FYI December 28, 2021

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1836 – Spain recognizes the independence of Mexico with the signing of the Santa María–Calatrava Treaty.
The Spanish attempts to reconquer Mexico (Spanish: Intentos Españoles de Reconquista de México) were an effort by the Spanish government to regain possession of its former colony of New Spain, resulting in episodes of war comprised in clashes between the newly born Mexican nation and Spain. The designation mainly covers two periods: the first attempts occurred from 1821 to 1825 and involved the defense of Mexico’s territorial waters, while the second period had two stages, including the Mexican expansion plan to take the Spanish-held island of Cuba between 1826 and 1828 and the 1829 expedition of Spanish General Isidro Barradas, which landed on Mexican soil with the object of reconquering Mexican territory. Although the Spanish never regained control of the country, they damaged the fledgling Mexican economy.

The newly independent nation of Mexico was in dire straits after eleven years of fighting its War of Independence. There were no clear plans or guidelines established by the revolutionaries, and internal struggles by different factions for control of the government ensued. Mexico suffered a complete lack of funds to administer a country of over 4.5 million km2 and faced the threats of emerging internal rebellions and of invasion by Spanish forces from their base in nearby Cuba.

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Born On This Day

1895 – Carol Ryrie Brink, American author and playwright (d. 1981)[7]
Carol Ryrie Brink (December 28, 1895 – August 15, 1981) was an American author of over thirty juvenile and adult books. Her novel Caddie Woodlawn won the 1936 Newbery Medal[2] and a Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in 1958.[3]

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Recipes

Homemade on a Weeknight: Crispy Cheesy Chicken Tacos

Taste of Home Test Kitchen: Mozzarella Beef Roll-Ups

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DamnDelicious

Miso Butter Corn September 27, 2023
Miso Butter Corn is a recipe that proves simple can be amazing! The magic of a dab of miso. 🙂 This sautéed corn is a side dish that goes with everything, from chicken rissoles to gyoza. Or make a meal out of it with a fried egg, avocado and tortillas for stuffing. Miso butter corn... […]
Nagi
Top 10 recipes we make at RecipeTin Meals September 25, 2023
RecipeTin Meals is our food bank, where we make and donate 100,000 homemade meals annually to the vulnerable here in my hometown, Sydney. Here are the top 10 recipes we make, regulars because they’re crowd pleasers, freezable and economical! RTM on TV! There was a lovely segment on TV yesterday about RecipeTin Meals, my food... […]
Nagi

Wikimedia Commons picture of the day for September 27 September 27, 2023
Picture of the day Aerial view of Mount Rainier, Washington, USA, taken from the west. At 14,417 ft (4,394 m), this active volcano is the highest mountain in Washington State and is the most topographically prominent mountain in the contiguous United States. It is considered one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. It […]
Wikimedia Commons picture of the day for September 26 September 26, 2023
Picture of the day Amrum windmill near Nebel, historic building and landmark of the North Frisian Island of Amrum

Reservation Dogs series finale: A lovely, full-circle farewell September 27, 2023
The final episode of Reservation Dogs ends with a simple title card: “Mvto (Thank You).”Read more...
Manuel Betancourt
Matt Walsh’s Dancing With The Stars saga ends in defeat September 27, 2023
It’s been a weird week of controversies for Dancing With The Stars. After announcing actor and comedian Matt Walsh would appear as a contestant this season, a swift backlash over whether or not he is violating the WGA and/or SAG-AFTRA strikes followed. Walsh bowed out, SAG-AFTRA clarified, and Walshed bowed back in.…Read more...
Matt Schimkowitz
They couldn’t beat the WGA, so the streaming services are teaming up September 27, 2023
In a move that makes a lot more sense now that we’ve seen just how badly the AMPTP got beaten in its contract negotiations with the WGA (where the union seemingly got a version of everything it wanted, including AI protections and viewership bonuses for streaming projects), Axios says that a bunch of the biggest—and […]
Sam Barsanti
Forget September, Todd Haynes has a trailer for May December September 27, 2023
As the days grow shorter and the nights grow darker, all eyes turn toward the holidays, when we dust off our copies of Carol and remember all the good director Todd Haynes has brought the yuletide. Haynes is so into Christmas that he gifted us an early present: a trailer for his calendar-themed film May […]
Matt Schimkowitz

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Welcome to the Stump the Bookseller blog!

