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Author Archives: Jon Long Sr
Wilma’s “Independence Day”
Good Morning, This morning brings news that my long time adopted Grandmother Wilma Keeney passed from this, to a world without tears and into the hands of God at about 1:00AM this morning. When I refer to adopted, it was … Continue reading
Life Without an Eraser
Fathers Day Good Morning, Jeanie shared a quote with me that apparently came from an unknown author. “Life is drawn without an eraser.” In looking it up, I came across this quote: “Life is the art of drawing without an … Continue reading
Thinking About Integrity
Good Morning, I have been thinking about Integrity. What does it really mean when we say someone has it or lacks it? Let’s start with some definitions I found: Definitions Of Integrity From the on-line free dictionary: In·teg·ri·ty ( n-t … Continue reading
Posted in Relationships, Thoughts, Weekend Letter
Tagged Divorce, Integrity, Red Baby Shoes
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Hardest Part of Being a Parent
Good Morning, Last weeks letter was based on one of the thirteen questions Michael had sent me in January last year. This week I have decided to take on the next one on the list. As I also stated, none … Continue reading
Pinewood Derby “1988”
Good Morning, Yesterday while rummaging through some stuff in the garage I came across a box that contained the Pinewood Derby cars from when Michael was in Cub Scouts. I don’t get rid of much as you know, so there … Continue reading
Mother’s Day & Mementos
Good Morning, Hallmark commercials tend to pick up just before Mother’s Day and there is no wonder since it is the third largest card-selling holiday in the country. While they all seem to audaciously pluck at the heartstrings in some … Continue reading
Posted in Childhood, Parenting, Weekend Letter
Tagged Mementos, Mother's Day
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Final Gifts and Puzzle Pieces
Good Morning, There are times and opportunities in your life that you should not miss. I’m not talking about those obvious times like holidays or birthdays, weddings or baptisms and vacations or graduations. Sure those are important and are certainly … Continue reading
Posted in Relationships, Thoughts, Weekend Letter
Tagged final gifts, missed opportunities, near death, questions
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Colored Pickled Easter Eggs
April 4, 2010 Good Morning, Today is Easter Sunday. A time for Easter Bunnies, Baby Chicks, Candy Baskets, Easter Bonnets and Lilies and of course, Pickled Easter Eggs. Well, ok, they are a little different admittedly, but frankly I get … Continue reading