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- heroin moves from turkey to afghanistan -- 10/29/19 November 19, 2019Today's selection -- from Opium by Martin Booth. Heroin moves from Turkey to Afghanistan: "For twenty years, until 1972, the Corsicans in alliance with both the Italian Mafia (which it is alleged, until the present day, have had high political protection in their home country) and the American Mafia, ran the US heroin market: they accounted […]
- the first women's conference -- 11/18/19 November 18, 2019Today's selection -- from My Life on the Road by Gloria Steinem. The first Women's Conference was held in 1977 in Houston, Texas. But before the main event, 56 mini conferences took place across the United States: "The 1977 National Women's Conference in Houston ... may take the prize as the most important event nobody knows about. ... […]
Bob Mayer
- Studying 7 Famous Disasters in order to prevent future disasters. November 16, 2019After years of studying accidents and disaster, I came to the conclusion that almost every one involving people required seven things to go wrong. The seventh was the actual disaster. But those six precursors, which I call Cascade Events, by themselves, would not have caused the disaster. And one of them was always human error. […]Bob
- Did You Know George Washington Stopped a Mutiny? November 15, 2019Even though I went to West Point, which is just south of Storm King Mountain from Newburgh where Washington the Continental Army was encamped in the winter of 1783, I had never heard of this. We studied the battles of the Revolution but perhaps we should have also studied the politics. After all, as Clausewitz […]Bob
Hugh’s Views & News
- Strange Creatures #WordlessWednesday November 13, 2019Cool or strange? Have you ever seen anything like these before? Continue readingHugh's Views and News
- Looking To Get More Visitors To Your Blog? Join Me At My Weekly Linkup Party – A Guest Post By Esmé Salon @EsmeSalon November 11, 2019How and why participating in a blogging linkup party helps increase traffic to your blog. A guest post written by Esmé Salon.Continue readingHugh's Views and News
Chris The Story Reading Ape’s Blog
- Why Writers Should Trust Their Intuition – by C.S. Lakin… November 19, 2019on Live Write Thrive: Awhile back, I shared a number of quotes from famous authors on writing. These were quotes I came across that I disagreed with. Some I felt were just plain bad advice, and I gave my reasons. But so as not to sound utterly haughty, I am happy to admit there is […]The Story Reading Ape
- Knowing About Writing Styles Can Help You Write Better – by Derek Haines… November 19, 2019on Just Publishing Advice: What are the different styles of writing? There are six general types of writing styles. They are descriptive, expository, persuasive, narrative, poetic and technical. When you understand the differences between each one, they will help your word choice and sentence structure. In other words, you can keep to a specific style […]The Story Reading Ape
I didn’t have my glasses on…
- scout. November 19, 2019scout (in the original), walks home dressed as a ham. — I was cast to play scout in a scene from ‘to kill a mockingbird’ as a favor for my friend who was in an oral interpretation class during her later in life college days. the scene was the one where scout was dressed as […]beth
Legends of Windemere
- Revisiting Legends: Delvin Cunningham the Subtle Warrior #fantasy #adventure November 19, 2019In the initial planning of Legends of Windemere, I didn’t have anything special for Delvin Cunningham. He grew into the tactical leader of the champions, the secondary peacemaker, and the kind of romantic interest of Nyx. This was unfortunate because he … Continue reading →Charles Yallowitz
Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life
- Smorgasbord Laughter Lines – Comedian in Residence D.G. Kaye and a joke from Sally’s Archives November 19, 2019First Debby Gies shares some of the funnies this week that she feels you should not miss.. ..D.G. Kaye Writer Blog is where you will find an archive full of wonderful posts across several subjects including writing tips, social issues … Continue reading →Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
Bluebird of Bitterness
- Find the mouse! November 19, 2019Somewhere in this field of mushrooms, a mouse is lurking. See if you can find it.bluebird of bitterness
- Happy anniversary, Mickey and Minnie November 18, 2019It’s the 91st anniversary of the premiere of “Steamboat Willie,” which was the first film starring Mickey and Minnie Mouse to be shown in theaters. The two mice had actually made their debut a few months earlier in “Plane Crazy,” which failed to find a distributor in 1928 and was not released until the following year, after the success of […]bluebird of bitterness
Elle Knowles: Finding Myself Through Writing
- You had to be there… September 27, 2019True story…Once when my mother was hospitalized, my three sisters and I all showed up at her home to give our help, support, and love. Of course we didn’t mind, but we lived in different states and it had been a while since we had all been together. We took advantage of the situation as […]Elle Knowles
Positively Present
- The 2019 Gratitude Challenge! October 23, 2019HOORAY! The NINTH year of the Positively Present Gratitude Challenge is about to begin on November 1! Though I keep a daily gratitude journal, there's always something special about celebrating gratitude during the month of November each year. Having a specific topic to focus on each day really makes me pay even more attention to […]positively present
The Diesel-Electric Elephant Company, England.
