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Happy 2022!

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 Wishing everyone a Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year! "Wishing you a Happy New Year bursting with fulfilling and exciting opportunities.  And remember, if opportunity doesn't knock, build a door!" "With the new day comes new strength and...

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DEC
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Easy Eats New Year's Eve!

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What are you doing New Year's Eve? Hey, everyone eats! How About Yummy, Easy Recipes for New Year's Eve! Roasted Garlic Potatoes INGREDIENTS LIST 3 pounds (1.5 kg) baby red potatoes, washed and quartered 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil6 large clov...

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DEC
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38 Men Executed December 26, 1862

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"The trials of the Dakota were conducted unfairly in a variety of ways. The evidence was sparse, the tribunal was biased, the defendants were unrepresented in unfamiliar proceedings conducted in a foreign language, and authority for convening th...

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DEC
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Merry Christmas, Peace to All!

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Wnctimes wishes everyone a wonderful Christmas!  The holidays may be a time of reflection....thoughts of the past, thoughts of the future. Taking time for those thoughts are important.  So is taking time to enjoy the present, the precious&n...

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DEC
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Who Turned the Holiday Lights Out? Don't Feed the Squirrels!

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A group "The Friends of Mears Park Group" decided to forego their holiday lights display this year, as squirrels destroyed the display last year. The park is located in St. Paul, Minn. The display is actually in their park, and apparently people...

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DEC
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Crispy Air-Fryer Low Carb Tortilla Chips

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We've been using our air-fryer every day! We don't even use the stove anymore!  It's quick, easy, healthy and makes everything tasty! The clean up is so quick, too! We decided to look into quick, tasty snacks for the upcoming holidays. ...

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DEC
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How Odd? Man Steals Bridge?

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It's been awhile since we've done an "How Odd" Blog. After reading this story, we just knew it had to be shared! December 21, 2021 According to a Facebook post yesterday by the Akron Police Department, a man was arrested with stealing a bridge, ...

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DEC
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What's The Word? Words of Christmas Past!

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What's The Word? Well, since it's Christmas Time, thought it would be fun to look at words from Christmas that are no longer used! How about Hogamadog? Toe-cover? Snerdle? or Drachenfutter? Hogamadog – To me, it sounded like something you'd eat! Yes,...

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DEC
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Heroes: Colorado Humane Society Officers Rescue Dog From Cliff

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I've seen pets get themselves in some interesting situations, but this one ranks up there.  The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region said a dog named Jessie Lee was rescued from a cliff earlier this week. The adorable puppy, later named Jessi...

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DEC
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What's The Word? Today, It's Two Words! Boxing Day!

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What's The Word? Well, this is a date, and two words, but I think it's great to learn traditions around the world and beliefs! So, today we are featuring, "Boxing Day." Boxing Day, in Great Britain and some Commonwealth countries, particularly Austra...

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DEC
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John Lennon, A Man of Peace, Killed December 8, 1980

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John Lennon vocalized his messages of peace and brotherly love, infused with the fusion of rock, jazz and the blues. His music is inspired by the artists he grew up with – Buddy Holly, Little Richard, James Brown, and Elvis Presley. On this...

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DEC
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Holidays 2021 Reach Out and Touch Someone!

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What to do during this holiday season? Maybe you're far away from family, missing lost loved ones, or because of COVID, you're playing it safe where gatherings are concerned. Whatever you're situation, let's look at ways to make the holidays a little...

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DEC
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What's The Word? Words of Christmas Past: "Yule Hole"

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What's The Word? Well, since it's Christmas Time, thought it would be fun to look at words from Christmas that are no longer used I couldn't resist when I found this, I just knew I had to make it part of the Words of Christmas Past! This series of wo...

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NOV
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What's The Word? Words of Christmas Time Past

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What's The Word? Well, since it's Christmas Time, thought it would be fun to look at words from Christmas that are no longer used, or like today's word, Sugar Plum ... used in songs, but we don't know their meaning. Twas the Night Before Christmas,&n...

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NOV
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Holiday Stress and Depression

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Holiday Blues... Sometimes I wonder if holidays hurt more people than they help. I do know that there are many people who at the very least people are sad during the holidays. Reasons vary, as does how sad people get. Depression that is triggered by ...

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NOV
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Why Do People Get Lost in the Grocery Store?

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I saw this title on an article in Science Daily and I just had to read it! This study shows, it really is all in your head! Ever been lost in the grocery store? Researchers are closer to knowing why it happensDate:November 16, 2021 Source:University ...

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NOV
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Dumb Laws in North Carolina. Really Dumb!

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Dumb Laws in North Carolina, Really Dumb! Plow fields? Well, you can't use an elephant to plow your field! Hey, if you don't need to know this, spread the word! Who knows who might need to know?  Read more at link below: https://www.ourstat...

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NOV
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Gluten-Free, Vegan Gingerbread Holiday Cookies! Sweet, Healthy Recipes!

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Christmas time is a great time for baking! Filling the house with sweet smells, it's aroma therapy! Holiday get togethers, giving your baked tasty creations as gifts, to have with coffee and snacks, put that holiday music on and it really is a fun ti...

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OCT
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What's The Word? Here's a hint: What's Cooking?

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What's The Word? Saturday, October 23, 2021What's The Word Today Hint:What's Cooking? What's the word? Today, it's all about cooking!  Hey, even if you're not a cook, new words are fun to learn! Expand your vocabulary ...... want to impress...

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OCT
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Happy Birthday, John Lennon! Imagine Peace!

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