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Just heard about The Ninth Night of Hanukkah

This is really lovely! Thank you to Staṡa Morgan-Appel for posting this on Facebook. A few years ago, apparently a lovely picture book was released proposing a Ninth Night of Hanukkah in honor of the helpers (link goes to an NPR page). I admit I got a little teary at the author Erica Perl talkingContinue reading “Just heard about The Ninth Night of Hanukkah”

Habari Gani? Happy First Day of Kwanzaa

A very happy Kwanzaa to all who celebrate! The following words come from the newsletter of the extraordinary Ayodele Drum and Dance in Chicago: “Habari Gani? The traditional “What’s Happening” Kwanzaa greeting signals the call to speak the principle of the day. The seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba, are the philosophy and values of a balanced community. TheContinue reading “Habari Gani? Happy First Day of Kwanzaa”

Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 25

Your every-6th-day content note: I understand Advent is a Christian artifact, regardless of its presence in my life and ancestry as a cultural event. I am not Christian, though much of my family is, and I am not happy with the Christianization of secular culture despite having grown up immersed in it. I promise toContinue reading “Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 25”

Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 24

We’re at the last two, now, so I’m rubbing my hands anticipating some really good ones. Let’s see what’s behind the penultimate door! *drumroll*…. Day 24’s ink is called “One more Sleep.” (Why is the “more” in that title lower case? I have no freaking idea. Let’s just run with it.) I tested, as perContinue reading “Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 24”

Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 23

I seeeeriously doubt the next ink can beat yesterday’s. (We shall see!) The 23rd door! *drumroll*…. Day 23’s ink is called “Celebration.” I tested, as per usual, using a borosilicate glass dip pen in a Maruman Mnemosyne notebook. My first, and really only, thought is “Bright!” Celebration is an intensely bright orange red with aContinue reading “Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 23”

Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 22

I have all fingers crossed that today’s is better. Aaand behind door 22? *drumroll*…. Day 22’s ink is called “Deck the Halls.” I tested, as per usual, using a borosilicate glass dip pen in a Maruman Mnemosyne notebook. oooooh. OOOOOH. First, no I do NOT love it just because it’s purple. In my defense, evenContinue reading “Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 22”

Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 21

And how are they going to follow up yesterday’s pretty?? Today’s door! *drumroll*…. Day 21’s ink is called “Cosy Up.” I tested, as per usual, using a borosilicate glass dip pen in a Maruman Mnemosyne notebook. ….. *deep breath* Before I get into this, quick CW: vivid, possibly unpleasant description of an unusual texture. OKAY.Continue reading “Diamine Inkvent 2022 – Day 21”