This article was written in 1914, at the beginning of World War I. News dispatches were describing battles taking place in Europe and there must have been some confusion about the names of these … Continue Reading about Battles That Have Two Names: It’s a Matter of Perspective →
September 25, 2014 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment With elections coming, there is a lot of talk about the women’s vote and how to secure it. One party claims that the other party is waging a war on women and that women had better vote with them or … Continue Reading about Suffering from […]
Jodi Crandall is truly one of a kind—a charismatic professional who is “down to earth,” kind, generous with her time and her advice, a creative dynamo, and a genuinely caring person. We’ve worked … Continue Reading about JoAnn (Jodi) Crandall: In Recognition of Her Lifetime Achievement Award from Washington Area Teachers of English to Speakers […]
October 6, 2021 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment The last few years have been really tough, causing many of us to ponder who we are and what our life priorities should be. On a personal level, we have been forced to weigh balancing work and family. … Continue Reading about Making Sausage: Our American […]
Jodi Crandall is truly one of a kind—a charismatic professional who is “down to earth,” kind, generous with her time and her advice, a creative dynamo, and a genuinely caring person. We’ve worked … Continue Reading about JoAnn (Jodi) Crandall: In Recognition of Her Lifetime Achievement Award from Washington Area Teachers of English to Speakers […]
This article was written in 1914, at the beginning of World War I. News dispatches were describing battles taking place in Europe and there must have been some confusion about the names of these battles. The author of this article is explaining why the same battle can have two different names, depending on who is […]
October 2, 2015 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment Most of us are familiar with the term “grandfathered in” that indicates an exemption from some new rule or law that has been enacted. Merriam-Webster defines the grandfather clause: “Law: a part of a … Continue Reading about Who’s your gran-daddy? The Origin of the Grandfather […]
June 21, 2017 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment Times are tough. We’re facing a lot of important issues in the United States and instead of thoughtful, serious discussions, many political leaders and commentators on television have resorted to … Continue Reading about Civil Conversation: Finding Common Ground → Filed Under: Civil Conversation, Cultural Values, […]
Now my husband George, who has a much (much!!!) better background in science than I do, was very excited to find this article from 100 years ago touting a new invention for ships that used the same scientific principles that enable modern GPS systems today. Nature & Science: “A Direction Finder” The Youth’s Companion October […]
October 3, 2015 By Maryanne Datesman Meet Granny Rhoda, who could be the “poster child” for the self-reliant frontier woman. She was beautiful, accomplished, fearless, neat, sweet-tempered, and had faith in God. An inspiration to us … Continue Reading about Granny Rhoda: She Can Bring Home the Bacon and Fry It Up in a Pan […]
December 5, 2018 By Maryanne Datesman Leave a Comment Former President George H. W Bush (1924-2018) is being remembered this week as one of the last leaders of “the greatest generation.” He was a decorated war veteran, a member of the US House of … Continue Reading about Remembering The Greatest Generation → Filed Under: […]
Meet Granny Rhoda, who could be the “poster child” for the self-reliant frontier woman. She was beautiful, accomplished, fearless, neat, sweet-tempered, and had faith in God. An inspiration to us … Continue Reading about Granny Rhoda: She Can Bring Home the Bacon and Fry It Up in a Pan → Boys’ Page for October: “When […]
As we traveled home after a recent family reunion, the always asked question came forth as the air conditioning in the car took hold, and we relaxed for the drive home. “What was your favorite part of the day?” My son’s answer was quick and to the point: “The food!” Those of you fortunate enough […]
October 3, 2015 By Maryanne Datesman Meet Granny Rhoda, who could be the “poster child” for the self-reliant frontier woman. She was beautiful, accomplished, fearless, neat, sweet-tempered, and had faith in God. An inspiration to us … Continue Reading about Granny Rhoda: She Can Bring Home the Bacon and Fry It Up in a Pan […]