traditions

  • Cold Turkey

    With the recent passing of Thanksgiving, I was reminded of a peculiar phrase which has often perplexed me, but I’ve never taken the time to ask about it or research it. My favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal is the assortment of sides. I love green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, hash brown casserole, macaroni and

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  • Hobbit Day

    Our lives are marked by ritual. From your morning cup of coffee (or tea), to Sunday morning church services or your weekly book club, to getting your car’s oil changed every few months, for most of us, these regular, recurring events and actions give us a sense of time and structure. They can be mundane

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