Monthly Archives: September 2024

New Wounds, Old Pains

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Doc Arnett

My battle with depression has taught me several lessons. Among the most useful is the power of appreciation and focus. Continue reading →

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Not Missing the Rainbow

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, if we push our disappointment out of the way, we may find something even better than what we had hoped for. Continue reading →

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Whatsoever Things Are Lovely…

Posted on September 24, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A tiny beginning list… Continue reading →

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Benediction

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A low glow of orange Shows between the two houses across the street As dusk and evening begin to meet. A long cloud stretches up Above the houses, Above the streets Above this small town And all that lies around … Continue reading →

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On Seeing Michael McCain for the First Time in Twenty-four Years

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Doc Arnett

He finishes parking his carAs I swing into the space beside himIn Don Senor’s parking lot. We trade one-armed man hugsAnd go inside to a booth near the back. It was hard to watch and hard to not see The … Continue reading →

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