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From the Blog
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Legislative History of this Week, June 8-14
Historic legislation that evolved during the week of June 8-14, worldwide.
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World Bicyle Day 2026
June 3rd is World Bicycle Day. Enjoy a peddling journey!
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Earth Day 2026: Our Power, Our Planet.
How do you plan to celebrate Earth Day this year?
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Top 3 Great American Novels
Which great American novels are on your Top 3 list, and why?
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“Give to Gain” This 2026 International Women’s Day
The sum of giving is greater than its parts. Women are great givers. Celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, 2026.
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Super-Food Frozen Breakfast Smoothie
Super-charge your health regime with this easy, nutritious, frozen breakfast smoothie.
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Laugh, Like Nobody Is Listening
You heard the expression, “Dance like nobody is watching.” This is, “Laugh like nobody is listening.”
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How to Break Bad Habits the Japanese Way
Leave your bad habits and addictions behind, like a Samurai.
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My Quasi-Weight-Loss Plan of 2026
Do you hate dieting? What about a “quasi” weight-loss plan? It only appears to be a diet. You are not deprived of a single food!
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Celebrate a Literary Christmas with “Jólabókaflóð”
Iceland practices a sublime Christmas Eve tradition. It stems from ancient oral and literary traditions. On Christmas Eve they exchange gifts of the most recently published books.
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From Holiday Ornaments to Spring Flowers: Origami Journey
Tutorial recommendations for origami beginners, with a dash of winter holiday fun.
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Fairly Awake: A Journey to Balance and Happiness
Do you have an inner life, a social life, and a vague sense you should eat better and exercise more? You will fit right in, at Fairly Awake.
Friends in D.C.
Quotes or Jokes
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It is worth remembering just how radical the whole idea of self-government really was back in 1776.”
Former President Barack Obama
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When’s the worst time to have a heart attack? During a game of charades.”
Anonymous
