Category Archives: Childhood

The Superheroes Among Us

Posted on November 30, 2022 by aamontgomery

Young children live in the “now”, can we learn from them? Continue reading →

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Ode to Halloweens Past

Posted on October 31, 2022 by aamontgomery

Fond memories of Halloweens past, full of mysteries and love. Continue reading →

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A Tiny, Fierce Light That Lives On

Posted on July 31, 2022 by aamontgomery

Celebrating the indomitable spirit of my sister Lisa Stanley. Continue reading →

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A Wildflower Running Free

Posted on June 27, 2022 by aamontgomery

A tribute to my dear sister, Lisa Allen Stanley, who passed away on Father’s Day, June 19, 2022, at the too-age of 63. Continue reading →

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Remember Who You Are

Posted on April 30, 2022 by aamontgomery

Knowledge of our ancestors, the people who made our lives possible, guides us and helps us remember who we are. Continue reading →

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The Garden Within

Posted on September 30, 2021 by aamontgomery

We have a new little one expected to enter our family and world in February 2022. May he be safe. May he find his way in this complicated 22nd Century. May he find his bliss. Continue reading →

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Dreams Walking in Broad Daylight

Posted on June 30, 2021 by aamontgomery

. . . dreams walking in broad daylightThree hundred, sixty five degreesBurning down the house. “Burning Down the House”, songwriters: David Byrne, Christopher Frantz, Martina Weymouth, Jerry Harrison Seeing the world through the eyes of a baby or toddler is … Continue reading →

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Your Timeless Smile

Posted on February 28, 2021 by aamontgomery

A letter written to my 3 year old grandson Lincoln. Continue reading →

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Down to the Root

Posted on December 31, 2020 by aamontgomery

“I carry you within me, to the very root And though I may blossom,still you will be here.” Continue reading →

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The Wisdom That Does Not Cry

Posted on November 29, 2020 by aamontgomery

Wisdom is not a monopoly held only by adults. There is so much we can learn from the deep wisdom of very young children. May we stoop from our greater height, bend our ear close, and listen. Continue reading →

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