Category Archives: Lessons

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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Lessons from Labor Day in a Small Town

Posted on September 3, 2016 by Bob Martin

I have written in the past about what it was like to grow up in a small town. It was an experience for which I would not change no matter the offer. I often relate the town of Youngstown to … Continue reading →

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We Got Which Teacher?!

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Bob Martin

We are in the middle of the wonderful season of Back-to-School! Some schools have already been going for two weeks, ours has completed one week, and some will be starting soon. The most wonderful time of the year for parents … Continue reading →

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Lessons from a Hokey Show

Posted on June 18, 2016 by Bob Martin

I must say that I never thought I would be writing about a Disney show as the subject of one my posts – especially one that many would consider to be hokey. Like many of the Disney shows when I … Continue reading →

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Finding Some Silence

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Bob Martin

It has been a full 10 days since I have had the chance to sit and put words to ‘paper’. So much has happened in the world, our country, and my own life. It feels as if some person, the … Continue reading →

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They Did What?

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Bob Martin

Good evening all. It has been a while since I have had time to write, and I have missed you all. Writing, for me, is such a release and I have so missed putting my thoughts down and sharing. Part … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Bob Martin

Just in case you have been hiding somewhere with no calendar, TV, radio, or internet access, today is Memorial Day. So, yes this post like so many on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and others is about this particular day. I am … Continue reading →

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Potato Latkes and Theater

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Bob Martin

Tonight I had the pleasure of creating a birthday dinner for my sister-in-law. A few days ago, I asked her what she would like for her special night. For the main dinner, nothing seemed to come to mind. However, for … Continue reading →

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From the TOP!

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Bob Martin

Oh it is getting close to that time of year again. It is right around the corner, and it will be here before you know it. Now if you have read my past posts, you may be starting to guess … Continue reading →

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Life of a Different Village

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Bob Martin

It has been almost a week since I have had either the time or energy to write. From the last posting, most readers know that my wife went through full knee replacement 6 days ago. I am happy to report … Continue reading →

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