Stump the Bookseller is a service offered by Loganberry Books to reconnect people to the books they love but can’t quite remember. In brief (for more detailed information see our About page), people can post their memories here, and the hivemind goes to work. After all, the collective mind of bibliophiles, readers, parents and librarians around the world is much better than just a few of us thinking. Together with these wonderful Stumper Magicians, we have a nearly 50% success rate in finding these long lost but treasured books. The more concrete the book description, the better the success rate, of course. It is a labor of love to keep it going, and there is a modest fee. Please see the How To page to find price information and details on how to submit your Book Stumper and payment.

Thanks to everyone involved to keep this forum going: our blogging team, the well-read Stumper Magicians, the many referrals, and of course to everyone who fondly remembers the wonder of books from their childhood and wants to share or revisit that wonder. Isn’t it amazing, the magic of a book?

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 September 27, 2023
The potential for mining graphite raises fears and hopes in villages north of Nome. Plus, physician assistants are outraged by proposed regulations that could limit their ability to provide healthcare in Alaska. And, federal funding helps give Petersburg students more locally-sourced options for lunch.
Tim Rockey, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Tesla needs graphite. Alaska has plenty. But mining it raises fears in nearby villages. September 26, 2023
Graphite is a critical ingredient in the batteries needed to power America’s electric vehicle revolution. But every ounce of it is imported. A proposed mine in a remote part of Alaska would change that. But some of the people who live nearby fear it will endanger their way of life.
Nathaniel Herz, Alaska Public Media

leopold and the congo -- 9/26/23 September 26, 2023
Today's selection -- from Once Upon a Time World by Jonathan Miles. King Leopold II of Belgium was one of the most heinous, rapacious tyrants in world history: "[King] Leopold II of Belgium, who owned villas in Beaulieu and Cap Ferrat … bankrolled his building on the Riviera by what Joseph Conrad called 'robbery with […]
elie wiesel’s night -- 9/25/23 September 25, 2023
Today's selection -- from Time's Echo: The Second World War, the Holocaust, and the Music of Remembrance by Jeremy Eichler. In the immediate aftermath of World War II, many works regarding the Nazi atrocities against Jews were shunned or rejected: “In 1956, a defiant eight-hundred-page memoir written in Yiddish and titled Un di uelt hot […]

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 September 27, 2023
The potential for mining graphite raises fears and hopes in villages north of Nome. Plus, physician assistants are outraged by proposed regulations that could limit their ability to provide healthcare in Alaska. And, federal funding helps give Petersburg students more locally-sourced options for lunch.
Tim Rockey, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Tesla needs graphite. Alaska has plenty. But mining it raises fears in nearby villages. September 26, 2023
Graphite is a critical ingredient in the batteries needed to power America’s electric vehicle revolution. But every ounce of it is imported. A proposed mine in a remote part of Alaska would change that. But some of the people who live nearby fear it will endanger their way of life.
Nathaniel Herz, Alaska Public Media

Recent Research Spreadsheets
Our students have compiled research in three topic areas. Below are the links to their research tables that can be downloaded for searching and viewing. For a state-by-state review of Mandatory Reporter laws, click here. For a state-by-state review of Background Check laws, click...
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Legislative Drafting Students
Our students spend the summer working on the research project of the LDICP. Through their extensive research, massive databases of information on state statutes regarding the abuse of children have been created and will be posted here as their work is finalized. Here are...
feigleycommunications

Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. September 26, 2023
La Liga, of the the Spanish soccerleague has linked up with the biggest name in the sport. Or, more accurately, the longest name: Welsh team Clwb Pêl Droed Llanfairpwllgw”yngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch Football Club. The team, based in North Wales and more commonly known as CPD Llanfairpwll FC, is set to be sponsored by LaLiga throughout the current […]
beth

Smorgasbord Free Book Promotions 2023- Share an Excerpt from one of your published books – #Poetry – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poems by Lauren Scott September 26, 2023
In this series authors were invited to share an excerpt of 500 words from any of their published books . Submissions are now closed for this series but there will be another in early 2024.. My thanks to all who … Continue reading →
Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.

