Tag Archives: funeral

In his own words- Thank you letter to Men’s Warehouse

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Mary K. Smith

My mother had passed away and I needed a suit for her funeral services. Not being one who typically wears suits, I needed all the help I could get. I had just spent over an hour at a national merchandise … Continue reading →

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Mourning dove sighting…

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Mary K. Smith

I went alone to my friend’s husband’s funeral. I’ve told myself that I have to get used to doing things alone and going places alone (or alone in the sense of being the only adult). I’m also uncomfortable doing a … Continue reading →

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What a day…

Posted on December 13, 2009 by Mary K. Smith

Okay… if a day has ups and downs… today was a roller coaster… mostly downhill… some of it straight downhill… Feeding the horses went fairly smoothly. All of the horses got a blanket check and I couldn’t believe how thick … Continue reading →

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Department Meeting

Posted on October 28, 2009 by Mary K. Smith

When they asked if anybody wanted to recognize anybody at the department meeting. I raised my hand, waited my turn, and took some deep breaths. I’m not very good at getting Thank You cards sent out (frankly, I suck at … Continue reading →

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