Aug 13 2023
Get ready to go back to school in style with the ultimate back to school movie marathon guide! As summer comes to an end, it’s time to embrace the excitement of a new academic year. And what better way to get in the back-to-school spirit than with a selection of the best school-themed movies? Whether …
Jul 11 2023
Suzanne Vega, an American singer and songwriter, has significantly contributed to the music industry with her distinctive fusion of folk-inspired melodies and pop music elements. Vega has left an enduring imprint on the genre, demonstrating an extraordinary ability to craft songs that resonate with a broad audience. Born in Santa Monica, California, on this day …
Jul 10 2023
Alice Munro, the Nobel Prize-winning writer, is a celebrated figure in the world of literature. Born on this day July 10, 1931 in Wingham, Ontario, her literary journey began at a young age and eventually led her to be one of the most revered short story writers of the 20th century. Munro’s profound understanding of …
Jul 07 2023
I fell in love with Cuba, or at least the idea of Hemingway’s Cuba, in my mid teens. I read an article about the writer and delighted in the romance of a bygone age, salsa and adventure preserved in time. Maybe the idea of vintage cars made the historic more tangible. I determined that one …
May 22 2023
Are you ready to plan ahead for your summer reading in 2023? Look no further because we’ve compiled a list of must-read books that are perfect for the sunny season. Whether you’re lounging on the beach or taking a road trip, these novels will keep you entertained and engrossed. From gripping thrillers to heartwarming romances, …
Apr 16 2023
Bobby Vinton is a legendary singer and songwriter whose music has touched the hearts of millions of fans around the world. With hits like “Blue Velvet” and “Mr. Lonely,” Vinton’s music has become a staple of popular culture. In this tribute, we’ll take a closer look at the life and career of this iconic artist. …
Feb 27 2023
February 27th is International Polar Bear Day, a time to consider the challenges polar bears face because of global warming. The polar bear is the largest bear on earth, yet these majestic creatures are currently in a vulnerable status due to melting ice caused by climate change. For more facts about polar bears and to …
Dec 30 2022
[It would be neat if with the New Year] for Miguel It would be neat if with the New YearI could leave my loneliness behind with the old year.My leathery loneliness an old pair of work bootsmy dog vigorously head-shakes back and forth in its jaws,chews on for hours every day in my front yard—rain, …
Dec 25 2022
[little tree] little treelittle silent Christmas treeyou are so littleyou are more like a flower who found you in the green forestand were you very sorry to come away?see i will comfort youbecause you smell so sweetly i will kiss your cool barkand hug you safe and tightjust as your mother would,only don’t be afraid …
Dec 21 2022
It’s officially winter today, and I hope everyone has a happy, warm, and enchanted winter holiday season! The winter solstice, also referred to as “midwinter” and “the longest night,” is the day of the year with the least amount of sunlight and the longest night for those on the Northern Hemisphere. Astronomically, it marks the …
