Nancy Blackmon

Maybe ‘normal’ needs fixing

Every year on April 2, the world observes Autism Awareness Day. At my house, the day started quietly. My daughter, the one who has autism, ... Read more

Welcome, sweet, cold spring

Oh the sweetness of spring break. No school — no homework, no tests, no teachers. An entire week of freedom. Remember how that felt? I ... Read more

In awe of eagle’s appearance

The ducks floated peacefully along in a ragged line. I watched from my deck thinking what a calm scene it was. Suddenly, they lifted in ... Read more | 1 comment

I’m back, call me anytime

For years, I didn’t have a cell phone. Well, that’s not exactly true. I had one when I worked fulltime at the newspaper and sometimes ... Read more

Waiting for day of mediation

Before I begin, let me say … I am not a gun person. In fact, no person who lives with me is a hunter, is ... Read more

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