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Fall Into Reading 2009

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It’s hard to believe it’s already time for Callapidder Days Fall Into Reading again.  Wow!  Time has flown.  This time last year we were preparing for D’s return home.  I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since he’s been back!! Munchkin’s reading list for this year includes the Hank the Cowdog series by John R. Ericson and the Sarah series by Jim Baumgardner.  She also plans on reading several “how to draw” books and books on sharks. My reading list also includes the Sarah series by Jim Baumgardner.  (I’ve already read the first book and look forward to reading…

Blogging with Integrity

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BLOG with INTEGRITY By displaying the Blog with Integrity badge or signing the pledge, I assert that the trust of my readers and the blogging community is important to me. I treat others respectfully, attacking ideas and not people. I also welcome respectful disagreement with my own ideas. I believe in intellectual property rights, providing links, citing sources, and crediting inspiration where appropriate. I disclose my material relationships, policies and business practices. My readers will know the difference between editorial, advertorial, and advertising, should I choose to have it. If I do sponsored or paid posts, they are clearly marked.…

Spring Reading Thing Wrap-Up & Summer Reading

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Well, today is the first day of summer, so the Spring Reading Thing is officially over. It’s hard to believe that spring has gone and summer is here. I had no problem finishing up the non-fiction reading list that I posted. I enjoyed each of the books as they all offered various helpful tips on green housekeeping/cleaning as well as green gardening/lawn care. The more we can stay away from toxic chemicals, the better. But, alas, I never did get to the fiction books on my list. Obviously, I do much better at reading non-fiction for myself. That’s not to…

What Punctuation Mark Are You?

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You Are a Question Mark You seek knowledge and insight in every form possible. You love learning. And while you know a lot, you don’t act like a know it all. You’re open to learning you’re wrong. You ask a lot of questions, collect a lot of data, and always dig deep to find out more. You’re naturally curious and inquisitive. You jump to ask a question when the opportunity arises. Your friends see you as interesting, insightful, and thought provoking. (But they’re not always up for the intense inquisitions that you love!) You excel in: Higher education You get…