Monthly Archives: July 2008

Twelve Interesting Words

Posted on July 31, 2008 by robertstevenson

Twelve Interesting Words  How many words are in your vocabulary? The average high school graduate is said to know about 10,000 words. The average 4-year college graduate is said to know about 20,000 words. Do you have room for any more … Continue reading →

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Silly Sign 43: Where are they now?

Posted on July 30, 2008 by robertstevenson

Silly Signs : Where are they now? If you are a regular visitor to Rob’s Megaphone, you know I’m a huge Andy Griffith Show fan. I even started an Andy Griffith Show group on Stumble. Well, you can imagine my … Continue reading →

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July 30: on this day

Posted on July 29, 2008 by robertstevenson

July 30 On this day in . . .   1619 – In Jamestown, Virginia, the first representative assembly in the Americas, the House of Burgesses, convenes for the first time. 1729 – Baltimore, Maryland is founded. 1932 – Walt … Continue reading →

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Silly News 31: Do ya think they're in the wrong profession.

Posted on July 29, 2008 by robertstevenson

Silly News 31 Do ya think they’re in the wrong profession Highlighted line: “Why risk a poor quality job when we guarantee it!

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Silly News 31: Do ya think they’re in the wrong profession.

Posted on July 29, 2008 by robertstevenson

Silly News 31 Do ya think they’re in the wrong profession Highlighted line: “Why risk a poor quality job when we guarantee it!

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Tribute to James Herriot

Posted on July 28, 2008 by robertstevenson

James Herriot (October 3, 1916 –  February 23, 1995),  my favorite author, has left many treasures behind. I take them out and read them often. If you have not had the pleasure of experiencing any of his works, please do me … Continue reading →

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Silly News 30: a very slow news day!

Posted on July 28, 2008 by robertstevenson

Silly News 30 A very slow news day!   More silly news here.

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Curiosity corner: The tale of two kiwis — bird and fruit linked by looks

Posted on July 27, 2008 by robertstevenson

by Dr. Jerry D. Wilson, Emeritus Professor of Physics, Lander University   Curiosity corner: The tale of two kiwis  — bird and fruit linked by looks Question: Are the kiwi bird and the kiwi fruit related? Reply: Well, not really. … Continue reading →

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Silly Signs 42: What those street signs REALLY mean

Posted on July 27, 2008 by robertstevenson

Silly Signs 42 What Those Street Signs Really Mean

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Check out One Cool Post

Posted on July 26, 2008 by robertstevenson

I loved this post from One Cool Site. Please have a look on how to become a better blogger. This post (part 4) deals with the essentials of branding, organizations, content, and seo elements. I use this blog often for … Continue reading →

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History of 1500s: Authenticity Uncertainty

Posted on July 26, 2008 by robertstevenson

The information for this post was sent to me by a friend to run on Rob’s Megaphone.  I thought it was really interesting, so I dug a little.  I discovered that this post had made the rounds in the blogosphere – more than once. … Continue reading →

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MYRTLE BEACH BREAK

Posted on July 23, 2008 by robertstevenson

Hello friends, Just a quick note to say I’ll be back online Friday night. I’m having fun in the sun at Myrtle Beach, SC now with my sons. I look forward to telling you about some really cool stuff when I return. … Continue reading →

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Woof writers Contest Results

Posted on July 22, 2008 by robertstevenson

Woof writers Contest Results PlotDog Press has weekly writing contest in which my “For improved writing, think vividly” post was entered. As it turns out, I am one of the top five winners. Below is the list of the winners. I hope … Continue reading →

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