Category Archives: About the book

A Boat Load of Memories

Posted on July 18, 2015 by maryannniemczura

As a tribute to my husband and his side of the family, I feature his story called “The Little Outboard” which is has been passed down from one generation to another. The Little Outboard Like many things, outboard motors have … Continue reading →

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Free German University Study for American Students

Posted on February 21, 2015 by maryannniemczura

It’s that time of the year in our American school district for 6th graders and their parents to make decisions regarding which world language to study. I would like to offer reasons to study German. The emphasis these days is … Continue reading →

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2014 in review

Posted on December 31, 2014 by maryannniemczura

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2014 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: A San Francisco cable car holds 60 people. This blog was viewed about 1,000 times in 2014. If it were a cable car, it … Continue reading →

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Taking Time for Others

Posted on November 15, 2014 by maryannniemczura

As I prepare to return to teaching after time off for surgery, I am reminded of the contrast of today’s digital society and days past before we had all the gadgets. We actually had time for conversations with others, uninterrupted … Continue reading →

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Nostalgic Reminiscences

Posted on November 8, 2014 by maryannniemczura

Windswept landscapes abound in Central New York and in Colorado. I am reminded of zigzagging tumbleweeds choking driveways and highways in the West while here in Upstate New York, we prepare for winter’s harsh onslaught of weather. The last place … Continue reading →

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Nursing – a Family Tradition

Posted on November 2, 2014 by maryannniemczura

In my book, A Past Worth Telling, I mention my mother who became an RN in Boston where she and my father met at a Boston University dance. One of my opening poems, “It was Complicated,” recounts the story of … Continue reading →

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Last Glimpses…

Posted on October 25, 2014 by maryannniemczura

The wind blows the last remnants of summer away. Most of the leaves have blown off the trees. They swirl about in doorways and in every nook and cranny. As I stepped outside this morning into the crisp air and … Continue reading →

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Let’s consider…

Posted on September 13, 2014 by maryannniemczura

Three things to ponder: Fall Back to school Learning foreign languages Fall in New England is my favorite time of the year with the gorgeous warm colors of foliage.  It reminds me of what was and what is to come.  … Continue reading →

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Things to do

Posted on August 23, 2014 by maryannniemczura

As late summer is upon us, I feel the rush to do everything including all the things I have put off for so long: Clean out the closet – best done on a rainy day Donate items to charity Set … Continue reading →

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Excerpt: Dedication

Posted on July 20, 2014 by maryannniemczura

I dedicate this to my husband, Russell, whose love, patience, and advice were most valued in the writing process. You are a pearl of great value as my mother once remarked. Your cover photo of Beaver Lake Nature Center evokes … Continue reading →

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