Frankenstein Day
Frankenstein Day is always celebrated on August 30th, the birthday of Mary Shelley (born in 1797). In 1816, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley wrote the novel Frankenstein and published it in 1818…
Fall Decoration
I made a similar decoration in the spring to put behind my sink. You could also use it as a centerpiece or showcase on a windowsill. Supplies: 12-inch x…
Name a Character
I’m in the beginning stages of formulating an idea for my next mystery novel and need your help. I would like you to name one of my characters. Male…
Protecting Yourself
There are certain things you do routinely. It’s easy to remember to eat, sleep, brush your teeth, or go grocery shopping. But there are probably certain things in your…
Orange Sugar Cookies
These scrumptious cookies are easy to make. You might want to make a double batch as they disappear quickly! Ingredients: 1 roll (16.5 ounce) Refrigerated Sugar Cookie dough 1…
Book Release of Butterfly Premonitions
Guess who has published a new book? Here’s a recap of my fifth mystery book: Premonitions. A missing father. A murdered stepmother. A reopened cold case. Merli Whitshire’s…
National Pretzel Day
Today is National Pretzel Day. This day celebrates pretzels of all shapes and sizes. How do you like your pretzels? Long, thin, thick, twisted, crunchy, or chewy? What about salted…
Spring Decoration
I made this decoration to put behind my sink. You could also use it as a centerpiece or showcase on a windowsill. Supplies: 12-inch x 4-inch block of…
These Things Have Names
If you haven’t read an entire dictionary, you may not know these following words and definitions. The space between your eyebrows is called a glabella. The way it smells…
The VIIP Principal
The VIIP principle is four easy-to-remember steps for when you’re ready to tackle your next organizing project. The four steps: V  …
