Author Archives: J. F. Booth

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About J. F. Booth

I am a writer and educator.

Birthdays Are Good For You

Posted on July 15, 2013 by J. F. Booth

Let me share with you a tiny gift, dear reader, penned by Dag Hammarskjold, UN Secretary General and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, If only I may grow: firmer, simpler-quieter, warmer. July is chocked full of birthdays, dates when I  celebrate … Continue reading →

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Apologies to a tiny turtle

Posted on June 10, 2013 by J. F. Booth

On my walk this morning, I came upon a tiny turtle,  brown and about the size of a silver dollar.  At first I thought it was just a dry leaf, and I nearly stepped on it.  But I paused to admire its … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventures, Life Lessons, Nature | 4 Comments

Name That Tune!

Posted on April 19, 2013 by J. F. Booth

OK, I admit it, I’m trying to keep myself connected to the current music scene, and it’s not easy.  I love listening to music, and I try to be receptive to unfamiliar beats, lyrics and instruments.  I can usually enjoy … Continue reading →

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Oscar & Opal Osprey are back!

Posted on March 24, 2013 by J. F. Booth

Just a quick update for those of you who may remember my posting on the Naval Academy’s resourceful osprey couple, Opal and Oscar.  (See July 18, 2012) You may remember that the devoted couple has survived hurricanes and “cherry picker … Continue reading →

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Patience: Human Nature’s Jewel

Posted on February 14, 2013 by J. F. Booth

  PATIENCE Patience is wider than one once envisioned, with ribbons of rivers and distant ranges and tasks undertaken and finished with modest relish by natives in their native dress. Who would have guessed it possible that waiting is sustainable— … Continue reading →

Posted in Life Lessons, Poetry | 5 Comments