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Linda E Allen
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Kindness is the language we all understand. Even the blind can see it, and the deaf can hear it. ~ Mother Teresa
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Words define us ~ and we define our words. For a writer, It's a magical formula. With so many words to choose from, as a writer and creator, the words I use define my world and express my individuality.
When you read my words, you will get a glimpse of who I am, what my passions and interests are, and sometimes even personal and family anecdotes.
Curiosity creates my writing. I enjoy the searching to learn the answers to my questions and to write my stories. I'm awed by nature and all of creation, so much of my writing deals with plants, animals, people and cultures. I love choosing the words to express my perception of this amazing world.
Enjoy my discoveries with me with my words. . .
Birth Place: New Orleans, LA USA
Accomplishments: Decking the Halls - The Folklore and Traditions of Christmas Plants - finalist for Benjamin Franklin Award for History; Menagerie at the Manger - 2007 Book of the Season for The Book Bank; awards from Society of Professional Journalists
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Books
|  | Menagerie at the Manger by Linda E Allen
Enjoy the delightful stories of Menagerie at the Manger with the children in your life or the child in you. Each of the traditional animals at the Nativity shares its special role on that holy night....
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 | Finding My Faith by Linda E Allen
Finding your Faith, the newest book in the Chicken Soup for Your Soul series, includes a story by Oklahoma author and long-time gardener, Linda Allen....
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 | Tis the Season - Select Stories of Contemporary Fiction and Nonfiction by Linda E Allen
Regardless of religious inclinations, the Christmas season often serves as a period of reflection. As the temperature drops and snow falls, we seek warmth within our homes, and we turn within ourselves to contemplate our place in this world. This is the tie that binds all the stories in this collection together: the search for meann in our everydy lives, as well as the true nature and spirit of t...
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 | Our Fathers Who Art in Heaven by Linda E Allen
Filling the gap left by a deceased father is difficult. This book creates a bridge for those left behind. Written by individuals whose fathers have passed, Our Fathers Who Art in Heaven provides true stories of inspiration and hope....
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 | The Ultimate Christian Living by Linda E Allen
Life can be a challenge in many ways - one filled with hope, faith, charity, and devotion. In The Ultimate Christian Living, you'll find true accounts of service to others, challenges faced and overcome through faith....
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Short Stories
A Forever Mistletoe Kiss by Linda E Allen
"You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your special Prince Charming," some cynics claim. But, maybe if we practiced the ancient traditions of the mistletoe with its legendary magic, the sel...
Mmmm . . . Cinnamon by Linda E Allen
Cinnamon is a spice that leaves its signature flavor not only on our taste buds, but also in our memories....
Love Lessons from the Doves by Linda E Allen
Bird-watching in the cold winter months can teach us simple lessons in human values from simple, beautiful creatures....
Home for Christmas by Linda E Allen
Christmas memories from long ago remind us that some of the best gifts are not always the ones wrapped in colorful paper and fancy ribbons under the tres....
Santa's Trick by Linda E Allen
We all know the magic of Santa. What happens when one of his "helpers" decides to be a bit mischievous?...
Empty Nest Syndrome by Linda E Allen
It happens every year about this time - late May or early June - my empty nest syndrome. I should be used to it by now, but the same sadness catches me each year as my "children" leave the nest....
A Most Holy Moment by Linda E Allen
An Andean sunrise and a pan flutist create a most holy moment....
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Articles
Remembering Memorial Day by Linda E Allen
Once upon a time, Memorial Day was a day set aside to remember our country's veterans. Through the years, the sacredness of the day has dimmed. Let us always remember the intent of the day....
Oh, Bug Off! by Linda E Allen
Are you a prude and purist about what goes in the soil, on your plants and eventually into you and your family? Here're some eco ideas to get your garden nuisances to bug off....
Summer Fun in the Sun by Linda E Allen
Lazy, crazy days of summer bring loads of simple, low-cost fun activities that will create family memories for the future. Enjoy!...
Rosemary - or the Rose of Mary? by Linda E Allen
Rosemary is an evergreen plant (Rosemarinus officinalis) belonging to the mint family. It blooms clusters of small, light blue flowers and grows leaves that yield a fragrant oil used in perfumes and ...
Keep It Simple Sweetie - Mother's Day ideas by Linda E Allen
Our keep-it-simple ideas make great gifts for Mom - plus they're easy on your wallet and great for Mother Nature too!...
