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It was bound to happen - I've developed a sore throat! It's been years since I've been sick, and I could feel it coming on yesterday. Well, nothing that a few throat lozenges can't cure! (I hope!) I've no plans to go anywhere, and nothing urgent to do, so the timing is right. But still -- I HATE being sick! So far, it's just a sore throat; let's hope it doesn't develop into something more. I accomplished more paperwork, and I'm getting things under control. I still have one distribution list that has to be created today, and then everyone will have been contacted. Then it's time to start planning! I got one binding done. Yep -- I slipped on that goal,...

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LEGOs, board games, Barbies, and more toys are up to 68% off at Walmart

Fill up your cupboards with dozens of toys thanks to these holiday deals at Walmart. BEST ACTION FIGURE DEAL: A DC Comics four-inch Batman action figure is 68% off — $5 $15.69 (Save $10.69) BEST LEGO DEAL: Recreate the most dangerous weapon from the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the LEGO Infinity Gauntlet with Infinity Stones (590 pieces) — $63.99 $79.99 (save $16) BEST BOARD GAME DEAL: Challenge your friends in tactical civilization building with the Catan strategy board game: 5th edition— $29.97 $59.99 (save $30.02) Whether your child is a Barbie lover or your friends are board game addicts, we all love to play games. And Walmart has you covered for wholesome gifts for the holiday season with an array...

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Jigsaw puzzle fun!

Someone posted an interesting comment about Louise Penny's book - The Beautiful Mystery (published in 2012). Gamache was partially inspired by her late husband (Micheal Whitehead), the Former Director of Hematology at Montreal Children's Hospital. He got dementia and eventually died in the fall of 2016. I know from following her blog that he was ill for many years, and this is likely the rationale for the troubled storyline in the books. The timeline would be right. Gamache was also inspired by  Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird and Jean Gamache, a tailor in Granby, QC.Louise has written ten more books, as she writes one a year. I don't read multiple books from one series, one after another, so I'll...

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Top Ten Books of 2022

The best books of the year are here! It’s finally time to announce my favorite books. Mind you, I read more than 10 that are my favorites! I tried to pick the top ten that I can definitely recommend. What you are not going to find on this ‘best books’ list are romance novels, chick-lit, memoirs, or nonfiction. I will, however, list a few categories at the end for those genres. Let’s get started because I have a lot to share:) The Maid by Nia Prose What a quirky and real little book this was! Also, I must tell you upfront that this is a story you need to listen to! Molly has been taught for years by her grandmother, whose strict...

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Where’s Bowie? David Bowie in Outer Space 500 Piece Puzzle

Vendor: Random House Type: Puzzle Price: 16.95 Not unlike the lyrical genius of David Bowie, jigsaw puzzles are at times mystifying yet always satisfying. Not only is the Where's Bowie? Jigsaw Puzzle a fun 500-piece detail-focused puzzle, it's also a 'Find Bowie' interactive adventure! On the finished puzzle, hidden in multiple places across the detailed image, Bowie - in his various guises - is patiently waiting to be spotted by a well-trained eye. You'll love that the puzzle is jam-packed with Bowie references that might even teach Bowie-aficionados a thing or two! The Details: 500 Piece Puzzle Illustration by Kev Gahan Dimensions: 18 x 24'' 

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