Archive for the Holiday Category

Our Polar Express Christmas

According to the Polar Express book (and movie) by Chris Van Allsburg, Santa Claus does not exist. Or does he?   In the book, for one doubting boy, an astonishing event occurs. Late on Christmas Eve night, he lies in bed hoping to hear the sound of reindeer bells from Santa’s sleigh. When to his surprise, [...]

Daredevil Pup Stanley

From Metro.co.uk
Daredevil pup Stanley attracts more than a few stares when he goes for a ‘walk’ in his miniature Spitfire.
Passers-by might think the fourmonth- old wire-haired fox terrier is crazy, but he loves donning his flying hat, goggles and jacket for a spin.

Owners Phil and Sharon Cook, both in their [...]

A Thanksgiving Story by Meredith Rittenhouse

Mere and her 2nd grade class have been writing stories. Here’s Mere’s:
Don’t eat Daly!
Hmm. What’s the date? Nov 6!! Oh No!! That means Thanksgiving is near. I am going to be eaten. Whaa! Whaa! Ok! I’m going to tell you 6 reasons why [...]