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Passover

Posted on May 12, 2022 by bobjanisdillon

Even today, Passover is a miracle. Last night, there were houses not skipped by plague,Bullets found their way through windows and bone,And in so many guises, the horriblemoment – the long-feared moment – paid its visit. This happens again and … Continue reading →

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For Those Who Have Been Wronged

Posted on May 12, 2022 by bobjanisdillon

They don’t always get it right,you know. The counsellor can’t read his own handwriting,the judge’s breakfast weighs on his decisions,the banking software forgets to carry the one. Boyfriend, girlfriend, husband, wife:all of these, words around a hope,the hope itself fastenedto … Continue reading →

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Flight Mode

Posted on March 13, 2017 by bobjanisdillon

The only things real are grief and joy. As seagulls try out wheelies in the sky between blacktops, my children earn their wings on toys that were a history lesson when I was young. I leave my cell on mute, … Continue reading →

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Your Monday Blessing: The Tree and the Doctor

Posted on October 10, 2016 by bobjanisdillon

You’ve probably heard the one about the tree who went to the doctor. “It’s bad, doc,” said the tree. “I see. What seems to be the trouble?” the doctor asked. “I should have come in weeks ago, doc, when it … Continue reading →

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Your Monday Blessing: A young man’s arms

Posted on May 25, 2015 by bobjanisdillon

A young man’s arms will never find his granddaughter’s embrace. He knew his desire to be of service, he knew his mates, he saw Verdun, such as it was, he briefly knew a shell, and not much more remains to … Continue reading →

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