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Lucien Fewell shot James Clark after he apparently ran off with Lucien's 16-year-old sister. The murder trial that followed featured two Confederate generals and a former Virginia governor. What was the verdict? (also on Amazon.com)
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Spoonerism Day
Hands down, the most impressive display of spoonerisms I’ve witnessed were masterworks by the Capitol Steps, who talked about ducky lays and lirty dies, and were way—I mean, wayyyyyy—ahead of the curve in 1990 talking about Tronald Dump. You can … Continue reading
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Get Out of the Dog House Day
Today is supposed to be a day to mend fences and get back in the good graces of someone you have upset. Once upon a time, this would have been like a religious holiday for me. I’ve made those attempts. … Continue reading
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Tagged Contrition, Family, Forgiveness, Life, Recognition Day, Relationships
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Goth Day
I’m pretty sure that when my husband sees that it is Goth Day, he will assume it’s a celebration of the fall of the Western Roman Empire and the emergence of medieval Europe. But that’s not why we’re here. I … Continue reading
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Tagged Family, Fashion, Life, Music, Recognition Day, Small Towns
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Be a Millionaire Day
The spirit of the day is “to reflect on the idea of being a millionaire and potentially consider strategies to achieve financial independence. While it’s a fun day to imagine the possibilities of having a million dollars, it also serves … Continue reading
Rural Day
Apparently this is a Methodist thing? I’m not sure why they appropriated the idea. Rural doesn’t need a denomination, and I’ve known plenty of townie Methodists. I wouldn’t actually say that I have lived a rural life—more so small-town, suburban, … Continue reading
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Tagged Dogs, Family, Life, Neighbors, Recognition Day, Travel
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Bucket List Day
As my Bucket Day approaches, my list has (happily) gotten much shorter. This is partly because I’ve done a bunch of the things I always wanted, but it is partly because I get lazier and less imaginative as I get … Continue reading
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Only Child Day
When I was a tot, I wanted a sibling. Partly because I wanted someone who had no choice but to hang out with me (I was unclear on the concept, obviously), and partly because I wanted my mom and dad … Continue reading
Hug Day
Today is National Hug Day. Props to folks who like hugging. I am not a hugger. With the exception of my grandmother, I come from a long line of non-huggers. My grandfather would pat your head if you hugged him. … Continue reading
Arwen Adams Bicknell 