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Remembering Veteran's Day

by Steve Beal Sr.
November 11, 2014

First, before I get to the thoughts swirling through my mind. Before I share excerpts from my last 24 hours. Before I thank all of those responsible for the opportunities afforded me in Canada yesterday.… Remembering Veteran's Day

A few days with Marjorie

by Steve Beal Sr.
November 7, 2014August 29, 2017

I knew time was short, and I knew she was quite ill,

Though I didn’t expect it. I prayed she’d win the fight.

That dreaded phone call, the news shook me still.

The earth as I know it got a little bit darker tonight.

For those of you who knew her better

For those of you who knew her worse

For those who knew her different than I

My experiences led to this little verse

For me, most mornings started with a prayer at the kitchen table.

I felt she’d always be there, prepared, as long as she was able.

A few days with Marjorie

Remembering Veteran’s Day

by Steve Beal Sr.
November 11, 2013November 10, 2019

This morning is Veteran’s Day. In Canada it’s Remembrance Day. In my home we are honoring, remembering, respecting, and we are thankful for our Veteran’s, past, present, and future. I am home with my three… Remembering Veteran’s Day

The Hug

by Steve Beal Sr.
May 22, 2013June 2, 2024

The Hug May 20, 2013 Maybe it’s just me, but while I was growing up, I guess I never really gave any thought to the fact that my heroes and I would ever be… The Hug

Remember – Memorial Day

by Steve Beal Sr.
May 28, 2012May 28, 2018

This weekend is the unofficial American kick-off to summer. With the weather we are getting here in the Northeast, it feels like summer already. It’s Memorial Day Weekend. So, without further adieu, I will get… Remember – Memorial Day

Still remembering

by Steve Beal Sr.
November 12, 2011

After reading several articles, looking at many touching pictures, and watching a couple of heart-wrenching videos yesterday, I am still remembering our armed forces. There are countless stories that touch us all deeply. There are… Still remembering

Remember

by Steve Beal Sr.
November 11, 2011

I woke up in the middle of the night earlier this week with the shell of this poem. Somehow I think it was better at 3am in the dark, but I hope you enjoy. It’s… Remember