Sunny Ann Starling, July 2, 1943 - January 6, 2023 January 10, 2023
All-American patriot, artist, designer, entrepreneur, flower arranger, chef, and joyful servant, Sunny Lou Starling, was carried on the wings of angels to the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 6, 2023. She once said her mission was to “Gather and feed all you can, as often as you can, because you never know if […]
Unknown
WASP Final Flight February 28, 2022
WASP Deanie Bishop Parrish, 44-W-4"Failure isn't failure unless you let it be. It's simply a change in direction. Just count your many blessings move on. With God's help, anything is possible!"Deanie Bishop Parrish passed away peacefully in her home in Waco, Texas, on February 24, 2022, just one day shy of her 100th birthday. She met every challenge […]
Unknown

Four Fun Midweek Kodachrome Car Images No. 462 September 20, 2023
In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Kodachrome...
David Greenlees
Four Fun Midweek Kodachrome Car Images No. 461 September 13, 2023
In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Americar.
David Greenlees

Akron Over Lincoln: 1931 September 26, 2023
November 2, 1931. Washington, D.C. "Navy airship U.S.S. Akron over the Lincoln Memorial." 4x5 inch nitrate negative by Theodor Horydczak. View full size. THE AKRON'S VISIT. The giant airship Akron arrived yesterday to salute the Capital on its first flight, after having been officially dedicated to Navy service on Navy Day. […]
Dave
S.S. Miami: 1910 September 25, 2023
Miami, Florida, circa 1910. "Peninsular & Occidental steamer Miami off for Nassau, W.I." 8x10 inch dry plate glass negative, Detroit Publishing Company. View full size.
Dave

Minnesota Munchkins, c. 1895 March 23, 2023
This despondent looking crew are the drawn from the various Scandanavian, German, and Irish families settled in or near Wadena, Minnesota during the late 1800s. Wadena, located in the west-central part of the state, was (and is) a pretty small town, so some of these kids probably had an epic daily commute, by foot, from […]
chrmer
Boomers, First Grade: 1953 March 4, 2023
It's seventy years ago in Idyllic Larkspur™, where we find me (bottom left corner) with Bob, David, Bob, Jim, Jim, Margaret, Sandy, Donna, Rae Ann, Roberta, Virginia, Jerry, Buzzy, Fred, Gordy, Frances, Alice, Alice, Sheila, Mrs. Madeline Drew and others whose names I forget. This was taken within a month of losing nearly half our […]
tterrace

The original owners wanted a shallower draft September 27, 2023
In reply to S.S. Deathtrap: 1910: Wikipedia has a good rundown of the SS Eastland tragedy. Shortly after being launched in 1903, the Eastland was modified to have a shallower draft for trips on the Black River in South Haven, Michigan. At the same time, air conditioning was added, and modifications were made to increase […]
Doug Floor Plan
Look! Up in the sky -- September 27, 2023
In reply to Akron Over Lincoln: 1931: The craziest thing happened today. Looked up to see the Goodyear blimp flying over near where I live. Especially interesting after seeing all these airship photos the last few days.
Vonderbees

Easy Microgreens June 13, 2023
Microgreens seem to be all the rage these days and for good reason: they are packed with nutrients and easy to grow! The USDA and University of Maryland found that leaves from microgreens had more nutrients than the mature leaves of the same plants. And great flavor. Plus, you don’t need a lot of space […]
gardenfrisk
Cauliflower Growing Tip April 12, 2023
I’ve been growing cauliflower for years, but only recently did I learn this cauliflower growing tip from a farmer friend of mine. I was showing her my garden and she wrapped her hands around the leaves of my young cauliflower plants and folded them upward. “When your cauliflower begins to form a bud, pull your […]
gardenfrisk

Reservation Dogs series finale: A lovely, full-circle farewell September 27, 2023
The final episode of Reservation Dogs ends with a simple title card: “Mvto (Thank You).”Read more...
Manuel Betancourt
Matt Walsh’s Dancing With The Stars saga ends in defeat September 27, 2023
It’s been a weird week of controversies for Dancing With The Stars. After announcing actor and comedian Matt Walsh would appear as a contestant this season, a swift backlash over whether or not he is violating the WGA and/or SAG-AFTRA strikes followed. Walsh bowed out, SAG-AFTRA clarified, and Walshed bowed back in.…Read more...
Matt Schimkowitz
They couldn’t beat the WGA, so the streaming services are teaming up September 27, 2023
In a move that makes a lot more sense now that we’ve seen just how badly the AMPTP got beaten in its contract negotiations with the WGA (where the union seemingly got a version of everything it wanted, including AI protections and viewership bonuses for streaming projects), Axios says that a bunch of the biggest—and […]
Sam Barsanti
Forget September, Todd Haynes has a trailer for May December September 27, 2023
As the days grow shorter and the nights grow darker, all eyes turn toward the holidays, when we dust off our copies of Carol and remember all the good director Todd Haynes has brought the yuletide. Haynes is so into Christmas that he gifted us an early present: a trailer for his calendar-themed film May […]
Matt Schimkowitz

