I was Just Thinking.... for Tuesday, April 19, 2011

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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Quotes for Today--Prejudice

We are each burdened with prejudice; against the poor or the rich, the smart or the slow, the gaunt or the obese. It is natural to develop prejudices. It is noble to rise above them~Author Unknown The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Random Facts 10

The song 'Strawberry Fields Forever', sung by the Beatles, refers to an orphanage located in Liverpool. The blesbok, a South African antelope, is almost the same color as grapejuice. The first patented condom was meant to be reused! (I think that would defeat the purpose & also, ewww ) A 'jiffy' is... Sign in to see full entry.

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The Charles Schulz Philosophy

The following has been attributed to, Charles Schulz, the creator of the comic strip, Peanuts. Even if it didn't originate with him, I'd like to think it did, as, he spent 42 years of his life in the same county I grew up & am still residing in(Sonoma Co, CA). Something to think about, no matter who... Sign in to see full entry.

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Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze

I found this recipe today & wanted to share it. I don't know if I'll make it, as, it's a little more involved than I like my baking to be. Traditional scones tend to be more dry & rather bland. Not too bad with butter & jam. If you've ever had ones which were more moist and/or sweeter, you know how... Sign in to see full entry.

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A Stolen Quarter Repaid 77 Years Later

In 1934, at age 11, Hank Cervantes swiped a quarter to buy a pair of shoes. His family were immigrants, Helping with the different crops throughout central & northern CA. 77 years later, he contacted, who he hoped was a member of the family he had stole from. That person being a columnist for the L... Sign in to see full entry.

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