Category Archives: Humor

Golden Years in Winter

Posted on March 6, 2017 by admin

Today’s Guest Blog is from Jean Vachon, up north, where winter is. My friend Jean says: Here is what I do when I get bored! Not too serious, just my silly humor. We do go dancing every Sunday to keep us … Continue reading →

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The Pendulum Swings

Posted on February 20, 2017 by admin

  The Pendulum Swings Do not let the pendulum strike you As you rush to the nearest fad, The pendulum swings and it will smack you As it swoops on its backward swing. Stand firm, defend the differences, Enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Summer Sounds

Posted on February 10, 2017 by admin

Summer Sounds  A Fontanelle by H. W. Bryce Neighbours mowing lawns! Kids on slides! BBQ grill sizzling! Baby cries! Mother sings! Passing cars! Screen door swings, screeches closed To buzzing flies! Folks passing by, chatting! Laughter in the park!! Gamboling … Continue reading →

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Light-fingered Lou

Posted on January 27, 2017 by admin

  LIGHT-FINGERED LOU Light-fingered Lou, like a moth to the flame Was drawn to bright colours without any shame, Her long, long fingers knew the secret of stealth, Her stored up loot gave her plenty of wealth. She would spot … Continue reading →

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Next Year

Posted on December 29, 2016 by admin

  Next Year Just you wait and see H. W. Bryce Next year I’m gonna knock ’em”outta the park,” No more namby-pamby, no more for a lark, I’m gonna be the strong one, just listen to me bark, Next year … Continue reading →

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My Haircut: Part Two

Posted on December 2, 2016 by admin

  My Haircut About my haircut. Actually the time in the barber’s chair – see My Haircut, Part I in my previous blog – always reminds me of when I was still very young (yes, there was a time). But … Continue reading →

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A Leek Affair

Posted on November 18, 2016 by admin

  A Leek Affair Someone told me after my reading of The Critic and the Poet that she liked my accent (Shakespearean), and I found myself wanting to write a Welch accent poem. That arises from my Grade 4 class … Continue reading →

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