BACK IN THE SADDLE

Thumbing his nose at calendar

The calendar said January, but the thermometer said spring.

Switching roles proved to be fun

The tables were turned.

Fire from twigs still serves purpose

Last week’s gusty winds brought twigs and small limbs down into our front yard.

Hike was a good first step to 2016

All I remember for sure is that it was cold. Very, very cold.

Silly Christmas present was a hoot

It was either the best Christmas ever or the silliest.

Worthy the new Star Wars film is

We walked in late.

Joy of Christmas is the act of giving

Kids, listen up.

Navigation systems should get lost

Does anyone really get lost anymore?

Toy stores carry a certain magic

There’s something about toy stores at Christmastime.

As one era ends, another begins

“It’s the end of an era,” the guy in California said.

Mother's smile brings back joy

At first, I wasn’t sure what I was watching. Then I saw my mother’s face smiling back at me.

Connection to Paris is still strong

Like most people, I’ve been thinking a lot about Paris the last few days.

Christmas tree has grown unwieldy

It took some doing, but the Christmas tree is finally in the house.

‘MacGyver’ solution saves paper

The phone call came just as I was finishing a late dinner.

Shocking scenes just aren't scary

Halloween is on the horizon, and the cable TV stations have blood and gore available with a click of the remote.
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