Monthly Archives: May 2012

My Graduation Trip

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Caryn

With graduation behind us for another year, the thoughts of many graduates turn to the traditional graduation trip. It is supposed to be the first step into real freedom the young adult takes.  The trips can be as varied as … Continue reading →

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Grandpa’s Rocks

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Caryn

One memory from when I was little is of Grandpa’s rocks. He had many of them, because he was a rock collector. Grandpa went many places to find his rocks…and no place at all. That’s because great rocks could be … Continue reading →

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A Bolder Boulder Man

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Caryn

For some time now, my second cousin Tim has lived in Colorado, and we did not have a chance to get to know him very well. Since he attended my dad’s funeral, and with the help of Facebook, I have … Continue reading →

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A Day For Remembering

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Caryn

As is the case in most families, we have a number of heroes, both living and deceased, in our family. Memorial Day was originally set aside as a day to remember our military heroes. It has evolved into a day … Continue reading →

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Where Have The Years Gone?

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Caryn

Lately, I find myself amazed at some of the changes in my grandchildren…especially the 2 that are driving now. They are so different when they are in the car now. My oldest grandson knows the roads he drives on and … Continue reading →

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Backyard Wading Pool

Posted on May 26, 2012 by Caryn

As summer begins, the thoughts of most kids turn to their favorite summertime activity…swimming. And swimming knows no age limit…young and old alike love to go swimming. When I was a little kid, we occasionally got to go to the … Continue reading →

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And…It’s A Wrap

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Caryn

Today is the last day of school in Casper. Some places go longer, and maybe some are out earlier, but for Casper, today is it. All the students are excitedly anticipating the end of the day that marks the beginning … Continue reading →

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Whisker Rub

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Caryn

A client was in my office yesterday with his little granddaughter. When he gave her a kiss, his whiskers rubbed on her cheek, causing her to make a face. When he told us why she had made the face, it … Continue reading →

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Those Boots

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Caryn

Every kid goes through times when they wish they were bigger…grown up. They do everything they can think of to look more grown up. It’s just normal I guess…but the funniest thing is when they try on the shoes of … Continue reading →

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Ladies First

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Caryn

Xander is the son of my niece, Jenny and her husband Steve. He is their oldest child.  As the oldest child, he takes his responsibilities very seriously. He tries very hard to make sure his little brothers stay in line…or … Continue reading →

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