It’s Veteran’s Day in the United States. Other countries also honor their veterans. Whether it’s called Veteran’s Day, Armistice Day, or Remembrance Day, we dedicate this day to thanks and remembrances for those who have served in an armed service. Now we also have the Veterans History Project. In the U.S., we have national and… Continue reading Remembering: Veterans History Project
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Going to Mars Word by Word: C.S. Lewis style
Out of the Silent Planet by C.S. Lewis is the third in my Going to Mars Word by Word series. It offers a fascinating C.S. Lewis style view of Mars.
A Halloween Mash-up
Otis and Spike, invite you to join them at their Halloween mash-up party. Learn the origins of Halloween, how other countries celebrate, and other fun stuff.
How Bad Do You Want It?
On October 14th Felix Baumgartner, an Austrian skydiver, daredevil, and BASE jumper achieved his goal. For the high risk, the level of technology and training needed, he wanted success badly. How bad do you want it? Did You Watch Him Fall Down From the Sky? If you missed the spectacular jump, watch this video: Did… Continue reading How Bad Do You Want It?
Art Glass Lessons for Writing
The earliest known manmade glass is in the form of Egyptian beads from between 2750 and 2625 BC. My interest in art glass (more commonly known as stained glass) doesn’t go back that far, but it goes back more than a few years. I have always loved the way sunlight brings a stained glass piece… Continue reading Art Glass Lessons for Writing