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July 4, 2022
9 Little-Known Facts about the Declaration of Independence
Since Independence Day in the United States falls on a Monday this year, I thought it only fitting to blog about it today. Next Monday, I’ll do my usual first-Monday-of-the-month blog about the books I read the previous month. In an effort to take a slightly different approach to today’s topic, I decided to write … Continue reading 9 Little-Known Facts about the Declaration of Independence →
June 27, 2022
#Idiom: Pleased as Punch & #Idiom: Horse of a Different Color
It’s been a while since I blogged about an idiom, so I selected “Pleased as Punch” and “Horse of a Different Color” for today. Idioms come and go, usually without notice. Then, one day, you think about one and realize you haven’t heard it said in a long time. It’s probably been replaced by a … Continue reading #Idiom: Pleased as Punch & #Idiom: Horse of a Different Color →
June 20, 2022
A Book Chock-Full of Gems
Early last summer, I finished reading Madeleine L’Engle {Herself}: Reflections on a Writing Life, compiled by Carole F. Chase. It’s a collection of Ms. L’Engle’s statements about writing and other topics. You might be familiar with her Newberry Medal winner A Wrinkle in Time or one of her other 49 books. Madeleine L’Engle {Herself} is … Continue reading A Book Chock-Full of Gems →
June 13, 2022
#OnThisDay: Miranda v Arizona, 1966
It was just a month ago that I blogged about the 1954 US Supreme Court landmark decision, Brown v Board of Education of Topeka. I referred to the fact that our legal framework is under attack by the current sitting US Supreme Court. I fear the overturning of Roe v Wade will be just the … Continue reading #OnThisDay: Miranda v Arizona, 1966 →
June 6, 2022
4 Books Read in May 2022
I read a somewhat odd combination of books last month. I’m sharing my thoughts about them in today’s blog post. The Last Green Valley, by Mark Sullivan This historical novel is based on the story of a real family. In light of the current Russian invasion of Ukraine, I think this was the perfect time … Continue reading 4 Books Read in May 2022 →
May 23, 2022
Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, 1775
In case you think I’m spending too much time this month blogging about our local history, just keep in mind that May is an important month of historical events in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. My May 2, 2022 blog post, __#OnThisDay: 251st Anniversary of 1771 Gunpowder Plot__ was about patriots’ blowing up the king’s munitions … Continue reading Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, 1775 →
May 16, 2022
#OnThisDay: Brown v Board of Education of Topeka, 1954
The recent “leak” that the United States Supreme Court is on track to abolish the 1973 landmark decision Roe v Wade should stand as a wake-up call to all Americans. Even a 49-year-old Supreme Court decision that has stood the test of time and numerous challenges, can be undone by five Supreme Court Associate Justices … Continue reading #OnThisDay: Brown v Board of Education of Topeka, 1954 →
May 9, 2022
6 Books Read in April 2022
In case you checked out my blog post last week expecting it to be about the books I read in March, I’m sorry you were disappointed. I hope you found last Monday’s topic of interest, though. It dealt with my favorite local history story. Today I’m writing about some of the books I read last … Continue reading 6 Books Read in April 2022 →
May 2, 2022
#OnThisDay: 251st Anniversary of 1771 Gunpowder Plot
When the first week of May rolls around every year, I’m reminded of a bold, dangerous, and exciting event in our local history in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. It dates back to the early days of the American Revolution. In fact, it predates the American Declaration of Independence by five years. Most Americans have never … Continue reading #OnThisDay: 251st Anniversary of 1771 Gunpowder Plot →
April 25, 2022
You should know who Julian Francis Abele was
Everyone reading my blog has probably heard of Duke University. It’s a world-renowned university located in Durham, North Carolina. You might not know of its meager beginnings, and you might not know that the architect responsible for its magnificent West Campus was a black man. I’ve lived in North Carolina my entire life, and I … Continue reading You should know who Julian Francis Abele was →
