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Category Archives: Memoir

Almost Paradise

All the way through my eight chemotherapy sessions I kept a vision in my mind of going to Maui. The thought of ocean waves, warm sun, sandy beaches and drinks with paper umbrellas provided me with a dream to cling to during rough patches. I had no idea that chemotherapy would be so tough. TheContinue reading “Almost Paradise”

Posted byjoannejagodaJune 10, 2020Posted inMemoirTags:cancer, chemotherapyLeave a comment on Almost Paradise

Cigar Smoke Memories

Most people loathe the smell of cigar smoke, but for me a whiff transports me to a long forgotten time of my youth. I can picture it. A festive Saturday evening party at my parent’s house with relatives and friends gathered for dinner. Guaranteed this was no pot luck as my mother did all theContinue reading “Cigar Smoke Memories”

Posted byjoannejagodaJune 10, 2020Posted inMemoirTags:1950s, childhood, familyLeave a comment on Cigar Smoke Memories
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