Forest of Words

Did you know a “snirtle” is a laugh with snorts!?!

Did you know that tigers cannot purr? When they are happy or feel safe they simply close or squint their eyes.

Did you know that the two highest IQ scores in recorded history belong to women?

Did you know that Mona Lisa has a mailbox where she regularly receives mail?

Did you know that when a man is frustrated he lashes out at his partner? This is usually on the basis of fear, depression, or some other underlying emotion. Whereas women, focus on connections and maintaining the relationship.

In Ankara, Turkey, public sanitation workers created a 6,000-volume library of books they found in the trash. Did you know that in Hiawatha, Kansas? Edmund Needham Morrill had a 6,000-volume library collection. When his children read all of the books he build them a library. Incidentally, people came from all over the community to borrow books from his collection.

Did you know the word Robot comes from a Czech word implying robata, forcing work, compulsory service, and drudgery?

Did you know the difference between Jelly and Jam? Jelly is made with fruit juice and jam is made with mashed fruit.

Did you know in Italy, there is a fountain that flows red wine 24 hours per day? It is free to anyone who wants except drunkards and louts!

Did you know that ferret is the Latin word meaning little thief? Obviously, because ferrets are a little notorious for their tricks.

Did you know that Tweety Bird was originally named Orson? Orson was also nude and spicy. Sounds like someone else I know, and we won’t drop any names here, will we Mo Aer!

Did you know that a glimpse of sunlight through the clouds has a name, it’s called a “glisk” A fleeting glimpse of sunlight, can also be referred to as a glimmer “glisk” of hope, referencing the heart.

Did you know the closest relative to a bear is a seal? Talk about a seal out of water or a grizzly bear out of the forest.

Did you know there is a phobia based upon a fear of running out of something to read? Fear of running out of something to read is called “abibliophobia.

I love words, I have said it so many times. I love learning them and I love facts. I love exploring history and sharing it with all of my fellow history investigators. Life is a beautiful journey, explore what life has to offer. If you ever get the chance to jump halfway across the world! Leap! Best thing I ever did!

Did you know that on April 7, 1961, John F. Kennedy lobbied to save/preserve ancient temples and historical monuments? In the campaign, the U.S. contributed over 16 million in contribution to global efforts. There is, for me, at least, something to be said about preserving history! #historymysteries

  “History Mysteries,” history explorations & “Chasing My Sparkle” are the intellectual property and creative inspiration of Lynn Marie Allen

John Jacob Astor opened The Hotel Astor for his family on May 31, 1837. Designed by Isaiah Rogers, the Astor was built in Greek Revival Style and covered a massive four-block square. Located in the heart of Manhattan, the Astor was a haven for the community in 1888 during a blizzard. Many noted elite guests, from Abraham Lincoln to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, will grace the Astor. I wish to see and feel the pieces of history with my own eyes. Those incredible gems are often torn down and demolished without properly illustrating the stories. Each history mystery is a treasure to be explored and recorded for future generations to appreciate. It was the discovery of a postcard gem that Delores Herbert Hohnbaum sent to a friend that first gave me an appreciation for this architectural masterpiece. #historymysteries

  “History Mysteries,” history explorations & “Chasing My Sparkle” are the intellectual property and creative inspiration of Lynn Marie Allen

Did you know on May 30, 1899, “amateur bandit” Pearl Hart and her boyfriend, Joe Boot, held up a stagecoach in Arizona? Pearl was born in Ontario, Canada, in 1871. Married a short time later, at 16, Pearl found domestic bliss was not her marital encounter. Instead of struggling through a very abusive relationship, Pearl decides to leave the relationship and goes on to perform on stage and has a couple of relationships before meeting Joe. Joe Boot was a German vagabond. The couple finds themselves in dire straights, and the only course of action they deem suitable is robbing a stagecoach. The couple robs the three passengers of $421! Pearl finds pity on the passengers and gives them $1 to buy something to eat. A bandit with a hart?

Neither bandit is considered to be the most graceful or successful armed robber, finding themselves in cuffs only a short time later. The bandits were both sentenced to prison time. Joe received 30 years, and, a short time later, while working in the fields, walked off to never be seen again. Pearl was sentenced to five years and became pregnant shortly after her sentence. Rather than suffer the disgrace, the Mayor gives her a full pardon. Little of Pearl’s life is known after her incarceration. It is said she married a wealthy rancher and settled into marital bliss. Anyone who knew her said she was kind and softhearted.

  “History Mysteries” historical explorations & “Chasing My Sparkle” are the intellectual property and creative inspiration of Lynn Marie Allen

As always on the hunt for history and more! The people who donated to the 2023 GBMF event thank you for your generosity and for helping each foundation to reach its goals. The encounters from the weekend include so many traveling to visit and catch up with classmates for reunions. The Memorial Day Holiday from the Homer White American Legion, the Service of Remembrance, held annually on the morning of Memorial Day, is always heartfelt, thoughtful, and beautiful. It is for each of us an opportunity to pause to reflect and remember the sacrifices made for each of us for our liberty and freedom. As always, there is so much more to every incredible story! Find it! Be sure to stop by and share with me what you uncover!

  “History Mysteries” historical explorations & “Chasing My Sparkle” are the intellectual property and creative inspiration of Lynn Marie Allen

What legacy do I want to leave? The legacy I want to leave for my children and more … is that I loved deeply. I was gentle, kind, compassionate, caring, and sincere in all my relationships. I hope to leave a legacy of inspiration for others to pick up and carry on! I want to live to see the world of one race– and that is human! We may look different, and I think you will find the story of why we look different in the Quran, Bible, or whatever Holy book you observe. The one truth is simple! We are all … all in this together. I want to instill the legacy that I lived, explored, embraced, and made the world better than how I found it. I want to leave a trail of sparkle that says… holy shit balls… Lynn Marie was here because there is glitter everywhere!