I suspect old folks told us that because the sound bothered them.
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Our Days Are Numbered …
Now, if these teens and tweeners think they've broken new ground with this "6-7" number thing, take a number and have a seat.
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Feeling Good or Feeling Wanted?
All those years prior to 1972, I thought Thanksgiving was just a huge meal with a lot of relatives crowded around the dinner table plus card tables and fold out chairs to accommodate the turnout.
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Our Letter Perfect English…
However, silent letters in our language are not rare.
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Shutting Down the American Dream…
Ideals are supposed to be "lofty goals or models for behavior, a standard of perfection of a set of principles that a person or society strives for."
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“Hollow” Halloween?
Some regions and cities had "Beggar's Night", "Mischief Night", "Devil's Night" and even "Cabbage Night".
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Is “No Cents” Nonsense?
The government said it cost 3.69 cents to make each penny.
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The Cost of Free Speech
I've always thought that the convenience of a mode of communication should somehow contain a provision of responsibility as to what you can and/or say.
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Refreshing and Reflective Waters
I may open a diner and call it the "Economy Seating Lounge".
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little words, BIG IMPACT…
They might be small but they can pack a mean punch...
Johnny on the Spot 