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When the Moon was Cheese
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When the Moon was Cheese |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA 
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Those evenings at home, every heart, every soul, gathered around the table, prayer, sustenance, conversation, a giving of account, then retiring to the living room to listen to the radio,* “Amos and Andy, etc. Mother and Father were there— the center of the universe, and we were little stars, little dim stars, growing brighter by the light they imparted through their love— the books, the newspaper, the teaching, the discipline, the shaping, the building of hopeful lives, in the presence of watchful, loving eyes . . . And of discipline? Just a caring application, today, could land momma and daddy, in jail . . . We didn't have TV until the mid Fifties---"Mickey Mouse Club", "Lawrence Welk" wow! |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Don't mean to be preachy, but it's a little habit I've yet to break.  art |
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Boshii2 Member
since 2009-02-01
Posts 146 |
It's hard to say "discipline" through smiling lips. But ah say "love " and even the eyes twinkle. Now I want to write my sermon. Enjoyed your work Boshii2 |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: You have expressed the true essence of the true family, dear Art. And you did it because of fond memories, even discipline when sustained by love, is a life lesson of deepest significance. (former generations of parents did of course exaggerate sometimes, I guess, but nonetheless they were loved and respected much more than parents are now). Wonderful! You made me remember my childhood when my Grandmother was alive too and the prayer of gratitude was an absolute must. And behaviour too. Of course I ADORED her. Thank you, dear Art. Love in the family is something that we should evaluate and truly live much more again. Love, Margherita |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thank you, Boshii2, your insight gives me deeper appreciation of the fond memories I expressed. Have a great weekend---art |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Dear Margherita, your loving care, your wisdom and kindness, always shines Through. Thank you for your very thoughtful comments, and the affirmation of the goodness of things we hold dear. art |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Beautiful Art. I envy you those memories. Owl |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thank you, Owl; wishing you a most auspicious Valentine's Day! art |
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