Humans have always been problem solvers but as civilization advanced, and just surviving consumed less time, our minds still sought challenge and growth. Games and puzzles evolved to meet the need to develop problem-solving skills.
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Why is January 1 New Year’s Day? I mean, it is how most of us grew up, and it is what our culture tells us is New Years, but why? The bottom line is because someone said it was, and pretty much every around them said, "Okay, why not?" There is more to it than that, but it's a pretty good summation. Still, January 1 is not recognized as New Year’s Day by everyone and not everywhere. Here is why and how you can use it.
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While it has had more than its share of contention, confusion, tragedy, and despair, there were positive things that happened this year too.
Your puzzle arrives. You remove the sleeve, open the box, and breathe in that new puzzle aroma, ahhhhhhh. You move to your puzzle assembly area, gently remove the bag with the pieces, carefully open the bag and then, ever so gently, like a skilled surgeon, pour the puzzle tiles out.
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Christmas morning was weighing heavily on Henry. He missed his wife Fannie every morning but holiday mornings were even worse. His heart still ached for the love of his life.
December is the darkest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The slide into darkness starts every year on June 22. Every day those in the northern hemisphere lose light, an imperceptible degree at first but ever-increasing daily. The...
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These are a few ideas we have found that have made building puzzles more efficient, productive, and fun. We look forward to your comments on using puzzle trays or other accessories to help you do puzzles.
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Despite the stumbling blocks and pitfalls of the year, there is much for which to be thankful. Sometimes we need to break from the daily pressures and take a few moments to do a personal inventory. Do not get caught in the trap of comparing yourself to others. Look at you. Identify one thing you are thankful for, something you love. Smile about that thing, treasure it.
With all the events in the media cycle, an especially important anniversary has gone virtually unnoticed. After a long, equally dangerous, and miraculous voyage from England, the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock on December 18, 1620. This year is the four hundredth anniversary of this history-changing event. It is an event that is crucial for us to remember. Any more, it seems like this seminal event is being trivialized or torn down. There is no future if there is no history to build it on.
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On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an Armistice was signed, bringing an end to World War I. This is why we celebrate Veterans Day every November 11th. It was called the "war...
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It is a great question. Many people look at the 100-piece jigsaw puzzles as “baby” puzzles. Yes, these are an excellent diversion for young children. However, these are the perfect size to do with my grandchildren, who are 4 –...
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Puzzles are a fantastic way to make lasting memories with family and friends, and can prove to be a fun way to pass time by yourself. Not only will it get you away from screens, but it’s a wonderful activity...
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