Rebellion and Revolution

Revolution – “…the overthrow or renunciation of one government or ruler and the substitution of another by the governed.” Rebellion – “…usually unsuccessful defiance of or resistance to an established government.” The […]


In Celebration of Dictionaries

Depression, murder, insanity….not the first words that come to mind when contemplating lexicography. Nevertheless, such is the history of English dictionaries. The stories of Samuel Johnson, James Murray and W.C. […]


The Other Election

For better or worse, the most expensive presidential election in US history is finally over. With high emotions subsiding and bruises healing, people pick up where they left and go […]


Let there be light!

Daylight hours are shrinking once again, but if you venture outside after dark you may be pleasantly surprised by the many seasonal light displays that will help dispel the winter […]