I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o’er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the milky way, They stretched in
This English idiom is used to describe a person or animal that is acting in an odd or eccentric manner. The phrase was derived from the observed antics of the European hare during its breeding season, which peaks in March. During this time of the year, the animal’s behavior includes hopping and jumping excitedly
In 1920, Dr. Jesse Leonidas Leach moved to Flint from his birthplace of Nashville, Tennessee. Flint was growing at a frenetic pace – industry was booming and blacks and whites alike were lured by the hopes of a job and a better life. Dr. Leach set up a medical practice and began to immediately
Have you ever had a commercial jingle stuck in your head for days? One such jingle that comes to mind is “I’m Slim Chiply,” a catchy little song about Paramount Potato Chips, a Flint brand that was loved by many. Founded by Ed and Josephine Dewan in 1959, the company’s product line was made
“The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there …” A more recognizable poem may have never been written – 28 rhyming couplets thought by many to have inspired the universally jolly image of Santa Claus we have today. On December 24, 1822, prominent New York
Many of us see them every day and to most, they are a sign of home. How did the “Flint Arches” come to be? In 1899, seven arches were erected to illuminate the Downtown business district, replacing the gas lanterns common to the time. The project was one of the first of its kind to bring
On August 25, the Flint Monarchs took on the Chicago Breeze at Dort Federal Credit Union Event Center for the Global Women’s Basketball Association (GWBA) Title. After a hard-fought game, the Flint Monarchs stood victorious with a 96-85 win. The team has now won three straight National Championships in the GWBA and five-straight, overall. Crystal
Coffee Facts! Coffee was discovered by goatherders in Ethiopia circa 800 A.D. when they noticed goats being extremely energetic after consuming the berries. Hawaii is the only state in the U.S. that commercially grows coffee. Coffee is a fruit. The beans are actually the pits of cherry-like berries. New York is the most coffee caffeinated
Want to participate, but don’t know any jokes? Here are some groan-worthy suggestions …just practice your delivery and you’re good to go! I’m reading a book about anti-gravity. It’s impossible to put down! What do you call a fish with two knees? A “two-knee” fish A three-legged dog walks into a bar and says to
French National Day – also known as Bastille Day – is celebrated throughout France each year on July 14 (or, le quatorze Juillet). For some, the observance is all about fireworks and a spectacular military parade; but for most, it still marks the anniversary of the storming of a grand fortress during the first moments
Clearly, fishing weather is upon us! Fishing season in Michigan runs May 26 through December 31 and Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend is June 9-10! That means all license fees will be waived, and a recreation passport will NOT be required for entry into state parks and recreation areas! Did you know … catfish, smallmouth bass,
With the warmer weather finally here, many of us are putting away the sweaters and cold weather clothing and taking inventory of our spring wardrobes. As this rite begins, we encounter those single, pathetic and unmatchable socks. All year long, they collect like weeds in the garden of our perfectly matched drawer-full of duos. The