- One fristy frosty morning while most of England was still shivering under the chambermaid… #narrowboat #boating #boatsthattweet November 19, 2019…I went a-roaming, like some black-clad country parson flitting between the hedgerows in search of sinners to redeem. I found … MoreIan Hutson
- Ram a llama ding-dong Mr Christian. Quarter-wits on the poop deck. #narrowboat #boating #boatsthattweet November 17, 2019Her Majesty’s sun setting over my coal heap. Yes, I had to ring Ma’am on her mobile to arrange it. … MoreIan Hutson
Joan Reeves: Slingwords
- RFID Tutorial: Defeat Hackers November 18, 2019Darling Hubby and I recently bought new wallets with RFID protection.I thought I'd give a little tutorial about why this is important. Like most new things in today's world, it's to defeat the bad guys out to steal your private information.What Is RFID?RFID is the acronym for Radio Frequency Identification which is used for communicating […]Joan Reeves
- What to Know About Military Honors November 11, 2019Veterans Day: In honor of my Dad who was part of the World War II D-Day invasion.Thank you, Veterans, for your service and sacrifices.I honor you and the active duty personnel (and all first responders too) who are serving as I write this.Once, long ago, just about everyone in the United States had a relative […]Joan Reeves
SassyZenGirl
- The Amazing CAPE PENINSULA – Breathtaking Scenic Ocean Drives, Penguins & the Cape of Good Hope April 3, 2019********* The Cape Peninsula and Western Cape region are absolutely breathtaking! I especially love the turquoise waters that are so typical for the Cape scenery. You can instantly recognize this region just by that color – that’s how special it is! A Road Trip Around the Cape Peninsula One of the most fun things to do […]Gundi Gabrielle
WASP Final Flight
- Lucile Doll Wise, 43-7 | August 2, 2018 August 17, 2018"Jacqueline Cochran was looking for WASP. They told me I would have to be interviewed and they would contact me when they came to the Wichita area. But I didn’t wait for that. I went down to Houston for my interview, to speed things up. And I think that’s one of the smartest things I […]Unknown
- Jean McCreery, 44-W-10. |. May 10, 2018 July 20, 2018"My first flight was with a barnstormer at the age of five. I loved it! I also tried to 'fly' out of the barn loft with an umbrella. This was less than successful..." WASP Jean Terrell McCreery, 44-10 The indomitable Marguerite Jean Terrell Moreo McCreery has "...slipped the surly bonds of Earth. And danced the skies on […]Unknown
World United Music
- The Minstral Show – (Episode 078) November 17, 2019Welcome to the Minstral Show, the podcast that spotlights the very best music from around the world, made exclusively in the 21st century.An awesome music line up today as we begin closing in on the end of another decade. November 2019 has seen a flurry of great new music released by signed unsigned and independent […]Stewart
Stump the Bookseller
- 333H: Big sister anticipating little brother, wonders if she can trade it for a dog November 14, 2019I received a children’s book in 1995/1996 in anticipation of my little brother. We lived in Gardner, Massachusetts at the time (central MA). The book had beautiful illustrations (something about Monique Felix’s illustrations for The Velveteen Rabbit reminds me of it), and … Continue reading →admin
Ana’s Attic
- Quicky Audiobook Reviews November 15, 2019These are a few of the older books I have read recently and haven’t had a chance to review. I Let You Go by Clare Mackintosh Narrated by Nicola Barber and Steven Crossley “I only let go for a second.” I Let You Go by Clare Mackintosh is a thriller that opens with a child […]Ana's Attic
The Authors’ Billboard
- How audiobooks changed my life #mgtab @melinda_de_ross November 19, 2019Now a very popular format, ten years ago audiobooks were still making a shy debut – just when I needed them most. Reading has always been my biggest passion, but as I worked in an office all day with my eyes fixed on a computer screen, traditional reading became an increasingly difficult hobby. My eyes […]Melinda De Ross
- Sweet & Sassy Holiday #mgtab @natalieann121 November 15, 2019Just 99 cents! Capture The Magic Of The Holiday Season With This Brand New Collection Of ELEVEN CHRISTMAS ROMANCES, SIX BRAND NEW, From New York Times & USA Today Bestselling, Award Winning Authors. During Christmas, an angel comes to the rescue, the hardest decisions are made, assignments turn deadly, choices are made, lovers realize they […]Natalie Ann
Kim’s Shopping
- 6 Classic Handbags You Won’t Regret Investing In November 18, 2019The global handbag market is worth an astounding $47 billion as of last year. The demand for these beautiful (and sometimes luxurious) items is for several reasons. Brand awareness is getting bigger and better. The women workforce is rising. And having one of these classic handbags in your closet just feels great. For any woman who’s […]Connie
