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The Stranger Beside Me: Book Review
The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule is a fascinating look into the Ted Bundy case from the perspective of somebody who knew him personally, was good friends with him, and was contracted to write a book on his crimes before she even knew that it was Ted who was committing them. His life is described in great detail, as are his victims. One thing that I really enjoyed about the book is that rather than painting the victims as mere objects representative of Bundy’s reign of terror, they are shown as real people with real stories. Enough about the crimes is presented to show the reader how horrendous they were and to condemn Bundy, but not every grisly, upsetting detail is included. The victims are shown as more than their last moments.
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Fun Fact of the Day: Dandelions are Edible
There are tons of plants that people see every day that they never learn are edible— and quite tasty! Dandelions are one of these. Their nutritious leaves can be used as an addition to salads, or cooked in a number of recipes. Dandelion leaves can be quite bitter, so it is recommended to pick the […]
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The Soul of an Octopus: Book Review
The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery is a creative nonfiction book about the many fascinating behaviors, biological facts, and ways of life of the octopus presented in the form of a memoir of the author’s time getting to meet, know, and love different octopuses. Simultaneously an exploration of consciousness— human and otherwise— a […]
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A Walk in the Woods
I went out in the woods today after reading a book on foraging. I wanted to scope out the area, and I found some beautiful wildlife, as well as an old broken down car. I’m not a photographer, but I wanted to share this with you all.
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Living in Fear: Being a Student in the Age of School Shootings
Grade-school students around the country live in constant fear of school shootings. I recently finished high school, and yet I feel no relief. My underclassman friends and my younger siblings, all only children, are still in danger. If you are against gun restrictions and reform, I urge you to read this with an open mind. Please, do not merely hear me, but truly listen.
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Fun Fact of the Day: The Platypus Used to be Considered a Cryptid
Like Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, and the Yeti, the platypus was once considered to be a cryptid. Understandably, people were baffled by the idea of such a creature existing. It looks like a combination of many different creatures, and it was simply too strange for many scientists to fathom. In fact, when evidence of […]
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Fun Fact of the Day: Dinosaurs Are Not All Extinct
You may have heard that birds “evolved from dinosaurs,” but the truth is that birds are dinosaurs, and they’re the only living ones left.
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Fun Fact of the Day: Whales Evolved From Small Four-Legged Land Animals.
Whales used to walk land, just like us! In fact, they were small quadrupeds about the size of dogs. Evolution is a fascinating thing. These animals evolved out of the ocean… and then returned to it. This group of animals now contains the species (blue whale) that is the largest animal ever to roam the […]
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Finch: Mental Health App Review
I wouldn’t normally review an app, but this one is different. Finch has been helping me make an unbelievable number of changes in my life and in my way of thinking, all for the better. If you’re looking for an app to keep you on track and encourage you to think positively and get things done, Finch is for you.
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Fun Fact of the Day: Octopuses are Mollusks
When you hear the word “mollusk,” you probably think of a variety of brainless, shelled creatures like clams, oysters, and scallops, or perhaps some slightly more complex creatures like snails. An octopus couldn’t seem more different than these much simpler animals, but they are mollusks too! In fact, all cephalopods, including squid and cuttlefish, are […]
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