In our fast-paced world, gift cards have become a go-to choice for convenient gift giving. These little treasures have also caught the eye of sneaky scammers on the hunt for an easy payday. The good news is, with a few simple steps, you can protect your assets. Here are 5 practical steps that will help you outsmart gift card scams and learn what to do if you ever find yourself … [Read more...] about December Scam Tip – gift card scams
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Unwrap the Magic at the Santa Claus House
Have you ever dreamt of experiencing Christmas all year round? Well, pack your bags and put on your Santa hats because we're going on a jolly ride to the Santa Claus House in North Pole, Alaska. A place where the spirit of Christmas lives 365 days a year!By the way, today's jigsaw puzzle is my impression of what Santa's house looks like. The truth is, my version looks … [Read more...] about Unwrap the Magic at the Santa Claus House
Thanksgiving in space: How Astronauts Celebrate the Holiday!”
The story of Thanksgiving is well known. Members of the Wampanoag tribe and the Pilgrims came together in 1621 to give thanks. More than 400 years later, the celebration is still going on, but now, it's also an out-of-this-world event. Join me for a dive into Thanksgiving in space and how our astronauts celebrate Thanksgiving while orbiting Earth. And, of course, that brings me … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving in space: How Astronauts Celebrate the Holiday!”
From Wild Game to Gobble, Gobble: The Tasty Tale of a Turkey Takeover
Gobble gobble! Thanksgiving, a holiday rich in tradition and piled high with scrumptious dishes, is synonymous with a certain feathered friend – the turkey! Ever wonder how this bird strutted its way into our hearts and onto our Thanksgiving tables? Buckle up, folks; it's time for a trip down memory lane, tracing the evolution of Turkey Takeover!The turkey's humble … [Read more...] about From Wild Game to Gobble, Gobble: The Tasty Tale of a Turkey Takeover
Chasing the beauty of barns
My mother loved painting old barns. The older, the more dilapidated, the better. Somehow, I must have inherited that interest because I, too, am fascinated by the beauty of barns. In fact, on our recent road trip, we started a barn watch as we drove along a country road in rural Northern California. And so, today's post is all about barns. Their beauty, their charm, and, of … [Read more...] about Chasing the beauty of barns