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Monday, May 30, 2022

Horrifying Secrets and a Morbid Reality at a Famous Lake

Considered to be one of the pristine lakes in the United States, Lake Tahoe is a beloved United States landmark, found in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, that is a destination for many travelers each year. Although the temperature at Lake Tahoe may reach around 65 to 70 degrees in the late summer,... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, May 21, 2022

Italy's Stunning Mediterranean Aesthetics...Dining by the Sea in a Cave

Overlooking the Adriatic Sea is a spectacularly situated restaurant with one of the most striking views you’ll find anywhere in the world. The Grotta Palazzese hotel restaurant sits 74 feet above sea level, built directly into a jagged cliff in Polignano a Mare in southern Italy’s Puglia region.... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, May 20, 2022

Some Just Don't Make the Grade...Choose Your Toilet Paper Wisely

An Indian walks into a trading post and asks to buy some toilet paper. The clerk asks if he would like no name, Charmin, or White Cloud. "White Cloud sounds like good Indian toilet paper," says the Indian. "How much is it?" "$1.00 a roll," the clerk replies. "That seems pretty expensive," responds... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Unresolved Confusions

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Deeply Disturbing, This Punishment is As Inhumane as It Gets

Obey thy father...Roman society was fundamentally hierarchical and patriarchal. The family’s oldest living male had the power to kill someone within his household with impunity. This included not only those physically living under his roof, but the wider family of brothers, sisters, nieces, and... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

The "Real" Fairies Can Be Found in Australia, in the Currumbin Valley

The Currumbin Valley is a rural locality in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It is also home to amazing birds and wildlife that are protected in sanctuaries. This unique creature below appears to be a fairy in disguise. Things to do Gold Coast, Activities | Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, May 15, 2022

Not Everyone Needs a Cell Phone to Enjoy Life

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Saturday, May 14, 2022

The Optimal Road to Travel in Your State for the Most Scenic Views

There are a lot of #1 most scenic highways in my opinion, but some stand out more than others due to various alluring factors. I have been on quite a few scenic highways in the states due to traveling across the U.S. a half a dozen times, and I can honestly say that Route 6 in Pennsylvania with its... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, May 12, 2022

One of the Smartest Innovations at a Time When Americans Were Dirt Poor

In the 1930s in the United States, sacks containing flour and grain were made of cloth, primarily cotton. The Kansas Wheat company, in the midst of the Great Depression, realized that the poorest families were reusing them to sew dresses for women and girls, so to make them more captivating they... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

The Common Threads Found Among Those Who Live the Longest Are Simple

There are five places in the world that top the "Blue Zone" charts for human longevity and it all boils down to healthy eating that includes locally grown food. Falling closely behind are lifestyle choices that involve staying active, having a sense of purpose, and laughing while sharing a glass of... Sign in to see full entry.

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