Today is James Thurber’s 124th birthday. It is no secret that his book The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is one of my very favorites and
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Happy 86th Birthday Oscar de la Renta
Today is the 86th birthday of the fashion designer Oscar de la Renta. His contribution to fashion put American fashion designers on the same level as Europeans
Happy 92nd Birthday Harper Lee
Today is the 92nd birthday of the author Harper Lee. She is an essential part of the American experience through her book To Kill A
Happy 95th Birthday Diane Arbus
Today is the 95th birthday of the famed mid-century New York photographer Diane Arbus. Her work captures a vulnerability in a her subject’s expressions, a
Happy 99th Birthday Andy Rooney
Today is the 99th birthday of Andy Rooney. He was America’s questioning, mockingly grumpy grandfather. His work in journalism and television have influenced generations and continues
Happy 123rd Birthday James Thurber
Today is James Thurber’s 123rd birthday. It is no secret that his book The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is one of my very favorites and
