Life Stories of a Hero
Selections from the poetry of Howard Palmer, native Oregonian, 1907-1988
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Small clip-its from poems written by Howard Palmer ‘Ode to the Pioneers’ …The dreamers will always be welcome, Who visualize things yet to be. The farms, the firms, and the factories, Reaching out over this land of the free. ‘Just a Fisherman’s Dream’ …Well for days I tried, with my flies, hand tied, Just to prove I was smarter than he. Why, he was only a fish! And my fervent wish, That old fish would be caught by me. ‘Children’ …Active Children, Noisy children, Learning ABCs, All about the birds and bees, How the fly walks up the wall, Why he doesn’t fall at all? Children.
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At a time when things may seem a bit out of control, here's a chance to enjoy some enchanting stories about a time the world almost forgot. Stories like, "Ode to the Pioneers", Grandpa's view of what life was like for the early settlers. Or "Just a Fisherman's Dream", a humorous look at the classic fish tale.
All together he churned out some 150 works. Not all are award winners, but some are guananteed to give you a smile for a moment or two.
Grandpa never imagined his poems would make it beyond his family and friends. He also did all he could to help any and all children. His charity of choice was the Shriners Hospital, and with that as my inspiration, I have plans for a portion of the proceeds from the sale of "Life Stories of a Hero" to be pledged to that wonderful organization that does so much for the kids.
About the Author
Howard Palmer born October 11, 1907 in the small coastal town of Waldport Oregon, was a true native Oregonian. / He lived a hard life, but came to be a hero to his family, friends, all children, and of course, me. This very special man was my Grandpa. His life story is told through poetry and humor; may I present "Life Stories of a Hero". "BC" McGregor