Robert L. Scarry
/ GreyThoughts.InfoBased on true events…
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…watched as the speaker paced back and forth pounding his message at a mesmerized audience. His voice inflection, the large screen that permitted those in the rear a clear view of his captivating body…
By Robert Scarry
Following a dare, the admissions…
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…and gentlemen, our next applicant, James May, is either brilliant or in dire need of our services. I have provided each of you with his application letter, it…
By Robert Scarry
Inspired by Jake
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…saw the open door. It was too much of a temptation. He bolted out into the sunshine, jumping, running, twirling in circles, and looking over his shoulder to see if anyone knew he was outside. It wasn’t the fist time he had breeched his confines, and most likely it wouldn’t be the last time. Princess, his friend who lived…
By Robert L. Scarry
…have bitten my tongue for as long as I can. I cannot ignore the apparent ignorance associated with currently disseminated data related to SARS CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19), and COVID-19.
Much of the data espoused as “facts” by the self-proclaimed experts are actually speculations. By their own admissions (and publications from sites of authority, e.g., CDC) there are too many unknowns to…
By Robert L. Scarry
…is challenging. Anyone who has raised children knows it isn’t all peaches ‘n cream. There are good times, and times best forgotten. However, all of those times are priceless.
My wife, Jean and I were fortunate to have four healthy children: two girls and two boys. We often thought it a Mendelian model: two girls, two boys; to blondes, two brunettes; two with blue eyes, two with…
By Robert L. Scarry
This is a personal belief. The author assumes full responsibility for the content.
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…writers and speakers know the best way to lose an audience is to begin ranting. Regardless of the awareness I am willing to chance your loyalty. I warn you in advance, this is a rant.
“It’s a woman’s body; she has the right to do what she wants with it.” There are at least two…
By Robert L. Scarry
Based on true events…
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…watched as the speaker paced back and forth pounding his message at a mesmerized audience. His voice inflection, the large screen that permitted those in the rear a clear view of his captivating body…
By Robert Scarry
Following a dare, the admissions…
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…and gentlemen, our next applicant, James May, is either brilliant or in dire need of our services. I have provided each of you with his application letter, it…
By Robert Scarry
Inspired by Jake
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…saw the open door. It was too much of a temptation. He bolted out into the sunshine, jumping, running, twirling in circles, and looking over his shoulder to see if anyone knew he was outside. It wasn’t the fist time he had breeched his confines, and most likely it wouldn’t be the last time. Princess, his friend who lived…
By Robert L. Scarry
…have bitten my tongue for as long as I can. I cannot ignore the apparent ignorance associated with currently disseminated data related to SARS CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19), and COVID-19.
Much of the data espoused as “facts” by the self-proclaimed experts are actually speculations. By their own admissions (and publications from sites of authority, e.g., CDC) there are too many unknowns to…
By Robert L. Scarry
…is challenging. Anyone who has raised children knows it isn’t all peaches ‘n cream. There are good times, and times best forgotten. However, all of those times are priceless.
My wife, Jean and I were fortunate to have four healthy children: two girls and two boys. We often thought it a Mendelian model: two girls, two boys; to blondes, two brunettes; two with blue eyes, two with…
By Robert L. Scarry
This is a personal belief. The author assumes full responsibility for the content.
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…writers and speakers know the best way to lose an audience is to begin ranting. Regardless of the awareness I am willing to chance your loyalty. I warn you in advance, this is a rant.
“It’s a woman’s body; she has the right to do what she wants with it.” There are at least two…
By Robert L. Scarry
…was country; in fact, she was as country as it gets. Her demeanor however belied her status. As Chairman of the Biology Department her presentations often resulted in raised eyebrows and rolled eyes. Yeah, she was country; and damned proud of…
By Robert L. Scarry
Workplace Politics often find their own resolution.
