But Winter has yet brighter scenes-he boasts Splendors beyond what gorgeous Summer knows; Or Autumn with his many fruits, and woods All flushed with many hues. –William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878) | Monday, December 4, 2017 338th day of the year Winter begins in 17 days Jay-Z (hip hop artist) was born on this day in 1969. Besse Cooper (world�s oldest person at time of her death) died on this day in 2012. Question of the Day What can you tell me about Halcyon Days? Answer |
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