Tales of a Family

The Better Grade Incident

Published on September 15, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

Many friends were heading to nearby Santa Rosa JC. To me, this only sounded like High School part 2. Others were going to a real university, which I just did not see working for me.

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IDK, What Do You Want To Do

Published on September 2, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

I came away with my own answer to the question of what I wanted to do that day. I wanted to keep living carefree days just like this one, for as long as possible.

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September Themes

Published on September 2, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

Water Adventures

Published on August 2, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

My family was big on almost anything having to do with playing in the water. We romped with wild abandon at Petaluma’s new huge pool where (sadly) they used to have 4 diving boards with a 12 foot deep end to dive into. The diving boards are gone, and with them went one more tool for making great childhood memories. Here’s what our diving boards looked like.

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In Over my Head

Published on July 24, 2019July 25, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant10 Comments

“So, what, just try it. C’mon, Honey!” My granddaughter challenged.
The tilt of her head, the gleam in her eyes, and the smile on her face was a dare all on its own.

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Fourth of July Memory

Published on July 22, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant3 Comments

The Fourth of July brings the pride of America to the forefront. No matter what the flavor or tone of the political scene, July 4th is every American’s birthday party. Lucky for us the forefathers declared independence in the summer when days are ripe for picnics, parades, and spangly celebrations.

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August Themes

Published on July 15, 2019July 24, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant6 Comments

As summer slowly slips away, now would be a great time to share your favorite summertime memories. Remember to share your stories.

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Recalling a Great Friendship

Published on July 13, 2019July 13, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

May 21, 2019 was not a good day. I lost a great friend that day and have been trying to devise a way to honor her memory.

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My Penngrove Pivot

Published on July 12, 2019July 12, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

I dug my fingers and sneaker toe tips into the rock face and hoped that no wind would kick up to threaten my grip on this wet rocky wall. I paused just long enough to wonder what I was thinking when I slipped over the edge and began a free climb down this cliff.

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Sizzle

Published on July 12, 2019July 11, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

With the theme of hot summer nights, what could be better than a poem entitled “Sizzle.” Her use of imagery makes her poem come alive. Please take a moment to read this poem by KTC. Sizzle

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