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What is a Frieze?

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Welcome to Wondrous Words Wednesday, a great meme from Kathy at Bermudaonion.net if you want to learn new words.  My kids are even in on the game.  Last night, ...

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What Was Your Favorite Book in 2013?

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 27 Comments

Let’s face it: holiday shopping season is upon us.  Of course, this word nerd recommends giving books as gifts, but there are so many to choose from!  Tog...

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What is a Foofaraw?

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Happy Thanksgiving and Wondrous Words Wednesday!  Visit Kathy at Bermudaonion.net for links to more words that will get your brain clicking. I have the perfect ...

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A Cautionary Word for the Holidays: Surfeit

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 14 Comments

A quick review of surfeit, something to avoid this holiday season.

How to encourage reading

The Meaning Behind Auld Lang Syne

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

At the end of one of my favorite movies, Harry Burns asks Sally Albright, “What does this song mean?  My whole life, I don’t know what this song means.”  Now, i...

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