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This time of year, the word “cheer” seems to pop up a lot. The word is usually associated with happiness, enthusiasm and encouragement — think of carolers spreading holiday cheer, or the “cheers” you always hear at happy hour, or … Continue reading →

I grew up in Oklahoma and I had to take Oklahoma History during my student days. Oklahoma has a pretty interesting history, being Indian Territory before becoming a state. One interesting fact is that the Oklahoma Panhandle was known as … Continue reading →

We were talking about Christmas decorations and I mentioned that quite a few years ago, Claire always put tinsel on our Christmas tree. You pretty much don’t see tinsel at all these days, and if you do, it certainly doesn’t … Continue reading →

I’m not sure exactly why, but I’ve been on the subject of legends and folklore lately. Before I get off the subject, I think I should point out that the early Americans had their own legends and folktales. A lot … Continue reading →

Seems like in the last year, I’ve found a lot to worry about. Actually I don’t think I’d consider myself a “worrier” but lately I just find myself worrying about all sorts of things. Anyhow, the other day I was … Continue reading →

I’ve never liked staying at a Bed & Breakfast (B&B.) We’ve stayed at a few over the years, but I actually prefer a nice hotel. Obviously that’s my preference and lots of people I know think B&B’s are much better … Continue reading →

Seems like the subject lately has been about myths, legends and folklore. I pondered that a bit — our rich cultural past is present in many ways… myths, legends and folklore being just some of them. One thing I don’t … Continue reading →

I met a couple of friends for drinks yesterday afternoon. One was already there when I arrived and he asked if the other friend had come with me. I told him no, and he said he hoped that he hadn’t … Continue reading →

Just about everything these days is controversial, so I suppose Mother Goose shouldn’t be any different. Mother Goose stories are basically folk tales that were originally told to children to entertain them. I remember reading some of them to our … Continue reading →

I think I touched on this a long time ago, but at lunch the other day, my friend mentioned how the Internet had changed our lives and had created news words and terms. He said he never heard the term … Continue reading →