Raymond Holmes real life stories short stories Monday, April 24, 2017 Mister Polio by Raymond Holmes Raymond Holmes recounts his experience as a child during the 1950s polio scare in America. That hot, humid Saturday evening in July, 1951 was the scariest time of my young life - one I would never forget. The air was like a blanket that covered your body as soon as you stepped outside. The slightest exertion drew perspiration through your skin immediately. As a respite from the oppressive heat,… Read more Labels: Raymond Holmes real life stories short stories 7 comments: