The Louisiana Purchase Uncovered
September 14, 2015
One of the best things about being the editor of Cobblestone is the opportunity for my knowledge of a subject to deepen when I work on an issue. Take the
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One of the best things about being the editor of Cobblestone is the opportunity for my knowledge of a subject to deepen when I work on an issue. Take the
My day went from “ho-hum” to “wow” in the space of about 15 seconds this morning when I heard this story on NPR about how archaeologists have discovered the bones of an
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It is no wonder we call them grand children and they call us grand parents. From the moment they arrive, they transform us into the grandest we have ever been.
One of the worst things I’ve ever done in my life was to laugh at my husband when he told me about an idea he had. He had imagined a
As the editor of Dig, I’m charged with choosing themes for the coming year. It is definitely an exciting process. The possibilities are endless, but getting the right mix can
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