Dictionary.com reports their chosen word for 2023 was “hallucinate”—interesting choice. Kory Stamper, Senior Editor of Lexicography, says it’s because 2023 will be … [Read More...]

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Dictionary.com reports their chosen word for 2023 was “hallucinate”—interesting choice. Kory Stamper, Senior Editor of Lexicography, says it’s because 2023 will be … [Read More...]
I’ve always been a Storyteller. The house we moved into in Vancouver, Washington when I turned six had a community center across the street with a meeting hall that … [Read More...]
(Used with thanks from www.mikeysFunnies.com) Lovers of the English language will enjoy this: How do non-natives ever learn all the nuances of English? There … [Read More...]
Nicholas of Myra (or Bari) in modern-day Turkey was a Catholic Bishop who lived from 270 to December 6, 343 AD. He was known for secret gift-giving plus so many … [Read More...]
I hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful and that all leftovers reappeared in delicious combinations. Now we’re rushing toward Christmas with gift-buying in full … [Read More...]
Next to Christmas, Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November is America’s favorite holiday. Thanksgivings have been celebrated in harvest seasons by many … [Read More...]