LEARN MORE Fairy tales... immediately we think of children. Odd to think anyone could think they were inappropriate for kids, especially when a trademark is to have a lesson in them that teaches behavior. Still, that is exactly what's happened in modern times. Many of our traditional fairy tales are considered too scary stories and … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Tell A Fairy Tale Day
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#BooksForTheHoliday – National Drink Wine Day!
LEARN MORE I didn’t begin drinking alcohol until I was 36 years old, and now, I am a happy wine drinker. A big reason is because I have a lot of gastric issues and red wine is healthy for a person like me. Actually, it is beneficial for all of us to drink in moderation. So, as we … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Drink Wine Day!
#BooksForTheHoliday – Today Is Squirrel Appreciation Day
LEARN MORE In the ORIGINAL POST by Karen J Mossman | Jan 15, 2023: Squirrel Appreciation Day, she wrote: "On January 21st, Squirrel Appreciation Days recognizes a critter some consider a pest, and others see as fascinating. There are two species of squirrel here in the UK, the grey and the red. The red is our native species … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Today Is Squirrel Appreciation Day
#BooksForTheHoliday – National Winnie the Pooh Day
LEARN MORE Today's observance celebrates on the author's birthday. A.A. Milne was born on January 18, 1882 and passed away on January 31, 1956. He served as an officer in both World Wars and named his iconic character after his son, Christopher Robin Milne. Today's observance celebrates on the author's birthday. A.A. Milne was born … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Winnie the Pooh Day
#BooksForTheHoliday – National Sticker Day
LEARN MORE Today’s observance is celebrated on January 13th in honor of R. Stanton Avery‘s birthday. You might wonder why while recognizing “avery” as something related to labels. Well, this is because Mr. Avery created the American inventor who created the self-adhesive label, which is a sticker. This observance resonates with me because I have fond memories … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Sticker Day
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