Dale Allman
Bio
Dale started writing and proofreading at a very young age, after school in his parents newspaper. Corporate career, numerous awards and recognition followed. Dale writes now to inform, uplift and entertain.
Stories (19)
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Battle for Souls
"Hey! What the heck is that?" We were looking at the contents of an old cedar chest we picked up at a garage sale. Inside were a few bundles of letters, some yellowed now with age. And we could also see a few pictures and an assortment of what looked like medals.
By Dale Allman4 years ago in Fiction
The Beginning of the Light
There it was that green light! Showing up at my window again! I never knew when it would appear or disappear but strangely this time I welcomed the sight of it. Believe it or not, the flashing green light and all its little parts relaxed my neck and shoulders, to the point of making my migraine headaches go away.
By Dale Allman4 years ago in Fiction
The Medicine Bull
Closed another deal today! As I signed the final papers I glanced up at my office wall for the millionth time. What I saw this time was the same that I see every time. What my grandfather called the Medicine Bull. It was his gift to me before he passed. Along with it came the stories and encouragement he received from his grandfather.
By Dale Allman4 years ago in Fiction
Feel Better - Bring Outside In
Introduction Science finally catches up with what we knew by instinct. Having spent more time outdoors than in, I can testify to the benefits of being outside. My therapist recently pointed out that most of my photo albums that showed me smiling as I was growing up were taken outdoors. My inside face was usually solemn and subdued.
By Dale Allman5 years ago in Earth
Leather and Lace
There's an old song (1981) by Don Henley and Stevie Nicks titled "Leather and Lace". Part of the female lyrics say, "Give to me your leather, take from me my lace." A poignant way to state intimate relationships. My 44 year marriage to my beautiful wife Linda echoes those lyrics, and there are many love stories I can tell from my leather craft and the things I've made.
By Dale Allman5 years ago in Marriage
Mom Boss, Mom Bitch
My mother was crazy. Seriously, bat wing certifiable nuts. We didn't find out though until she was almost 80 years old. At that point she couldn't take care of herself anymore. Or, more accurately she couldn't find anyone or bully anyone to take care of her. The doctor had to provide exam results to the nursing home so Mom could be admitted.
By Dale Allman5 years ago in Families