Thoroughly Reviewed
- Best Personal Alarm November 9, 2019Top 10 Personal Alarms Personal Alarm Comparison Vigilant View Meemoo View Toodoo View Vigilant PPS View Taiker View Anruik View Basu View Kosin View...Darius Spieth
Whimpulsive
- It’s Monday What Are You Reading #140 November 18, 2019It’s Monday What Are You Reading? is a weekly reading roundup is hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date. This is technically a weekly meme but I don’t read fast enough to make that worthwhile so I generally post it every two or three weeks but sometimes more often depending on how many books I’ve […]suziqoregon
Debra Lynn Dadd
- Furniture November 18, 2019Question from Shana I’m looking for bedroom furniture for my son’s room, as well as the master bedroom. I’d like to find non-toxic furniture that’s traditional, rather than contemporary. The more I look, the more confused I get! There are many Amish manufacturers that use solid wood furniture, but the stains are low VOC. I […]Lisa Powers
- Materials for a Desk November 18, 2019Question from Miriam I was wondering if you could help me with a desk. I’m looking at this one, and there are 3 different options for materials. I purchased the converter in rubberwood as I figured that was the safest, but it’s not big enough and now I am thinking of upgrading to the full desk. […]Lisa Powers
BloominThyme
- Rust and Beans November 4, 2019Rust is a fungal disease that commonly occurs in Florida where it’s warm and humid. Most beans are susceptible to Rust. The disease generally occurs only during prolonged periods of warm, wet and/or humid weather. Rust refers to a variety of fungus, exists in at least 35 pathotypes and is extremely variable. Symptoms develop on leaves […]gardenfrisk
- Easy Succulent Décor October 30, 2019I’ve recently discovered how easy succulent décor can be to incorporate into the home and garden. Not only are these plants low maintenance, but they’re beautiful to behold and come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. If you live in Florida or the islands, you’re probably familiar with the aloe plant. These succulents […]gardenfrisk
The Nerdy Farm Wife
- Drawing Salve Recipe {with charcoal & clay} November 18, 2019This charcoal drawing salve is helpful for splinters, boils, and insect bites. Simply dab some on the offending spot, then cover with a bandaid all day or overnight. Repeat as needed. Some links on this site are affliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, I earn a small commission for sending […]Jan @ The Nerdy Farm Wife
Limecello
- Release Day Review: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert November 6, 2019Get a Life, Chloe Brown (The Brown Sisters #1) by Talia Hibbert Contemporary Romance published by Avon on November 5, 2019 Chloe Brown is a chronically ill computer geek with a goal, a plan, and a list. After almost—but not quite—dying, she’s come up with seven directives to help her “Get a Life”, and she’s […]Babs
- SHM: Native American Heritage Month and “Behind the Scenes” November 2, 2019November is Native American Heritage Month. This is a hodgepodge post of … the update, information, etc. I’ll try to keep it upbeat. One interesting thing I saw and will hopefully remember to follow is this: The Cherokee Nation says it has a right to a congressional delegate. Now it wants Congress to fulfill its […]ALBTALBS
A Redleg’s Rides
- Boondocking in the Picketwire Canyonlands November 19, 2019Sunday, Nov 17Drove from the Queens SWA near Wiley, CO back along the US 50 highway towards La Junta, CO.From La Junta, it was about 30 miles, 20 of them dirt, to the Withers Canyon Trailhead and its campsites. There was only one other camper there, a fellow with a VW bus. Two other cars […]redlegsrides
- Boondocking in the Queens State Wildlife Area, near Wiley, CO November 17, 2019Friday, Nov 15:Drove Uma, the URRV, towing Fiona south of the cesspool that is the Metro Denver area shortly after 9 AM and by 1230 PM had arrived at the John Martin Reservoir located east of Las Animas, CO.I found the campsite listed by allstays.com but it was quite unsatisfactory in terms of location and […]redlegsrides
Lorie Smith Schaefer
- Mid-week Mischief November 13, 2019 Lorie Smith Schaefer
- Mid-week Wisdom November 6, 2019 Lorie Smith Schaefer
Sue Vincent’s Daily Echo
- The Other World ~ Eluminora Creations #writephoto November 19, 2019I knew none of it was real, but the shift of dirt under my bare feet and the piercing reflection of sun on the vast water begged me to believe otherwise. Alone, I walked down to the shore of the … Continue reading →Sue Vincent
- Stone of the Night… November 19, 2019* You are a passenger… You stay under glass… You are driven through the city’s ripped back-sides. You leave the city’s ripped back-sides on a road which snakes through low, rough, foothills. Far on the horizon a solitary fin-shaped peak … Continue reading →Sue Vincent