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Women Who Inspired Me: Part 1

I can’t say I was ever inspired by a politician, a humanitarian or a celebrity/actress. They seemed too out of touch with reality and often their lofty phrases were too well crafted. I listened, I admired them but they never … Continue reading

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German POW in World War II

My Father-in-Law’s Story as a POW This is my father-in-law, Gordon Westby. He served in World War II. He landed at Normandy on D-Day. Carrying 80 pound packs many of the soldiers drowned before reaching shore. He sat on a … Continue reading

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Uncle Carl

Uncle Carl Carl first went off to war on August 27, 1918. He was 21 years old and living at home in Fergus Falls with his family. He worked as a laborer. He became a private in the Army and … Continue reading

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Sam

My dad, Sam, never had the chance to raise me. But, I did see him, off and on through the years. I remember his hugs. I remember his kisses, always on the top of my head, if my hair was … Continue reading

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