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ALASKA
Wild Word Friday! Linguists agree that the name ALASKA comes to us from a Native word. There’s some disagreement about which word and even which language. Generally, the consensus is that ALASKA means The Great Land, derived from the Aleut word alyeska, which also means “that which the sea breaks against.” I’m not here to…
Puppy Love/ Chihuahua!
The very smallest breed of dog in the whole world of dogdom is the chihuahua. Named for a state in Mexico, the approximate date of their origin is so ancient that no one is absolutely sure what group of people should lay claim to the breed. From Wikipeidia, “In fact, wheeled dog toys representing both…
Puppy Love/ English Springer Spaniel!
During my lifetime, I’ve been the owner or co-owner of many dogs, but my favorite of all was an English Springer Spaniel named Jack. Jack was liver and white in color and an absolutely gorgeous dog. Unlike most springers – and I’ve owned several if you count my childhood – Jack was not very smart….
A Glance Back – Arthritis
About three weeks ago, I noticed that I couldn’t straighten my right middle finger, and now I’m having trouble with the left middle finger, too. I use my hands hard. I garden, I do house and yard work for us and our parents, I play musical instruments, and I type. A lot. Now, when it…
TUNIC
Wild Word Friday! Since most of us give and receive clothing as Christmas gifts, I thought you might enjoy a Wild Word post about the TUNIC. The classic Middle Eastern TUNIC was made from plant fiber, specifically linen, and it was adopted by Europeans about 6000 years ago, shortly after the people of Eastern Europe had learned to spin and weave…
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To the winner
Thanks Sue! It looks like just my style! Can’t wait to read it!