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…heads turned toward the suddenly thrust forefinger pointing at the ceiling. The wide-eyed face with slightly gaping mouth alerted the gathering a conclusion existed. The period of mentation lasted only momentarily before Camilla…
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…we arrived it was already time for the fourth race of the day. The race we wanted to see was still an hour away. Someone at his workplace gave my dad a tip, so we were checking it out. The pari-mutuel windows were manned, but an obviously inebriated man was being escorted from window number 6. He was shouting obscenities while claiming he had been in line to place a bet before the allotted time had…
By Robert L. Scarry
Today's views stir yesterday's memories.
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…out of my window I realized it might not be pretty, but there was a lot of good to be said. The sky had a pseudoglow grey tint with a hint of pending snow. Not likely, I reasoned, it appeared cold, but the temperature was holding at fifty-one …
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…flashback review of activities for the past year following acceptance as director thereby assuming responsibility for administering the department indicated at the time he accepted the challenge those responsibilities were nebulous. In retrospect, he neither knew the responsibilities nor did he have an unshakable intent to fulfill them. Only the title, Director, and the associated pay check were…
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…only silk pajamas, a mid-length smoking jacket and shower shoes he stepped off the porch and trudged aimlessly toward the newspaper in the middle of the driveway. Since his wife’s death the paper was no longer at his breakfast place on the back veranda. He wondered how many times she had retrieved the paper, prepared his breakfast and readied the children for school while he slept an additional fifteen…
By Robert L. Scarry
Some attitudes can have a lasting effect.
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…blushed when he heard the Lieutenant introduce him. He joined the team immediately after graduating from post-basic training at Oakhurst. Now, less than three years later, he was receiving a medal for outstanding performance of duty after saving the life of a fellow…
By Robert L. Scarry
Chaos has its greatest effect when it interrupts serenity.
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…four foot long mahogany coffin draped with Lily-of-the-Valley, Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Snap Dragons, and thistle blossoms was a stark addition to the small church. It was obvious to all who entered on this…
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Love and Hate? What's the answer?
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…her was the easy part. The hard part was explaining why he did it. Perhaps the simple answer was they disagreed. If he said, ”yes,” she said, “no.” If he said, “up,” she said, “down.” And that’s how it always went. Yet, she always got her…
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Today's Youth benefits from the events of the past
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…a different time ... neighborhoods were established, everyone knew the kids playing in the yards, and their parents. Kids knew to return home when the street-lights came on, and young lovers walked hand-in-hand on sidewalks after dark. Most people didn’t even lock their doors at…
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If you don't want an answer; don't ask the question.
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…entry-way was similar to most homes of Victorian architecture. A large ornate door with a beveled glass window next to a frosted-glass panel of a flowering vine comprised the front wall. The highly polished hardwood flooring reflected the sunlight that entered through the glass and illuminated the tall clock with…
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…was a good friend. Amie met her at choir practice. The two girls were a perfect match. Barbara was tall, Amie was short, Barbara lived on a farm, Amie lived in a high-rise condominium, Barbara wore blue jeans and boots and, except for today, Amie wore dresses and patent-leather sandals. Opposites attract and they certainly…
By Robert L. Scarry
This small writing is dedicated to those who suffer the anguish of "losing" a loved one.
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…me. It wouldn’t bother me; you would not be disturbing me at all. I am not concentrating on the paper; it just looks that way. Actually, I am watching you while reminiscing about days gone by, and realizing there are no “do overs” in this life. I wish there were... we had such good…
By Robert L. Scarry
Humanity is an art form often hidden from plain sight.
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Jordon just became a teenager. His Granny, who he thought was really an angel not a human, promised him a German chocolate cake with coconut frosting. He sensed that she was proud of him and it thrilled him to feel the hugs she gave him.
Granny worried about Jordon. She was from another era. When she took the bus to the mall she always sat in the back where she was more comfortable. At the mall she carefully checked to make certain there was no sign reading, “WHITES ONLY” before bending…
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…she is again still wearing the big white hat that covers her hair and hides her face with a shadow. The dark blue band contrasts with the yellow flowers resting on the broad floppy brim. Standing on the gazebo she appears both angelic and regal. The full length dress could be mistaken for a robe or a royal cloak.
I've seen her before... but where? It certainly was not here on this gazebo; it was recently constructed. Why can I…
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Modern educators stress the value of the sciences; reality underscores the need for the arts.
