Category Archives: Tales from my youth

Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone

Posted on June 21, 2012 by pegbur7

This week for Mama Kat’s Almost World Famous Writer’s Workshop I chose prompt #1.)    Write about a time you were forced to step out of your comfort zone. There were many times when I have been forced to step out … Continue reading →

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Old Mr. Brown

Posted on March 29, 2012 by pegbur7

When I was very young and needed to feel grounded I would run next door where old Mr. Brown lived I would spin him a tale and feed him a line The steps weren’t many from his house to mine … Continue reading →

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Sundays at The Old Home Place

Posted on September 26, 2011 by pegbur7

When I was little the biggest “tradition” I remember is our pretty much whole extended family going to my grandparents every Sunday for dinner. Now it may not have been EVERY Sunday but it seems like that is what I … Continue reading →

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That Was Awkward!

Posted on August 18, 2011 by pegbur7

Awkward moments As most of you know, I grew up in a very small town. It had one elementary school, no middle or high school. Once you got past middle school age you had to go to the one middle … Continue reading →

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I’ll Be Watching You

Posted on August 12, 2011 by pegbur7

Yesterday I posted about being “watched” in response to Mama Kat’s Writing prompt. I would like to elaborate on that subject for just a moment. I would have included this yesterday but it would have made the post way too … Continue reading →

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You’re NOT the Boss!

Posted on July 28, 2011 by pegbur7

Boss “You’re not the boss of me” she said with a defiant look on her face. She stomps her foot, puts her hands on her hips and leans over from the waist. “ I SAID… you’re NOT the boss of … Continue reading →

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Pin That Tail

Posted on May 26, 2011 by pegbur7

Trouble I was five years old when my babysister, SuziCate (The Water Witchs‘ Daughter), was born.  I remember being so excited when my mom was going to the hospital to have her and I made sure my mom and dad … Continue reading →

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Shelter From The Storm

Posted on April 29, 2011 by pegbur7

Write about something you used to believe, but don’t anymore. Bonus: What changed?   When I was a little girl I always thought that you HAD to be quiet during a thunderstorm because making noise would attract lightening and increase your … Continue reading →

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Clogged With Embarrassment

Posted on April 28, 2011 by pegbur7

  This week for Mama Kat’s Writer’s Workshop I chose prompt # 5.) Something embarrassing that happened at school. I know it’s been eons since I was in school but the old noggin does recall a few embarrassing incidents that … Continue reading →

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RIP My Dear Brother

Posted on April 19, 2011 by pegbur7

Today we formally celebrate my brother’s life. My sweet brother passed away Friday after a courageous and hard fought battle against cancer. He was a man of incomparable compassion for others. He never wanted others to hurt or be sad. He … Continue reading →

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