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American Fun – Summer Solstice
June 21 (or 20, for argument’s sake) marks the summer solstice, the day when the sun is closest to the Northern hemisphere. Astrologically, it’s the first day of summer, and it’s also the longest day of the year. The Ancient … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #betterhomesandgardens, #brucelittlefield, #summer
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Dinner Party Talk – Moving Map
Ever wondered where everybody in your town is going? Or where they’re coming from? This Forbes interactive map makes it easy to tell. Find your county (and good luck, they’re tiny!) and if the information is available, black and red … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #moving, #uhaul
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Gossip! – Devo’s Cat Listening Party
Few things make me happier than Devo’s wonderfully catchy and equally cheesy “Whip It“. But the 80’s techno band, headed by Mark Mothersbaugh, has topped themselves. To celebrate the release of their new album, “Something for Everybody”, the producers held … Continue reading
Dinner Party Talk – Malena Ernman
As much as I wish I could do this, I sort of don’t. Watching this video of Swedish opera singer Malena Ernman sing (yes, sing) Flight of the Bumblebee actually makes my voice box hurt. Learning to play the original … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, American Icons, Dinner Party Talk, Life 101, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #malenaernman, #opera
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American Pets – Freekibble.com
Love feeding hungry dogs and cool trivia? For every daily trivia question you answer (right or wrong) on Freekibble.com, the site will donate 10 pieces of kibble to one of 14 animal shelters across the country. The brainchild of 12 … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #freekibble, #mimiausland
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Life 101 – Mastering the Garage Sale
Canada’s Globe and Mail did a feature on me for their weekly “Guide to Your Life.” Writer Dakshana Bascaramurty (try saying that three times fast!) interviewed me and wrote what I think is the best synopsis of my greatest garage … Continue reading
Posted in American Fun, Decorating, Garage Sales, Household Tips, Life 101, Travel, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #bargain, #brucelittlefield, #garagesale, #tips, #yardsale
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Pop Culture Pop-Up – Macy Gray Album Premier
After having some trouble with being herself, Macy Gray is back. It’s been ten years since her hit “I Try” and since leaving her record label and starting all over as a new artist, Gray’s newest album, The Sellout, is … Continue reading
American Fun – Wedding Season
Shine your shoes and print out that wedding registry (before somebody else gets them the giant salad utensils). It’s June, and it’s officially wedding season. Even if you’re not the one tying the knot this summer, wedding season has something … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #weddings
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American Fun – Happy Flag Day!
June 14 commemorates the day in 1777 when the Continental Congress officially adopted the American flag. It’s not a national holiday (read: we all have to work anyway) but the patriotically-inclined will be flying their stars and stripes today. And … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #flagday
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Pet Fun – Dog Days of College
We all love our furry four-legged friends. (I do! Today’s deadline day on my new dog book to Grand Central!) Dogs are proven to make us happier, less depressed and maybe even live longer. But do they make us smarter? … Continue reading
