East

I always feel underdressed when I play with my neighbors.  I mean, I’m wearing old shorts, dorky socks, and my granddaughter’s old hand-me-up Converses, and they’re dressed as a princess and a fairy (sans wings).  I really need to do … Continue reading →

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Well, It Seemed Like a Good Idea

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Coming East

The day we almost frightened our mother to death started out very much like today, a morning with a sparkling sky, so blue that it looked like it had just been painted and left to dry.  I’ll always remember it … Continue reading →

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