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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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True Confessions Day
We all hold secrets. Some of those secrets are small, while others could be life altering if they come to light. Most secrets are kept out of guilt and shame. The best way to alleviate the guilt and shame is… 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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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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Happy Grandmother Achievement Day!
Today is an interesting day for holidays. I could have certainly written about the Super Bowl and Man Day or National Guitar Day (my husband plays guitar and was excited to see what I would come up with). Or there are… Continue reading
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Currently Reading: Everyone Here is Lying
It is fitting that on this day, National Missing Persons Awareness Day, I finished Shari Lapena’s Everyone Here is Lying. This was a real page-turner! Avery, a difficult child, is reported missing by her family after fighting with her father, Dr.… Continue reading
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