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Resilient.
Toasting Independence at Nathan Hale Homestead—18th-century beverages, home brewing, cider, and tavern culture. (Before that storm tonight.)
Words: Tippled ~ Toasted ~ Guzzled ~ Sipped ~ Slurped ~
Quaffed ~ Whistle Wetter ~ Accompaniment ~ Snort ~ Pick-Me-Up ~ Put-Me-Down.— Moo Dog Press (@moodogpress.com) August 7, 2026 at 10:04 PM
The Big E is coming up–interested in entering a competition? “Step into a world where craftsmanship meets creativity. The Big E’s Creative Arts department showcases the best in handmade artistry, from intricate quilts and delicate lacework to striking photography and inspired culinary creations. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or a first-time competitor, this is your stage to celebrate tradition, innovation, and the thrill of friendly competition. Explore the talents of New England’s finest artisans, and maybe even take home a ribbon of your own.” For more information, visit https://www.thebige.com/p/competitions/competitive-exhibits
Beautiful needlework in various formats at a previous Big E. TW/MDP
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The Wangunks history, astounding; this marker is located in Portland, CT.
Ponder this:
Once upon a time there was a Chinese farmer whose horse ran away. That evening, all of his neighbors came around to commiserate. They said, “We are so sorry to hear your horse has run away. This is most unfortunate.” The farmer said, “Maybe.” The next day the horse came back bringing seven wild horses with it, and in the evening everybody came back and said, “Oh, isn’t that lucky. What a great turn of events. You now have eight horses!” The farmer again said, “Maybe.”
The following day his son tried to break one of the horses, and while riding it, he was thrown and broke his leg. The neighbors then said, “Oh dear, that’s too bad,” and the farmer responded, “Maybe.” The next day the conscription officers came around to conscript people into the army, and they rejected his son because he had a broken leg. Again all the neighbors came around and said, “Isn’t that great!” Again, he said, “Maybe.”
The whole process of nature is an integrated process of immense complexity, and it’s really impossible to tell whether anything that happens in it is good or bad — because you never know what will be the consequence of the misfortune; or, you never know what will be the consequences of good fortune.
— Alan Watts
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Invention and innovation in a weathervane – wind direction as it swivels.
Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest. – Mark Twain