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Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street — Fun Rules

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I've never been to Bourbon Street. Okay, that's not true. I was there once. But it wasn't during Mardi Gras. I did work once with someone who made that pilgrimage religiously, so I learned a few fun Mardi Gras rules that are made to be broken.The reason my coworker loved Mardi Gras was the chaos. The beads. The fact that bad life decisions and the concept of "dignity" were … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street — Fun Rules

Another Chance to Win in this Month’s Giveaway!

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Last Chance to Enter! This month, to celebrate the upcoming release of the audiobook version of The Case of the Amorous Assailant, I'll be giving away a print, Kindle, or audiobook version of the book. How to Win: Just leave a comment on any of my posts during the month of February. You can comment on any of the Friday Morning Posts. Comment on all of the posts to increase your … [Read more...] about Another Chance to Win in this Month’s Giveaway!

New Orleans and Mardi Gras Fun

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This week, I'm kicking off a virtual road trip that begins in New Orleans and ends at the Grand Canyon. Why New Orleans? Because that's the home of Mardi Gras! So today's post is all about Mardi Gras! If you've never been to Mardi Gras, you'll find today's post immensely unhelpful, but it might just tickle your funnybone. Of course, there's a puzzle to go along with it that … [Read more...] about New Orleans and Mardi Gras Fun

Lawman or Outlaw? Bannack’s Ghost Town Story

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Ghost towns hold a special fascination for many of us. It's not just the weathered wooden buildings, but the stories that rose from the dust in these once-thriving communities. One such story is that of Bannack, MT, a ghost town where a man named Henry Plummer became a notorious Wild West figure whose final days were shrouded in mystery and legend.Bannack, MT — A … [Read more...] about Lawman or Outlaw? Bannack’s Ghost Town Story

Valentine’s Day History: From Romans to Romance

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Now, isn’t that something worth celebrating?Valentine’s Day history isn’t all about love, romance, and chocolate hearts. In fact, its origins are far less adorable and way more, well, dramatic—think more "Game of Thrones" than "You've Got Mail."The Romans Really Knew How to PartyIf you want to thank someone for all that candy and Cupid imagery, start with … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day History: From Romans to Romance