Category Archives: Memories

Gratitude

Posted on April 4, 2014 by rhondakalkwarf

I have some Facebook friends who, each day, post three reasons they are grateful. While I am actively seeking to adopt an “Attitude of Gratitude,” I haven’t chosen to publicly share my gifts each day. Today, I’m making an exception. … Continue reading →

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Show and Tell

Posted on February 5, 2014 by rhondakalkwarf

One very cold winter day, probably not unlike any of the many we’ve suffered through this winter, I brought my Barbie case to Show and Tell to share with my first grade class. On the way home my hands were … Continue reading →

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Blackhawks Joy

Posted on June 28, 2013 by rhondakalkwarf

Monday evening, the Blackhawks were down 2-1. They were playing game six of the Stanley Cup Series and their play appeared lackluster. Game seven seemed inevitable; at least it would be at home. We decided that rather than stay inside … Continue reading →

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Remembering Payphones

Posted on May 10, 2013 by rhondakalkwarf

I bought a new cell phone yesterday.  The purchase was simple, but the update process was running slowly because the data network was jammed.  Tell me, how can the AT&T store have a clogged network?  Don’t they know someone who … Continue reading →

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Never Too Late

Posted on April 30, 2013 by rhondakalkwarf

About three years after my father-in-law passed away, my mother-in-law began keeping company with a gentleman who lived nearby.  We weren’t sure about the nature of the relationship, but we noticed he was around more and more. One evening when we were … Continue reading →

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Early Life Together

Posted on February 21, 2013 by rhondakalkwarf

Like most couples, we spent the early part of our relationship exploring the landscape of a shared life. Two people from disparate backgrounds come together to live as one, often in small quarters with limited resources, but big dreams.  At … Continue reading →

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A Suitable Tribute

Posted on July 19, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

As we were planning the 90th birthday celebration for my mother-in-law, the question came up, “What do we give Mom?” There are three children with spouses, seven grandchildren, some with spouses, and ten great-grandchildren along with other family members. She … Continue reading →

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Bullies

Posted on May 23, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

When my niece recently “liked” this Facebook post, it showed up in her newsfeed and consequently mine: Hey guys, this is _______. Isnt she beautiful? Lately alot of girls at her school have been ganging up on her, and telling … Continue reading →

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The Heart of His Story

Posted on February 1, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

I had one of those, “Gee, I wonder what ever happened to …” moments today. I thought of a guy I knew in high school, actually the first boy I ever kissed. We went to a dance together and maybe … Continue reading →

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