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I am back….Another Day, Another Book
We all have that one house that sparks our wonder. We wonder who lives there. Or what does the inside look like? Or if it is a particular old house or looks creepy, is it haunted? Jane Flanagan discovered the… Continue reading
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Tell a Lie Day
I looked up some statistics about lying, and here is what I found on the Bright Futures Ny website: It seems that if we were all like Pinocchio, we would have longer noses. Do you lie? Honestly, I think we… Continue reading
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Alfred Hitchcock Day
The English film director is still regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of cinema. In his 60+ years as a director, he made over 50 films. Many are still study for the unique techniques he… Continue reading
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National Oregon Day
Oregon Day celebrates the diverse history, nature and people of the 33rd state of our nation. Oregon’s diversity is also celebrate in the literature set in this great state. I personally have enjoyed the Robin Lockwood series written by Phillip… Continue reading
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Alexander Graham Bell Day
In honor of the father of the practical telephone, I thought I would introduce you to a great thriller by AJ Campbell. When his father dies, 15 year old Joey Clarke raises his younger siblings while his mother deals with… Continue reading
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Read Across America Day
Did you make a date with a book today? I did, and it is a blind date. A friend set me up with this one, actually I would have to say friends. The one author that has been recommended to… Continue reading
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National Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day!
Today we honor the hospitality industry — the people who feed you, entertain you, and ensure a good night’s sleep for the weary travelers. They are often overlooked and under appreciated. According to the National Labor Board, the hospitality industry… Continue reading
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National Handcuff Day
The ancient Greeks first mention the creation of restraint device in mythology. Proteus, a shape-shifting god, was the first to have the cuffs slapped on him to keep him from changing. However, like all practical inventions, handcuffs have evolved over… Continue reading
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