Monthly Archives: March 2017

42-32-22-12-2

Posted on March 30, 2017 by jpberninger

On the occasion of my 42nd birthday, I thought I might reflect slightly on the last 40 years. Specifically, what I was doing on my birthday at 42, 32, and 22, 12, and 2.  Those years have been transition years.  … Continue reading →

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Phone Home

Posted on March 22, 2017 by jpberninger

A little more than a month ago, Sara lost her phone.  We were on a plane to Houston, on our way to San Diego to celebrate the wedding of Mark and Taylor.  We didn’t know where we had lost it. … Continue reading →

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Mark – the best man

Posted on March 9, 2017 by jpberninger

A few weeks ago now my younger brother, Mark, got married to a wonderful woman.  I was lucky enough to be co-best man (with my brother Brian).  It was a terrific wedding and a beautiful setting along the coastal bluffs … Continue reading →

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Ali Fresco – artist bear

Posted on March 9, 2017 by jpberninger

Al Fresco is an artist bear whose colors stain her bright white hair She doesn’t mind the flecks of paint Each fleck a thought however faint She makes her art upon the walls ideas made real with brushstroke falls She … Continue reading →

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Smokey and Snowball, my forty year friends

Posted on March 8, 2017 by jpberninger

Another silly story about stuffed animals, who happen to be my oldest friends in the world, Smokey and Snowball A mismatched pair of grizzled old bears Tell stories, tall and long Of days gone by Where adventure was nigh With … Continue reading →

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