Category Archives: Love

December Presents

Posted on December 14, 2019 by Bob Martin

There are times when you are asked to do something – maybe forced – that turns out a little differently than expected. 12 years ago, this weekend, I had just such an occurrence. It has stuck with me through the … Continue reading →

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Lessons of a Catholic Man at a Same Sex Wedding

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Bob Martin

A little over a week ago, I attended a wonderful celebration where I was surrounded by joy and love. I have been wanting to write about it since I got home that night. I have wanted to share the events … Continue reading →

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No Lessons – Just Happy Memories

Posted on May 27, 2018 by Bob Martin

Today’s writing is not about lessons learned. It is about happy memories that I write just to have down on paper for when I am older and things aren’t so easily recalled. Today is an anniversary for me – one … Continue reading →

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11 years and counting

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Bob Martin

11 years ago, this morning, I woke up on the couch in my apartment. My small one-bedroom was filled with people sleeping in different places. It is funny, the feeling you have when you wake up in somewhere other than … Continue reading →

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Envelopes

Posted on November 20, 2017 by Bob Martin

Over the last couple of weeks, we have been doing cleaning around the house. It is always interesting the things that you find when you do this. Sometimes you find wonderful treasures that bring back wonderful memories. Sometimes you find … Continue reading →

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The Day I Dreamed So Many Years Ago

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Bob Martin

Today, I finally had a day for which I have been waiting more than three decades to experience. Today, I came one-step closer to understanding my parents and all they did for my brothers and me. Today was a good … Continue reading →

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I am no Longer a Kid

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Bob Martin

This Christmas has been different. The entire year has held a number of events that make me take pause as I sit here in the dark staring at the Christmas lights fill the corner of the room. Like every year, … Continue reading →

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December 24th

Posted on December 24, 2016 by Bob Martin

I sit here late into the evening on December 24th. So many thoughts of the past year and all that has happened passing through my mind. Over the last few weeks, I have heard a number of friends and colleagues … Continue reading →

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Lesson Learned from Bathroom Tile

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Bob Martin

Recently I posted on Facebook a request for prayers, but I did not put out any details. At the time I posted, it was too hard to write things out. Thanks to our daughter, I am in a better place. … Continue reading →

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Are We Spoiling Our Children with Words?

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Bob Martin

I believe that one of the things that keeps me from being considered a serious writer is my fear of rocking the boat and ticking people off. Today is no exception. I had an idea pop up in my head … Continue reading →

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