Thanks to a decision made more than 400 years ago, not all Christians observe the holiday on December 25. BYERIN … More
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St.Nick Departing Orcas Island
One of the resident artists produced this memorable Christmas card when I had a place on Orcas Island, Washington state, … More
Enya – Sings Oíche Chiúin (Silent Night) in Irish
Enjoy my favorite rendition…
Mumming in Ireland is Back!!!
National Geographic – RONAN O’CONNELL – December 2021 “For centuries in Ireland, mummers would arrive at homes unannounced in an … More
The “Niqab Squad” Wants Women to Be Seen Differently.
A movement of Indonesian women promotes the Niqab veil as a way to get closer to heaven and avoid sexual … More
Is Coffee Good for You? Yes! But it depends on the kind of coffee and the quantity.
When not at Javasti’s coffee shop I use a French press, so, I guess I’m healthy? “We’ve come a long … More