Tuscan Lemon Chicken September 23, 2023
Marinated in olive oil, lemon, rosemary, thyme, garlicky goodness. So juicy, tender and moist, grilled to perfection! This is a summertime favorite. With an easy garlicky-lemony-herby marinade, I can prep everything the night before, firing up the grill right before serving. I also double the batch for leftovers, which go beautifully in salads, sandwiches, grain […]
Chungah @ Damn Delicious
Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros September 16, 2023
Perfectly seasoned chicken baked to perfection on ONE SINGLE PAN! Serve in warm pitas for a quick weeknight meal! Who doesn’t love a good chicken sheet pan dinner? It’s quick, it’s fast, and there’s minimal clean up involved. And I for one love this shortcut gyro sheet pan dinner. The chicken is seasoned oh-so-perfectly with […]
Chungah @ Damn Delicious

Romany Gypsies in Regency England: A Vibrant, Misunderstood Community September 22, 2023
In Regency England, there existed a community of mystery and intrigue—The Romany Gypsies. These nomadic people, known for their colorful wagons, lively traditions, and vibrant culture, played a significant yet often misunderstood role. Here, I hope to shed some light on their customs, challenges, and enduring spirit. The Romany Gypsies are a nomadic community, moving […]
Josie Riviera
Changing Direction September 19, 2023
During difficult times, we remain frozen in one place and moving seems almost impossible. We focus on what we can’t do rather than do something different, and yet changing directions may bring up new opportunities and open new doors. A needed change, a ‘turning point’ in a novel, a ‘momentum shift’ in tennis games, a […]
Mona Risk

The 5 best books about Navy SEALs — according to Navy SEALs September 26, 2023
An East-coast-based US Naval Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) conducts a tactical patrol movement during training with Polish special forces on June 22, 2023. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Katie Cox/US Navy).Dive into the culture and history of the Navy’s SEAL teams through the written word. The post The 5 best books about Navy […]
Joshua Skovlund
If the government shuts down, here’s what troops can expect September 26, 2023
Active duty military members will still work during a government shutdown, but could miss paychecks. Civilians, contractors and reserve members will face different rules. Photo by Patrick Hodges.Active duty jobs, most medical care and veteran benefits will be unaffected while guard and reserve troops face mixed rules. The post If the government shuts down, here’s […]
Matt White and Patty Nieberg

A Sunday Drive with Martha to Penitente Canyon September 25, 2023
Saturday, September 23I spent the morning pulling maintenance on my TW200 and the VRRV. I will need to buy some power steering fluid for the VRRV soon.I found Yagi's intake and exhaust valves out of spec by 0.001 in each, so I tightened them to 0.003 and 0.005 respectively.Now for the good stuff, Sunday, September […]
redlegsrides
T-Dub'ing for Dune Views at the GSDNP September 22, 2023
GSDNP: Great Sand Dunes National ParkYesterday, September 21, was spent cruising up and down the trails and roads of this national park. It was a late start, I didn't get to the park till after 10AM but that's OK since it was a bit chilly before then.Some of the sights seen:Fall Color is starting to […]
redlegsrides

The Real Reason Voters Have Soured on Biden September 18, 2023
According to numerous recent polls, Americans believe the economy is in bad shape and don’t trust President Biden to manage it.In response, the president’s supporters have been arguing strenuously that the gloom is mistaken because in fact the economy is doing well—“extremely well,” according to New York Times columnist Paul Krugman; “astoundingly” well and “better than any other […]
Barry Eisler
If You Care About Privacy... June 22, 2023
If you care about privacy, please stop referring to "privacy advocates." This reflexive phrase implies that certain individuals are trying to increase privacy or otherwise change the status quo--an uphill battle regardless of the issue at hand because most people instinctively distrust and even fear change.In fact, privacy is under increasing assault by government and […]
Barry Eisler

