I Can’t Believe You Just Said That!
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by Pat Lamondin Skene
2M ago
Do not go gentle into that good night…Rage, rage against the dying of the light.    – Dylon Thomas First this happened:“You’re an exceptional player for a woman your age,” my online male scrabble opponent wrote on the chat line. “I bet it helps keep your mind active as well,” he added.  “OMG! I can’t believe you just ..read more
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What Would You Do?
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by Pat Lamondin Skene
2M ago
(Originally published in the Oakville News, January 4, 2024) THE BOY ON A BENCH It all started A few weeks ago, I was enjoying my daily walk along the waterfront near my home. The trail was quiet with very few people on the path. A brisk wind stung my cheeks, as I listened to the ..read more
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The Red Angel
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by Pat Lamondin Skene
3M ago
Reposted from 2016… I need to tell you a story:    Prologue: The other day, I sat in the lobby of my condo building waiting for someone to pick me up at the front door. As I sat on the bench, I admired the beautiful Christmas decorations all around me. A team of dedicated volunteers take ..read more
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The Red Angel
Boomerrantz
by Pat Lamondin Skene
3M ago
Reposted from 2016… I need to tell you a story:    Prologue: The other day, I sat in the lobby of my condo building waiting for someone to pick me up at the front door. As I sat on the bench, I admired the beautiful Christmas decorations all around me. A team of dedicated volunteers take ..read more
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Toads, Teeth and Tinfoil
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by Pat Skene
2y ago
“S’up?” Someday soon I hope to emerge from my Covid cave and join the bright lights of civilIzation. As with many people, I may have changed a bit with my cavewoman length hair and fluffier waistline. But I made it through the hibernation and I’m ready to see the light of day. The last two ..read more
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Would You Like Me to Wax the Hair on Your Toes?
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by Pat Skene
2y ago
(Reposted from 2017) What the fuzz? Okay, I realize I’m off the charts here with asking you such a boldly bumptious question. Nor do I have any intention of following through on the answer if you say yes. I’ve been under a wee bit of stress lately and decided I needed some pampering. So I ..read more
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Witches, Black Cats and Broomsticks
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by Pat Skene
2y ago
HALLOWEEN FOR ERNESTINE is one of six rhyming stories from my book, Rhyme Stones. Go to Press Here to Start…Reading for a FREE copy of this fun-filled Halloween story. The kids in your life will be glad you did.  See you between the lines. PatSkene   ..read more
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Message in a Bottle – Minerva the Magnificent – Oakville News
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by Pat Skene
2y ago
Hi everyone: Last month I started writing a short story column for the Oakville News. This is my 2nd instalment. I’d like to introduce you to Minerva Abigail Quackenbush. Enjoy! See you between the lines. Pat — Someone secretly leaves messages rolled up in little glass bottles around Oakville. No one has seen who it ..read more
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Walking to the Beat in My Feet
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by Pat Skene
2y ago
How’s it going? Now more than ever, we need to find creative ways to get our assets outside and exercise safely. A good bit of regular fresh air is critical to keep our sanity and our waistbands from exploding during periods of isolation. And while walking is as good an exercise as any, walking alone can ..read more
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Cataract Surgery Gave Me Wrinkles!
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by Pat Skene
2y ago
What happened to my face? Can cataracts be put back in your eyes once they’ve been removed? Can you hold your surgeon responsible for giving you wrinkles? I looked so much better when I was seeing myself through the  “Doris Day” world of my gauzy lenses. Remember her movies? She always looked out of focus and ..read more
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