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My Best Friend – Lydia Cooper

Lydia CooperSummer seemed to permeate every inch of everything in those 24 hours; fireflies danced and hummed, the humidity kissed our skin and the wonderful feeling of magic hung in the air. It didn’t matter in my youth that we didn’t know each other well, in fact it was the first time of prolonged conversation. The three amigos were hanging out in the camper because sleepovers were always more fun there even when it was parked on the lawn. Continue reading My Best Friend – Lydia Cooper

Ice Cream, You Scream!

Lydia CooperSpongebob on a stick, patriotic colored popsicles, hood cups, creamsicles, peanut butter swirl and pistachio. Flavors of my life. My childhood experience was immersed in food and ice cream was no exception! Around here there are so many places to get ice cream and people judge your character based on your favorite place to get ice cream. Needless to say New Hampshire natives take ice cream seriously and are certainly passionate about every aspect of the delicious stuff. Continue reading Ice Cream, You Scream!

June 2015 Calendar

junecalendarThe calendar for the month of June 2015 is ready for you, so that you can prepare, write and submit your story.

Here are the days and weeks laid out for you.

  • Due on Saturday the 6th of June-Because it is National Chocolate Ice Cream Day on the 7th, let’s write a story about ice cream. Maybe your memory of an ice cream shared with a parent or a grandparent. (Worth 10 points)
  • Due on Saturday the 13th of June-The 8th is Best Friends Day, so let’s put together a story on your best friend! (Worth 10 points)
  • Due on Saturday the 20th of June-The 18th is Go Fishing Day, so share story on a fishing trip. Perhaps with a family member or the biggest little fish you ever caught! (Worth 10 points)
  • Due on Saturday the 27th of June-Summer starts on the 21st of June, so let’s see some great stories on summer. Vacation, fireworks, music and fun. (Worth 10 points)

BONUS DAYS

  • June 14th is Flag Day-Celebrating the adoption of the American Flag. (Worth 25 points)
  • June 21st is Fathers Day-Need an explanation? (Worth 25 points)
  • June 26th is Take Your Dog To Work-So let’s here about your best friend! (Worth 25 points)