Often, writers struggle with commas. It begins in elementary school when we are told a "rule of thumb" that seems to become ingrained in our minds: when you read aloud, if you pause, use a comma. However, there are truly hard rules to commas, and what we were initially told is not accurate. One place … Continue reading Do I Need A Comma Before A Name?
Category: Non-Fiction & Educational
My Book Review of If the Fates Allow: A Short Story
If the Fates Allow by Rainbow Rowell My rating: 4 of 5 stars Interesting Covid ChristmasI thought this was a good representation of the covid era. This short story did a good job painting a picture of America during 2020 and 2021, especially during the holidays. This was an interesting read, but it felt incomplete. … Continue reading My Book Review of If the Fates Allow: A Short Story
#BooksForTheHoliday – National Love Your Pet Day
LEARN MORE Today is National Love Your Pet Day. This observance is all about appreciating the adopted members in our family who complete our lives. Not only do they bring us great joy, but they also bless us with incredible health benefits. Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets is linked … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Love Your Pet Day
That’s #PUN-ny: Pet Puns
I always try to share books related to the theme of my puns. Today, I went with pets because I love animals. Not sure what books I will find to tie back to this, but you what I always say...You never know what you'll find on the shelves of a book store or in library … Continue reading That’s #PUN-ny: Pet Puns
#DidYouKnow – The U.S. Number of WWII Submarines Casualties
#DidYouKnow is a Blog Series on www.jmnorthup.com I recently visited the National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg, Texas. Originally in honor of Admiral Nimitz, he would not have a memorial that didn't honor ALL those who served. During my visit, I discovered many new things. One tidbit... Did you know how many submarines the … Continue reading #DidYouKnow – The U.S. Number of WWII Submarines Casualties
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