I think poetry is WAY underrated in our society. In my literature classes, I always teach students that poetry can capture experiences that are hard to describe in our everyday language. So we always recognize this celebration in April. And I think it is even more appropriate this year. Because this TRULY is the world … More In Honor of National Poetry Month…and Community
I’ve often mentioned that John and Hank Green are some of my real-life heroes. I relied heavily on their free Crash Course videos when I was homeschooling. At the end of each video, John would say, “Don’t forget to be awesome.” So this Sunday morning, I wanted to share that wisdom with my readers by … More Don’t Forget to Be Blissful!
So I’ve done what is probably the most consequential Hallowalimuertos activity–I went and cast my vote for the 2024 elections! I dressed up in my sparkly sequined outfit, and the reflections of the sunshine danced across my dashboard as I drove to the polls. I turned on my timer when I parked in the parking … More My Hallowalimuertos Finale
Happy Independence Day to All! I hope everyone is enjoying the day. Life has seemed particularly stressful lately, so I, at least, need a day to chill out and to celebrate with all Americans, whether I politically agree with them or not. And here is something we can ALL agree on! Isn’t great to get … More Happy 4th of July! Guess What I Got for Free from Trader Joe Today
On this last day of March, I wanted to return to a post based on another March holiday, but one I didn’t get to write about at the time: March 6, or National Oreo Cookie Day. That seems like a pretty specific holiday, but Oreos are a classic. I rarely get desserts, and if I … More Guess How Many Different Oreo Choices There Are at my Grocery Store
Nowruz is the name for Persian or Iranian New Year! Since at least the time of the Zorastrians, the country we in the West called Persia, which we now call Iran (much closer to what the people living there called the country) celebrated the start of the new year on the first day of Spring. … More Happy Nowruz!
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