
August 28th is World Sauntering Day. Webster’s English Dictionary labels a saunter as “a leisurely stroll, or walk.” To me, with up to five children regularly in tow, the ability to saunter is a certain measure of discovered control in an otherwise action-filled life. When (and if) I can simply walk in a wayward manner, [...]
Aug 28 2011 | Posted in
Odd Holidays |
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Popsicles of all flavors have long been cherished in America by children. They should be, since the popsicle was invented by one of them. An accident becomes a treat In 1905, 11-year-old Frank Epperson left his homemade combination of fruity soda powder and water outside during a record cold night in San Francisco, with a [...]
Aug 26 2011 | Posted in
Food |
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