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Steven Miller's avatar

This is spot on, Maury. Thanks for it.

I, too, have two brothers; I'm the oldest (I am just a bit older than you, based on your year references in this post). We watched He-Man. Our parents divorced when we were teens. We live in different parts of the country now with our families, but remain close.

Thank you for capturing this.

Maury D. Wood, II's avatar

That’s great. Those childhood memories are even better when you remain close. My brothers and I live nearby each other. We are trying to get together more often.

Charles Yokel's avatar

I’m the same age as Sean, and with my older brother, we also watched He-Man (called Musclor here in France!) while crowded around a rocking chair! The main difference? We played football (the real one, soccer ;) ) instead of baseball.

This is a superb article. Thank you especially for these lines that summarize everything so perfectly:

'Saturday mornings belonged to cartoons, breakfast, and being brothers. At the time, it felt completely normal. Now it feels priceless.'

Maury D. Wood, II's avatar

Glad you enjoyed it. Brothers are great and they make childhood even better. We didn't play much football lol

Laura Lynch's avatar

Oh man I love this! What beautiful relationships you guys have built and you're right, it is rare! So happy to have been able to share in that what I read this! :D

Maury D. Wood, II's avatar

The cool thing is that just yesterday my youngest brother had some car trouble on the way home and his family had to spend the night. He was on the way home from spending a few days with my other brother. Family is a blessing from God.

Laura Lynch's avatar

It truly is! I never want to take it for granted!

R Meadow's avatar

Wonderful memories made into a new one with your new photo! A loving tribute to you all as brothers. Enjoyed reading it! ~ Rosie