Tag Archives: Relationships

Concepts

Posted on June 27, 2026 by oldmainer

My name is Mark and I’m 37 years old, an engineer, and single. I was married, but it didn’t work out. We eventually divorced and I moved into a condo, but as my mom aged, I found myself spending more … Continue reading →

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You Have The Right To Remain Silent

Posted on March 27, 2026 by oldmainer

If you decide to ask a question when you don’t expect a subjective answer, never, ever, ever, ask a kid. Responses will range from an earnest belief, opinion, whimsy, fantasy, and sometimes, answers totally removed from the question entirely.You have … Continue reading →

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Travis

Posted on March 1, 2026 by oldmainer

She walked though the door of the shelter not sure why she was there. She had seen a dog on their facebook page that had kind of said he needed her. She knew that was stupid. She knew that he … Continue reading →

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The Intruder

Posted on February 22, 2026 by oldmainer

Just another night. The only sound created by his footsteps. Surrounded by darkness, he slowly walked through the warehouse that he patrolled every night. Shining his flashlight on any point of entry, he proceeded throughout the area. As his thoughts … Continue reading →

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Shelby

Posted on February 4, 2026 by oldmainer

SHELBY was seven years old. She was in the second grade and loved school. She loved the environment and looked forward to every day. To her it was an escape. Her home was not a particularly pleasant place. As an … Continue reading →

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Sarah

Posted on September 5, 2024 by oldmainer

I love you, she said quietly. He looked at her and said “I love you too and always will” while giving her a quick hug. As they settled in bed, he watched as she snuggled into her pillow and gave … Continue reading →

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The Fish

Posted on June 13, 2024 by oldmainer

Damn you he said as he slowly reeled in the broken leader on his rod. I had ya. I was just a tad from reeling you in. If it wasn’t for the line breaking, I woulda had ya this time. … Continue reading →

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Keeping It Cool

Posted on July 22, 2023 by oldmainer

My wife used to say that I could think and/or analyze anything to death. I always took exception to that. I can think of several things that I have mentally approached that were, at the time, still in intensive care. … Continue reading →

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Kramer’s Korner

Posted on May 20, 2023 by oldmainer

Hi again my faithful fans. I fear I have again disappointed you by not writing for a while. Well, I am sorry for that, but I don’t want to print something just for the sake of printing it. However, last … Continue reading →

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Worth A Second Look

Posted on September 17, 2022 by oldmainer

I can’t tell you how many times over the years that I have made a snap decision based on my values and my views. I always felt that that is what they were for. Allowing me to quickly form an … Continue reading →

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