Card Playing Day falls a few days after Christmas, when everybody needs a bit of a break and a wind-down. What better way to relax and spend some time with family and friends than by playing a game of cards?
Word of the Day
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Definition: | (adjective) Heedful of circumstances and potential consequences; prudent. | ||
Synonyms: | discreet | ||
Usage: | Because the drug was shown to have adverse side effects, physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use. |
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Existing in various forms since prehistoric times, chewing gum is one of the oldest types of candy still widely consumed today. Early chewing gums were made from plant resins. In 1869, dentist William Semple patented a rubber-based chewing gum that he envisioned as a tooth cleaning product. Around that time, confectioners discovered that chicle, a natural latex that was being explored as a possible rubber substitute, was an ideal gum base. |
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Wilson served as US president from 1913 to 1921, a period that spanned the country's involvement in World War I. Following the war, Wilson hoped to achieve world peace through his "Fourteen Points," but his progressive vision suffered numerous setbacks, and he ended his term incapacitated by a stroke. While trying to implement his plan at the Paris Peace Conference, he became the first US president to travel to Europe while in office. |
1065 - Westminster Abbey was consecrated under Edward the Confessor.
1732 - "The Pennsylvania Gazette," owned by Benjamin Franklin, ran an ad for the first issue of "Poor Richard’s Almanack."
1836 - Mexico's independence was recognized by Spain.
1897 - "Cyrano de Bergerac," the play by Edmond Rostand, premiered in Paris, France.
1912 - The first municipally-owned street cars were used on the streets of San Francisco, CA.
1945 - The U.S. Congress officially recognized the "Pledge of Allegiance."
The National Christmas Tree is lit on the Ellipse infront of the White House in Washington DC.
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My Gentle Protector pattern by Pepper K.
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FROZEN Elsa Flip Doll pattern by Raynor Gellatly
A knitting pattern for fans of the Frozen movie. This Elsa Doll flips from her coronation dress into her winter dress.
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Customizable Crochet Poncho pattern by Patti
The pattern includes instructions for a completely customizable poncho. You can make this poncho for your baby girl, your grandma, or yourself! It is a g...
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Little Pigtail Girl CAL pattern by PJ Crafts in Austin
This has now become a PDF Pattern and a CAL.Little Pigtail Girl
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Starlight Women Slippers pattern by Kinga Erdem
After the great feedback received for the Starlight Toddler Slippers, I’m happy to introduce you the Starlight Slippers in women size.
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Easy 3 Ingredient Chili - I Heart Nap Time
Easy 3 Ingredient Chili posted by Kristin on January 21, 2014 10 comments » by Kristin of Yellow Bliss Road for I Heart Nap Time
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Best Baked Broccoli Recipe - Veggie Balance
Have I ever told you my second favorite food obsession? I’ve been pretty obvious regarding my peanut butter obsession. I mean, I make and bake everythi...
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Turn Old Junk Into Something Awesome
Turn an old 2 liter bottle into a broom.
Using old skateboard decks to make a child’s picnic table.
Turn old bottle caps into cool tea lights.
Transforming wrenches into wall hooks.
Make your wooden fence a little more private with glass marbles.
Found an old piano? Turn it into a planter/outdoor fountain.
Transform that old drum set into a chandelier.
Use an old ladder as a bookshelf.
Use an old, vintage suitcase for a cool chair.
Convert folding chairs into a shelf and closet.
Make a lamp with hot glue and disposable spoons.
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