Daily Archives: August 16, 2020

Are we complicated or simple? A little bit of both. — To Write or not to Write and What to Write

Originally posted on Pointless Overthinking: Hi all, Have you thought about how humans are incredibly simple and yet complicated at the same time? I sometimes think about it. I want to put out some of my thoughts on it here. … Continue reading

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Gaming Sunday August 16, 2020

 AS ALWAYS, CHECK PRICES BEFORE ORDERING as sales can end or change before I update them. Also, some sales only have so many items or keys available for purchase so the sale ends as soon as they run out of … Continue reading

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Love in the Time of the Spanish Flu – MyHeritage August 15, 2020

I saw this on MyHeritage – Love in the Time of the Spanish Flu https://blog.myheritage.com/2020/08/love-in-the-time-of-the-spanish-flu/. The article is much longer and includes newspaper articles. I don’t have to wear a mask due to hearing impairment that the County and City … Continue reading

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My Fifth Blogiversary! (+ small update) | The Awkward Book Blogger — The Awkward Book Blogger

I normally don’t post on Sundays, but today is slightly special. It marks the day I have officially been book blogging for FIVE YEARS. My goodness, how time flies! I didn’t think I could ever keep up a personal project … Continue reading

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What About Forgiveness? — BEYOND MY LIMITATIONS – Forgiveness Sundays August 16, 2020

Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they had done so, he said, “I am your brother Joseph, the one you sold into Egypt! And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with … Continue reading

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National Airborne Day 16 August 2020 80 years — Pacific Paratrooper

The history of United States Airborne Forces did not begin on the training fields of Fort Benning, Georgia, as some believe. In fact, the origin of Airborne Forces in the U.S. military began with a familiar name to American military … Continue reading

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Some of the Disadvantages of GEDmatch – August 16, 2020

In a social media group, I saw an admin post there were no cons to using GEDmatch. This admin has a know everything attitude. Contradict them in a group they admin or are a moderator, you get booted from the … Continue reading

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If You Use Zoom, Facebook Live, or Any Other Audio/Video Platform, Please Talk Loud Enough to Be Heard – August 16, 2020

I am hearing impaired. The last time I tested back in 2006 I had a 60% loss in one ear and 40% loss in the other ear. I can’t consciously lip read, but if I can see your face, between … Continue reading

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How to Increase Book Sales on Amazon – YouTube Video Self-Publish with Dale

I watched this on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfNLLpR4Hjw Direct link: How to Increase Book Sales on Amazon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfNLLpR4Hjw (around 7:50 minutes long) Here are the basic tips: Choose the Best Keywords (He has a video on this topic) Title/Subtitle Word Choice … Continue reading

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20 Incredible Castles You Have to See to Believe — From The Darkness Into The Light

August 11, 2020 We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here. Life may not always be a fairy-tale, but these castles sure make it look like one. By definition, a castle can … Continue reading

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