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#OnThisDay: The US Constitutional Amendment that Put an End to Poll Taxes

I majored in political science in college, but I’d be hard pressed off the top of my head to tell you  what the 24th Amendment to the United States Constitution is about. Its ratification was completed on January 23, 1964 when South Dakota became the 38th state to ratify it. The 59th anniversary of its … Continue reading #OnThisDay: The US Constitutional Amendment that Put an End to Poll Taxes →

How to Write Better Attention-Grabbing Blog Post Titles

A couple of months ago I found a free online headline improvement program. Have you noticed? The jury’s still out, though, as to how it’s working. Funny thing is, “they” used to tell bloggers to never give a blog post a title containing more than five words. I’ve tried to follow that for years. Lo … Continue reading How to Write Better Attention-Grabbing Blog Post Titles →

The Sauline Players Theatrical Troupe Thrilled Audiences in 20th Century

Did you ever see the Sauline Players perform? Chances are you did if you went to school in the piedmont of North Carolina in the early- to mid-1900s. As I write that, though, it occurs to me that I don’t know if they performed at the schools for black children. I hope they did, for … Continue reading The Sauline Players Theatrical Troupe Thrilled Audiences in 20th Century →

I absorbed history, poetry, tidying, and craft of writing books last month

“They” say a writer must read a lot if they aspire to be good at their craft. I can’t argue with that, but the last couple of months have not been conducive for me t,o get a lot of reading done. I’m learning that some months a writer has to concentrate on their writing and … Continue reading I absorbed history, poetry, tidying, and craft of writing books last month →

2022 is in the Rear-View Mirror

2022 has been a good year for me. Coming out of the worst days of the Covid 19 Pandemic has given me a chance to try to get back into my normal routine. Being able to once again go out in public (except to medical facilities) without wearing an N-95 mask is a nice change … Continue reading 2022 is in the Rear-View Mirror →

#OnThisDay: 8 Valley Forge facts that will actually surprise you on this 245th anniversary

The encampment of the Continental Army at Valley Forge began 245 years ago today. We’re all familiar with the image of George Washington leading his troops across the frigid Delaware River. We know that it was a bitterly cold winter, but there are some interesting facts I hope to surprise you with today.             1,700 … Continue reading #OnThisDay: 8 Valley Forge facts that will actually surprise you on this 245th anniversary →

What I Tried to Read in November and How to Buy My Book

On the first Monday of the month I usually blog about the books I read the previous month. There was a good reason that didn’t work out this month. My local history book, Harrisburg, Did You Know?  Cabarrus History, Book 1, had been published and I couldn’t wait to announce it on my blog last … Continue reading What I Tried to Read in November and How to Buy My Book →

My Book is Published!

When I posted my blog on November 28, I didn’t expect to be able to submit my local history book, Harrisburg, Did You Know? Cabarrus History, Book 1 to Amazon for publication that afternoon! I’m thrilled to announce in today’s blog post that Harrisburg, Did You Know?  Cabarrus History, Book 1 is now available as … Continue reading My Book is Published! →

Harrisburg, Did You Know? Cabarrus History, Books 1 & 2

By Thursday I usually have the next Monday’s blog post well in hand. The operative word is “usually.” Last Thursday, I not only didn’t have a post well in hand for today. I didn’t even have a topic. Here’s the thing. I’ve been burning the candle at both ends lately, trying to meet a number … Continue reading Harrisburg, Did You Know? Cabarrus History, Books 1 & 2 →

Reflections on America’s Thanksgiving Day

There are many things that make the United States of America a special place. One of those is the Thanksgiving holiday we celebrated last Thursday. Thanksgiving Day is a wonderful concept. It’s a holiday most workers get to enjoy as businesses close for the day. It’s a day set aside to reflect on the things … Continue reading Reflections on America’s Thanksgiving Day →