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When you attended school, what was your favorite thing about the school supply shopping trip?
What was the worst part about it?
There was no worst part for me. I loved school.
The best part was looking for a new lunch box!! I don't know why, but it was sooo important for me. Remember they had those little thermos inside that matched. They had Munsters, Spiderman, Looney Toones, you name it.
Today’s Question(s): So with Labor Day just a little over a month away, how many of you have seen stacks of loose-leaf paper, boxes of pencils, rulers and backpacks filling the aisles at your favorite stores?
Yes, and news items about people getting their kids vaccinated.
How many of you have seen Hallowe’en decorations and candy appearing?
I haven't seen that yet this year. Though I heard someone say they had seen something Christmasy.
Anyone noticed any Christmas decorations emerging yet?
See above.
Bonus Question: When you attended school, what was your favorite thing about the school supply shopping trip? What was the worst part about it?
Best: May sound weird, but the smell of fresh paper, new pencils, etc.
Worst: Summer (freedom when you're a kid) really was coming to an end again.
Extra Credit Question: Since this is National Literacy Month, what is the title of the last book you read? Would you recommend it to someone else?
I've actually had some spare time recently to sit down with a Complete Tales of Washington Irving.
His best known stories are Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle. Naturally, he wrote a lot more than that.
Why, or why not?
I would recommend it, especially if you like history or nostalgia.
Why? Simply beautiful writing and often comic descriptions of human nature that hold true today. People haven't changed all that much.
Just for Fun: August 1 is Homemade Pie Day, and I love-love-love to make pies! What kind of pie shall I make for you today?
Cherry pie is a favorite! Come autumn, pecan is always welcome.
August Is:
National Parks Month
National Literacy Month
Admit You’re Happy Month I admit to having many happy moments, but life is also always a challenge. We'll make it though.
Today Is:
Lughnasadh (Celtic harvest festival) already?
Homemade Pie Day
The best part was looking for a new lunch box!! I don't know why, but it was sooo important for me. Remember they had those little thermos inside that matched. They had Munsters, Spiderman, Looney Toones, you name it.
Yes, good call. The lunch boxes with a wire clasp to hold that thermos in. Still have mine.
Christmas decorations are out in some stores.
I hated school nothing about it was good.
I really prefer cake, but I wouldn't turn down a good pecan pie.
Good afternoon, All! (Thanks, MWBW, again, for the QOTD! Hope you find your somewhat slower pace at work good!)
Today’s Question(s):
So with Labor Day just a little over a month away, how many of you have seen stacks of loose-leaf paper, boxes of pencils, rulers and backbacks filling the aisles at your favorite stores?As the spouse of a teacher, I've already been out with her to BUY said school supplies!
How many of you have seen Hallowe’en decorations and candy appearing?Not yet, but I'm sure we'll be haulin' it soon!
Anyone noticed any Christmas decorations emerging yet?These, too!
Bonus Question:
When you attended school, what was your favorite thing about the school supply shopping trip? For some reason, I enjoyed putting fresh paper into binders...
What was the worst part about it? Signaled the end of Summer...
Extra Credit Question:
Since this is National Literacy Month, what is the title of the last book you read? Can't remember, but I have MNAY good ones awaiting retirement...
Would you recommend it to someone else?
Why, or why not?
Just for Fun:
August 1 is Homemade Pie Day, and I love-love-love to make pies! What kind of pie shall I make for you today? Boston Creme pie!
Today In History: 1498 – Christopher Columbus lands on Isla Santa, off the coast of what is now Venezuela 1790 – The official date of the first US census, in which 3,939,214 people were enumerated 1876 – Colorado becomes the 38th US state 1902 – The United States buys the rights to the Panama Canal from France 1914 – Germany declares war on Russia at the opening of World War I 1941 – The first Jeep is produced 1944 – Anne Frank makes the final entry in her diary 1960 – Chubby Checker releases “The Twist” 1981 – MTV begins broadcasting in the US, airing its first video “Video Killed the Radio Star” by the Buggles
Word of the Day: Squinch \skwĭnch\ 1Noun: A structure, such as a section of vaulting or corbeling, set diagonally across the interior angle between two walls to provide a transition from a square to a polygonal or more nearly circular base on which to construct a dome. 2Transitive Verb: To squeeze, twist, or draw together
August Is:
National Parks Month
National Literacy Month "E...e...ever since I took the Evelyn Woodhead Speed Reading Course..." Sorry, couldn't resist. Literacy is a wonderful skill.
Admit You’re Happy Month
Romance Awareness Month
National Napping Month That's EVERY month for me!
What Will Be Your Legacy MonthHopefully, I'll be remembered for always doing the right thing...
Today Is:
Lughnasadh (Celtic harvest festival)
Homemade Pie Day
Spiderman’s Birthday
Girlfriends’ Day
Today’s Question(s): So with Labor Day just a little over a month away, how many of you have seen stacks of loose-leaf paper, boxes of pencils, rulers and backbacks filling the aisles at your favorite stores? Most definately How many of you have seen Hallowe’en decorations and candy appearing? Not yet..and I don't want to. Anyone noticed any Christmas decorations emerging yet? No
Bonus Question: When you attended school, what was your favorite thing about the school supply shopping trip? I liked it all! Fun buying new things...notebooks, pencils, pens, memo pads, clothes What was the worst part about it? probably lack of funds
Extra Credit Question: Since this is National Literacy Month, what is the title of the last book you read? I havent read a book in a very long time....shameful as it may sound Just for Fun: August 1 is Homemade Pie Day, and I love-love-love to make pies! What kind of pie shall I make for you today? Strawberry rhubarb, raspberry, lemon meringue, chocolate cream, apple, pecan........shall I go on...you will be very busy...LOL
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Come autumn, pecan is always welcome.
