Monthly Archives: November 2013

Thanksgiving Trivia Answers

Posted on November 30, 2013 by 5216char

Did you take my Thanksgiving trivia quiz?  Here are the answers: 1.  Thanksgiving is celebrated only in the United States.       False.  Canada celebrates a thanksgiving also.  2.  The Greek Goddess of Corn is:      (a) Demeter 3.  The first … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Trivia

Posted on November 28, 2013 by 5216char

1.  Thanksgiving is celebrated only in the United States.       True or False? 2.  The Greek Goddess of Corn is:       (a) Demeter    (b) Cornucopia     (c) Ceres     (d) Grainophillia 3.  The first department store to hold a Thanksgiving parade was: … Continue reading →

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They’re Going Up

Posted on November 26, 2013 by 5216char

I noticed that some of my neighbors have been busy putting up their outdoor Christmas lights.  I figure that’s only fair since stores are playing Christmas music and rushing to open on Thanksgiving for the Christmas shopping season.  But I … Continue reading →

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Missed A Meeting

Posted on November 23, 2013 by 5216char

I missed the meeting of the Knitters’ Guild today. The program was to feature a local shop owner, Georgia Druen, who has written a book on, I believe, top down raglan sweaters in sizes from babies to adults. I really … Continue reading →

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What Do They Do WIth Them?

Posted on November 21, 2013 by 5216char

I’ve noticed more and more charities are asking that you donate your car to them. I assume they mean that when you get a new car, you give them your old one rather than trade it in on the purchase. … Continue reading →

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Annoyed With Boy Scouts

Posted on November 19, 2013 by 5216char

I’m annoyed with the local Boy Scouts. Last Saturday was their big food drive. They collect canned food which is then donated to local food pantries. This is a huge undertaking; they collect at least two million cans. So they … Continue reading →

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Going to the Symphony

Posted on November 16, 2013 by 5216char

I’m going to the Symphony tonight to hear Peter Grimes. I don’t ever remember hearing this before so I’m really looking forward to it. One reason is that is by Benjamin Britten (I think!). Guess I’ll need to check my … Continue reading →

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Can You Help?

Posted on November 14, 2013 by 5216char

Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching. In my family that means presenting my Christmas wish list to the person who pulled my name to purchase gifts for this year. I’m stuck. What should I put on my list? Do you have any … Continue reading →

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Time to Get Out Your Longies

Posted on November 12, 2013 by 5216char

Our weather took a cruel turn last evening and today it is COLD! We went from a high of 64 to a low under 20 (not sure of the exact number). This means I turned the furnace up since I’m … Continue reading →

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Visiting National Parks

Posted on November 9, 2013 by 5216char

Last night I visited a number of our national parks thanks to the monthly travelogue. It focused mostly on the parks in the Western U.S. I must admit that after looking at picture after picture of red rocks, I’m not … Continue reading →

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