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Passing
the Time of Day by John Buxton
Time passes
in different ways. In our modern times, life is governed by the
clock. Our goal is to become more efficient. In the 18th century,
the quality of one's life was measured with regard to the manner
of the achievement. For a washerwoman, time passes slowly, the work
is hard, even while the guns of war are at rest. The time for fighting
will come soon enough, but for now a Highlander officer and his
subordinate welcome the quiet moments. Engaged in pleasant conversation,
they are simply Passing the Time of Day.
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