He Sees Everything

I used to think my parents could see everything. I realized later that they just knew me, and they could see signs in my behavior that gave them insight to something I was doing or not doing.  I figured it out when I became a parent too.  Parents just know things and see things. I…

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Reflection

I look at myself in the mirror in the morning and I can’t help but chuckle. My hair is a mess, and my eyes have a hard time adjusting to the light. The mirror is how I see myself. I obviously do some work on my appearance before heading to the office.  After seeing how…

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I Want To See

I have had to wear glasses since I was in college. My eyesight is not horrible, but it needs help for sure. I can hardly imagine what it would be like to be completely blind.  I can’t imagine not seeing what my wife and family look like. I can’t imagine not seeing trees, sunrises, or…

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Recognition

This word has a double meaning. On one hand, it means to see someone you’ve seen before. It also means to acknowledge someone or an accomplishment. I have to have good memory to recognize someone I’ve seen before. If I’ve only had an “acquaintance” relationship with someone, I’m not as likely to recognize them. If…

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See & Hear

I have had to wear corrective lenses for a long time. I think it’s hereditary for the most part. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve noticed my hearing is off a bit. I have always liked my music loud. My ability to hear some of the higher frequencies is long gone. I’ve noticed people (me included),…

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Memory Triggers

There are everyday things that will occasionally trigger a memory from way back in my past. I don’t always know when it’s going to happen. Sometimes it’s a good memory and sometimes it’s a sad memory.  It’s a bit crazy how my food appetite has changed over the years, but it is still somewhat the…

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