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Sue W. Martin

    Archive | eqb

    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    By smartin
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    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    By smartin
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    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    By smartin
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    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
    Continue Reading They Continue To Serve
    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
    Continue Reading That All May Read

    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    By smartin
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    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
    Continue Reading Exhibit Hall Madness
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    By smartin
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    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
    Continue Reading Waiting for rain
    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    By smartin
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    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
    Continue Reading The Magic of Camp Nakanawa
    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
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    By smartin
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    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
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    By smartin
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    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
    Continue Reading Two Remarkable Veterans
    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
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    By smartin
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          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
    Continue Reading Zipping Through the Treetops
    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
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    By smartin
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    1 Comment
    Today, Jeri retires from a thirty-nine year career with Veterans Affairs. We’ll miss her. I’ve never known anyone who embodies the ideals of customer service so perfectly. I first met…
    Continue Reading Jeri

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    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    By smartin
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    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
    Continue Reading They Continue To Serve
    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
    Continue Reading That All May Read

    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
    Continue Reading Exhibit Hall Madness
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
    Continue Reading Waiting for rain
    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
    Continue Reading The Magic of Camp Nakanawa
    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
    Continue Reading Two Remarkable Veterans
    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
    Continue Reading Zipping Through the Treetops
    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
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    By smartin
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    1 Comment
    Today, Jeri retires from a thirty-nine year career with Veterans Affairs. We’ll miss her. I’ve never known anyone who embodies the ideals of customer service so perfectly. I first met…
    Continue Reading Jeri

    Posts pagination

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    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
    Continue Reading They Continue To Serve
    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
    Continue Reading That All May Read

    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
    Continue Reading Exhibit Hall Madness
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
    Continue Reading Waiting for rain
    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
    Continue Reading The Magic of Camp Nakanawa
    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
    Continue Reading Two Remarkable Veterans
    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
    Continue Reading Zipping Through the Treetops
    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    1 Comment
    Today, Jeri retires from a thirty-nine year career with Veterans Affairs. We’ll miss her. I’ve never known anyone who embodies the ideals of customer service so perfectly. I first met…
    Continue Reading Jeri

    Posts pagination

    Previous Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Next Page

    Archive | eqb

    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
    Continue Reading They Continue To Serve
    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
    Continue Reading That All May Read

    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
    Continue Reading Exhibit Hall Madness
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
    Continue Reading Waiting for rain
    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
    Continue Reading The Magic of Camp Nakanawa
    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
    Continue Reading Two Remarkable Veterans
    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
    Continue Reading Zipping Through the Treetops
    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    1 Comment
    Today, Jeri retires from a thirty-nine year career with Veterans Affairs. We’ll miss her. I’ve never known anyone who embodies the ideals of customer service so perfectly. I first met…
    Continue Reading Jeri

    Posts pagination

    Previous Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Next Page

    Archive | eqb

    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
    Continue Reading They Continue To Serve
    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
    Continue Reading That All May Read

    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
    Continue Reading Exhibit Hall Madness
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
    Continue Reading Waiting for rain
    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
    Continue Reading The Magic of Camp Nakanawa
    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
    Continue Reading Two Remarkable Veterans
    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
    Continue Reading Zipping Through the Treetops
    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    1 Comment
    Today, Jeri retires from a thirty-nine year career with Veterans Affairs. We’ll miss her. I’ve never known anyone who embodies the ideals of customer service so perfectly. I first met…
    Continue Reading Jeri

    Posts pagination

    Previous Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Next Page

    Archive | eqb

    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
    Continue Reading They Continue To Serve
    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
    Continue Reading That All May Read

    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
    Continue Reading Exhibit Hall Madness
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
    Continue Reading Waiting for rain
    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
    Continue Reading The Magic of Camp Nakanawa
    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
    Continue Reading Two Remarkable Veterans
    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
    Continue Reading Zipping Through the Treetops
    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
    |
    By smartin
    |
    1 Comment
    Today, Jeri retires from a thirty-nine year career with Veterans Affairs. We’ll miss her. I’ve never known anyone who embodies the ideals of customer service so perfectly. I first met…
    Continue Reading Jeri

