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Memorial Day 2026

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 24, 2026 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 24, 2026

    Every year I write a bit of flash fiction to honor those whom we have lost in service to this nation. My only rule is that I write it in one sitting. Today’s entry is no exception. I … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Flash Fiction

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 24, 2025 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 24, 2025

Almost every year for over a decade I’ve been writing a piece of flash fiction for Memorial Day and Veterans Day. It dawned on me that I hadn’t written one for Monday and I’d better get to it. Filled the … Continue reading →

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Coast To Coast, A Trip For The Ghost

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 24, 2024 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 24, 2024

This year we visit some more recent history in our Memorial Day essay. Enjoy the day, but remember the reason. They deserve it. ************* ***************** **************** ****************** “You know, Espinoza, that even for a Lance Corporal “Coast to coast, a … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day: Dawn

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 30, 2022 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 29, 2022

It has long been a tradition on my blog to post a piece of fiction on Memorial Day. Always involving those lost in service to the nation. This year is no exception. I humbly submit my work today, entitled “Dawn” … Continue reading →

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Where Did They Go?

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 25, 2020 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 20, 2020

It’s time for the annual Memorial Day piece of flash fiction. For my long-suffering readers, there is a theme I bring back from time to time. Today’s post is a part of that series. For the uninitiated, you will quickly … Continue reading →

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