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The Sum Of All Fears . . .

Posted on May 11, 2014 by B. Trout

You looked relieved when the doctor handed me your 8 pound daughter.  Her small pink, blood-smeared body wiggled and squirmed as I headed out the door to the nurse who would weigh her, measure her and pinch her skin.  I … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Mom!

Posted on August 27, 2012 by B. Trout

Nothing rings truer than the Outback Steakhouse jingle, “No one’s goin’ to luv ya like yer mum!” My mother’s birthday is tomorrow, so I thought since I can’t be with her, what greater tribute than to wish her a Happy … Continue reading →

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