Monthly Archives: April 2012

The King’s English Is Dead: Long Live the King’s English!

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

I think if I hear one more highly educated, highly paid news anchor say “him and I,” I’m going to throw something big at the TV. The same is true for celebrities and print and online media. Misuse of the … Continue reading →

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Consider the Two-headed Coneflower: Character and Oddity

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

There’s a two-headed coneflower in our garden. A hardy perennial, the coneflower grows abundantly around here. It withstands the heat and drought of long Mississippi summers, withstands neglect (I am proof of that), and practically grows itself. The coneflowers and … Continue reading →

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A Platform Is Something You Stand On

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

I’m writing this post as an assignment after being away from the blog for too long. Every time I’ve logged on lately and have seen the dates of my last posts, I’ve felt embarrassed and a little panicky. Should I … Continue reading →

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