    Posts pagination

    Previous Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Next Page

    Archive | eqb

    Cover of my book, Out of the Whirlpool, a memoir of remorse and reconciliation

    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    By smartin
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    0 Comments
    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
    Continue Reading Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.
    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
    |
    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
    Continue Reading The Split Team
    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    By smartin
    |
    0 Comments
    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
    Continue Reading I’m *Back*!
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    By smartin
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    That All May Read

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    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
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    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

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    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
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    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
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    Two Remarkable Veterans

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    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
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    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
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    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

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    The Split Team

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    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
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    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
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    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
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    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
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    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
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    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
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    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
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    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
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    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
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    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
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    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
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    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
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          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
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    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
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    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
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    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
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    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
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    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
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    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
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    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
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    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
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    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    By smartin
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    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
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    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
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    By smartin
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    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
    Continue Reading In Memory of Gary Matoon
    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

    Posted on June 24, 2014
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    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
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    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

    Posted on May 31, 2014
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          I rested my left hand on the trolley which, in turn, rested on the steel cable above my head. Making sure the thick leather padding in the…
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    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

    Posted on May 30, 2014
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    Chapter 26 | Two Clients, One Goal.

    Posted on February 22, 2015
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    The complete chapter, in audio and print.   Audio on YouTube   George I made my way up the snowy path and knocked on George’s door for the first time…
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    Jim uses a Stihl chainsaw

    The Split Team

    Posted on February 14, 2015
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    Steel toe boots and a helmet? This is my Valentines Day present? It turned out to be one of the best! My husband, Jim, and I live on 18 wooded…
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    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    I’m *Back*!

    Posted on December 29, 2014
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    I start a new email message. I agonize over the addressees. Should I include my boss? Should the lead developer and the contractual developer both receive it? Come to think…
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    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    They Continue To Serve

    Posted on November 11, 2014
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    Last year I told the story of Two Remarkable Veterans. What have they been up to since their military service?     Ben Branscomb, M.D.     Earlier this year…
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    Sue, at the National Library Service

    That All May Read

    Posted on October 19, 2014
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    By smartin
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    Touring the National Library Service   One of the first things that was restored to me following the loss of my eyesight was the ability to read. I was still…
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    Exhibit Hall Madness

    Posted on September 1, 2014
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    By smartin
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    My day job is with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. I’m part of a team that ensures that software used by VA is accessible by individuals who…
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    Sue mounted on Bold Buccaneer

    Waiting for rain

    Posted on August 25, 2014
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    As I turned into our driveway at the end of our Sunday morning walk my feet crunched on dry dead leaves. “Wow,” I said to Jim, “it’s not even September…
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    Camp Nakanawa... helping young ladies gain confidence and reach their potential in a positive and fun-filled environment.

    The Magic of Camp Nakanawa

    Posted on August 10, 2014
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    By smartin
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    HOGWARTS SCHOOL of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY UNIFORM First-year students will require: Three sets of plain work robes (black) One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear One pair of protective…
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    Sue and Sadie, two days after coming home from Seeing Eye

    In Memory of Gary Matoon

    Posted on August 9, 2014
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    By smartin
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    This news item was broadcast on the Fourth of July, twinty-nine years ago. I was at Seeing Eye, training with my first dog, Sadie. My instructor was Gary Matoon.  …
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    Dr. Ben Branscomb

    Two Remarkable Veterans

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    Daddy Pete His name was Lee McGriff, Jr. He was a husband and father. He was a naval aviator, flying off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Ocean during World…
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    Jim zipping along in the trees

    Zipping Through the Treetops

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    Jeri, at her retirement party. Thumbs up my friend.

    Jeri

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