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…was a scientist; he was an engineer, and he had an idea. He thought it was genius; it would, in his mind, make him a fortune. His father, laughed; he said it was a “pipe dream." "If you wish to be rich, you should follow a different path,” he said pontifically. “Scientists don’t get rich; they become famous. Business majors get rich,” he explained to a dipondent son. Vladimir believed his analytical mind could cope with any challenge and proceeded with his…
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Only mom can generate this much love.
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…pulled the glove-shaped pot holder over her hand. Opening the oven door she felt a rush of hot air against her face. It made her flinch and back away from the stove. The pumpkin pie on the center rack filled the kitchen with the delightful aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
She didn’t mind the crack in the custard filling, or the darkened rim of the…
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Ever wonder what the animals discuss at the Dog Park?
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…and Roscoe were buddies. They generally got together every week at the park. Without leashes they were free to run and compare their days. “So what’s new with you?” Roscoe began the interrogation. Barkly always had something going on.
“We got a cat.”
“Really? How is that working out?”
“That feline bitch is about to ruin my life.” Roscoe realized he was about to instigate a…
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…can’t you watch? Marlene has no problem watching; why do you? Marlene not only is watching she has a smile showing her approval. While you...you remain emotionless
Kenneth may have been Marlene’s “pride-and joy”, but Kenneth was a “bad dude.” His going away was a blessing for everyone...except Marlene, of course.
I really had no choice. When Phyllis developed a relationship with Kenneth, she ceased being a part of my life. For me that was devastating. Phyllis was my older sister; she was part of my life from the day I was born. Then Kenneth’s influence began; she…
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Doctors make life-and -death decisions every day. Was today's the right one?
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…medical chart’s esoteric inclusions confirmed Dr. Fulbright’s concerns regarding his patient’s condition. He was dying.
A reminder left by the ring of keys removed from his abdominal cavity during surgery threatened Jeremiah Rustin’s life. He entered the hospital two day ago following a fork lift accident. As a forklift driver tried to pass him in a narrow aisle Jeremiah was forced against a wall. The keys hanging from his belt were pushed into his abdominal cavity. Either the damaged intestines or the unsanitary keys initiated an…
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…you had it to do again, would you?” The expression on her face, tubing in her arms, the beep of the machine and her head resting on a pillow warned me to craft my response carefully. Would I? the thought echoed. There are things I would do differently; study harder, be more resolute about my future and career. Overall, however, I have no regrets regarding choices I made or their consequences.
In that moment of thinking I realized how much she had sacrificed, and how selfish I was. She raised four children while I chased an education. She stayed at…
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Planning ahead only works if you control the outcome.
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…unusually quiet bird watched the squirrel repeatedly half hop, half run from the oak tree to the flower garden near the house. After seeing the bushy-tailed rodent make several round trips the crow’s curiosity surfaced. “What are you doing,” he asked with his raspy voice.
“I’m burying acorns for the future,” the squirrel proudly responded.
“That does not sound like a pleasant use of your time on such a beautiful weekend day.”
“Well, this way I’ll have them when supplies are limited and I need them,” he explained to the crow…
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Do not judge by appearances. Sometimes those that are different have their places.
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…was growing every minute near the hen house. The egg the boy from the big house placed in the nest belonging to Sally Hen, the prettiest chicken on the farm, moved! Yes, it moved. All of the animals near the hen house said it was a prank.
”Eggs cannot move,” they said.
“Yes they can,” Sally said. She had watched many eggs hatch into plump little chicks. Each time the egg moved just before a tiny hole appeared in the shell. Eventually a large enough opening would…
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…had heard it more times than he cared to. Ted this, Ted that. Well, where the hell was Ted? he thought. Ted was the savior, the new director who would change things and turn them all into geniuses. After the last financial report we were told we were geniuses, he recalled. So why would they even consider a new boss?
“I have just received a call from Ted,” the Chief Of Operations announced over the intercom. What miraculous deed has the Mighty Ted performed now? Bob thought sarcastically. “It appears Ted has opted for a position with another firm. He…
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