Let's Talk about the Birds and the Bees! by Linda E Allen
For gardeners and all people who like to eat, pollination is the main event in the garden. Here's how to attract pollinators to your garden....
Gardening with Children by Linda E Allen
A child's garden is the perfect place to observe, explore and interact with nature in its purest form....
The Peony Peon or Paean? by Linda E Allen
Mother's Day and Memorial Day showcase one of May's spectacular floral beauties - the peony....
How Does Your Garden Grow? by Linda E Allen
It's the time between winter and spring. Our mailbox is full of garden catalogs that tempt us with glamour shots of new varieties to try in our garden. ...
How to Grow a Green Thumb by Linda E Allen
There are many reasons people are growing their own vegetables and fruits. Here are our tips for growing a green thumb and a green garden!...
Spring Surprises! by Linda E Allen
Daffodils - March's signature flower - announce spring's arrival as their trumpet blossoms dance in the wind....
Pansies are Forever by Linda E Allen
How do you entertain a wiggly little girl visiting her great-grandparents' museum-like home with lots of look-but-don't touch temptations? My great-grandfather's solution was to tell me fairy tale...
Sweets for the Sweet by Linda E Allen
It's the chocolate time of the year - Valentine's Day - the perfect occasion to celebrate the wonders and flavor of chocolate. ...
Happy New Year - Happy Horseshoes! by Linda E Allen
Horseshoes not only bring good luck, they are also said to keep evil spirits and witches out. But, how do you know the proper way to hang a horseshoe to receive its good luck?
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A Time for Every Purpose by Linda E Allen
New Year's - a time of renewal, resolutions and hope for the future. Over 4000 years ago, the people of Babylon hosted a New Year's festival. Today, as we merge the old year with the new, we still ...
Solstice Superstitions by Linda E Allen
Many of our Christmas traditions involving plants come from ancient civilizations that worshipped nature gods. They celebrated a mid-winter holiday known as Saturnalia or the Winter Solstice....
Much Ado about the Much Maligned Mistletoe by Linda E Allen
Mistletoe, the kissing plant, has a colorful history that includes superstitions. legends, and ancient traditions....
Mystery of the Christmas Balls by Linda E Allen
Christmas ornaments decorate evergreens on a rural road. Who hung them there and why?...
Our Family Genealogy Christmas Tree by Linda E Allen
Our family Christmas tree shares our family history with ornaments and trinkets that bring back favorite memories every year....
Christmas Tree or Chrismon Tree - Which is it? by Linda E Allen
Which is it - a Christmas tree or a Chrismon tree? Each tree has its own special decorations, legends, and purpose....
Decking the Halls by Hanging the Greens by Linda E Allen
Hanging of the Greens and Advent services - the spiritual prelude to the Chrustmas season without consumer overtones. These seasonal services celebrate customs and traditions of the past with natural...
Poinsettia - The Plant with Many Names by Linda E Allen
Poinsettia - the plant with many names has a beautiful history of many legends from its native country Mexico....
A Sensory, Sensual Season by Linda E Allen
Harvest season has arrived with a feast of sensory, sensual experiences!...
The Holy Holly by Linda E Allen
Have you ever wondered why we sing the seasonal "fa-la-la-la-la-la song dedicated to the holly plant? What's so special about holly and why do we decorate with it?...
In the Spirit by Linda E Allen
Some years the spirit of Christmas is elusive, almost like it's hiding from us in the busyness of the season. May the spirit of Christmas find you this season!...
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News
New Toastmasters article by Linda E Allen
Is it your job or your joy? What a difference one letter makes in a word's meaning. People who view their work as a joy rather than a job can do great things....
Article in July issue of Toastmaster Magazine by Linda E Allen
Give Your Words a Workout: Strengthen your speeches with energetic language that will keep your audience interested and involved....
New website by Linda E Allen
We've moved from the city to the country. Visit our website to learn about our adventures and misadventures in green living in the country....
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Links
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| Retro-Ecp
We use the wisdom and practices of the past combined with our resourcefulness and ingenuity to create eco-logical solutions for today while protecting and creating a sustainable future for our children and the environment.
Retro from the past
+ eco awareness and attention to the environment
= an eco-friendly lifestyle.
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Forever-green
A collection of nature and seasonal articles.
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Bolivia Blog
Travel blog of my adventures and experiences in Bolivia.
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Contact
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14714 West Reed Road
Drummond
OK
73735
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