Kashevaroff Mountain April 6, 2019
Long before we were a sailing family, Alisa and I were a young couple in love with adventuring in Alaska. The opportunity to introduce Eric and Elias to the delights of outdoor living in the Great Land was one of the big bright sides of our return to Alaska. Earlier this winter, the boys and […]
Letting go March 20, 2019
So...this beautiful island is our home. See the barky? The boys just had their spring break. A week off from school and nothing to keep us from buggering off in Galactic. The weather was generally poor - nothing like the pics above for the most part - so we just snuck off to the west […]

Identifying Devil’s Club Plant August 10, 2023
Devil’s Club is a common wild plant in Alaska that’s large & covered in hidden sharp thorns, growing everywhere from remote forests to even well-groomed Anchorage city trails. Just because you’re “in town” doesn’t mean you won’t run into devil’s club. It’s smart to stay on the trails, particularly if you’re not confident spotting it. […]
Ashley
Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffins (Fun Halloween Toddler Snacktivity!) October 21, 2022
Here’s a delicious fall-time spin on classic blueberry muffins. If you’re a solo adult who likes good food, this recipe is for you. Or if you’ve got extra kitchen “helpers” around (read: kids who need entertainment), turn baking these Halloween muffins into a fun toddler snacktivity. Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffin Recipe Ingredients: 2 boxes Jiffy brand […]
Ashley

"Home" vs. "Away" May 20, 2022
I’m home now. I’m looking at the flea market couch I brought up from California; I had cushions made three times over the years till I got it just right. Now it’s just right. It’s been in my life 42 years. Tim has been in my life 34 years, but he had to be out of […]
CloudyinAK
Goodbye, Toronto May 10, 2022
I’m saying my goodbyes to Toronto. I’ve seen my last Hot Docs Festival film, and I’m just back from my last author program. I’ve probably had my last roti, checked out my last book at my local branch library, gone to my last art workshop. Horror of horrors, I’ve even watched my last play. The thing […]
CloudyinAK

Malnourished launches today January 21, 2020
It’s here. The big day. My memoir, the one I spent 15 years struggling over, launches today from Raised Voice Press. I’m feeling very exposed, very vulnerable. This is not at all similar to when Dolls Behaving Badly launched from Hachette Book Group. That was a novel, and while some of it was based on… […]
cinthiaritchie
Book review: Secondhand Summer by Dan Walker December 1, 2019
I had had Alaska writer Dan Walker’s YA novel SECONDHAND SUMMER on my list for a long time, and two weeks ago finally had the chance to dive in. I wasn’t disappointed. Walker’s book, geared for middle school readers (but still immensely enjoyable for adults), follows 14-year-old Sam’s move to Anchorage from the small fishing… […]
cinthiaritchie

Sitka Nature Show #295 – Starling Birch August 13, 2023
Download Radio Show The August 13th show featured a conversation with Starling Birch, videographer and mountain adventurer. We talked about the pleasure and pain of adventuring into the mountains. We also considered the motivations that drive us to put ourselves in often unpleasant and potentially regretful circumstances when exploring the challenging landscape that surrounds us […]
matt goff
Sitka Nature Show #294 – Derek Sikes July 30, 2023
Download Radio Show The July 30th show featured a conversation with Derek Sikes, curator of insects at the Museum of the North and Professor of entomology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. We spoke about bug camps, collecting, more generally about terrestrial arthropods in Alaska, and some particular questions of current interest. If you have […]
matt goff

Sandra's Fresh Apple Pecan Cake (9x13") September 18, 2023
My husband loves this cakeso much he had two pieces 'after' eating lunch...Ingredients2 Eggs1 ½ cup Canola Oil2 cups Granulated Sugar3 cups A-P Flour2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg½ teaspoon Kosher Salt1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda4 cups Chopped Apples (peeled and cored): measure after chopping1 cup chopped Pecans: measure after chopping1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract⅔ […]
sandra
SANDRA'S CINNAMON RAISIN STREUSEL MUFFINS August 17, 2023
An easy recipe to preparewith awesome results...Prep: 15 Mins. Bake: 30 Mins. Yield: 12 Cupcake-Size Muffins INGREDIENTS Muffin batter: WET: 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 egg, beaten 2/3 cup milk DRY 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking powder […]
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