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On Easter, there are bunnies that people think are cute and nice for kids, but the bunnies are nowhere in the Biblical celebration of the resurrection. From where did we get Easter bunnies? See the image of the rabbit in the moon (a commonality to many cultures of a sacred animal to the moon deity, such as in the ancient Mediterranean and Near East)

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I've remained pretty silent over the past few weeks — in part because my schedule has been waaaaay out of control, and in part because the only thing I've really had on my mind is the whole smoking debate.

I'm sick of the whole thing. Can we move on to something else?

How about this one — GET OFF THE PHONE AND DRIVE!

I am so tired of following a slow poke, or someone not using their turn signals, only to see them chatting away on the phone while driving.

It can wait! For crying out loud, that converstation can wait. And if it can't, pull over!

I find myself looking at a long weekend with Veteran's Day coming up.  I want to say how very much I respect and appreciate all the Veterans and what they have done for our Country!  My dad flew in WWII with the Air Force and I am so proud of him.  With my dad gone, Veteran's Day is a day for me to rest and reflect. I can't imagine what it is like to put your life on the line for others.  You are all heros!

Here at the Kansan we're launching a pumpkin carving contest, wich I think is a cool idea. I decided, for the first time since I was a wee one, to make a jack-o-lantern. Granted, I can't win the $25, $15 or $10 prize offered in the online contest. But, I figure some roasted pumpkin seeds (one of my favorite snacks) is reward enough.