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Dan LeichtAugust 10, 2018

Green Mop written by: Dan Leicht @Deeliopunk Life is like a wet mop always filthy always dirty no matter how often you clean the world around yo...

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If you want to understand who I am, I suggest you listen to the Frank Sinatra songs: “That's Life” and “My Way.” Combined, they accurately define my mindset and the life I have led. From a very early age, I knew there was more going on in the world than what was happening in my own “backyard.” The idea of spending my entire life in the same place seemed foreign, restrictive and unfulfilling. Along the way, I’ve had a number of incredible highs and just as many devastating lows. However, I wouldn't change a single moment. All of it has served a purpose. And as a writer, it has been invaluable.

Georgia, 1966 by P.A. O'Neil

“Well, that closet’s empty.” Carrie set down the armload of dusty boxes and briskly wiped her hands against each other. “What have you got there?”
“What—oh, just a box of letters Mom must’ve written to Dad over the years.”
“Really? I didn’t think your folks were ever separated for any great length of time. I mean, it’s not like he was in the army or anything.”
I patted on the mattress indicating my cousin should sit. “No, but for years their vacation schedules were not compatible, so Mom would take us kids with her leaving Dad behind. This box is full of postcards and letters she sent, so he would feel included.” ...

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