Tag Archives: Orlando Shootings

The Final Gift

Posted on June 18, 2016 by vanbytheriver

I had planned a week of tributes to my larger-than-life father. Then, Orlando happened. Like so many, I struggled.  I’ll save his stories for another time, and resubmit this one. It was special to me. Father’s Day gifts. Some say it’s … Continue reading →

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War Stories

Posted on June 13, 2016 by vanbytheriver

For the past two weekends, my community has been immersed in memorials. First, to commemorate D-Day, a WWII weekend hosted by the Mid Atlantic Air Museum. Vintage aircraft, re-enactments, soldiers in uniform, and from those who remain, the stories. This … Continue reading →

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