Margaret Minnicks
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Margaret Minnicks has a bachelor's degree in English. She is an ordained minister with two master's degrees in theology and Christian education. She has been an online writer for over 15 years. Thanks for reading and sending TIPS her way.
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Interesting Things About the Month of February
February: A Unique Month February follows January, which has 31 days, and comes before March, which also has 31 days. Therefore, the shortest month of the year is sandwiched between two long months. February is the only month on both the Julian and Gregorian calendars with only 28 days. During a leap year, the month has 29 days. Because a common year has only 28 days, it has no full moon because full moons occur every 29 and a half days.
By Margaret Minnicksabout 11 hours ago in FYI
Cabin Fever Because of Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain That Turned to Icy Roads. Top Story - February 2026.
What Is Cabin Fever? The short answer is that cabin fever is restlessness from being in a confined area. Cabin fever is the distressing irritability or restlessness experienced when a person or group is stuck at an isolated location or in confined quarters for an extended time. Research shows that prolonged cold, gray skies, and being stuck indoors can trigger mood shifts similar to “winter blues.”
By Margaret Minnicksa day ago in Humans
Benefits of Looking Forward To Something
Everyone looks forward to something because it is part of life. When we were younger, we looked for most things that were different from what we look forward to now that we are older. Even so, we might still look forward to some of the same things: birthdays, holidays (some more than others), graduation, first job, dating, marriage, anniversaries, raising a family, and more.
By Margaret Minnicks3 days ago in Confessions
Why You Should Not Tell Everyone Your Personal Problems
When we have good news or bad news, we want to share it with people. Unfortunately, not everyone is on your side. Some people will undoubtedly take your personal information and hold it against you, either then or later.
By Margaret Minnicks6 days ago in Motivation
Why Are Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors Called “Shrinks”?
Most of us have heard someone say, “I’m going to see my shrink,” with a shrug or a half‑smile — but have you ever stopped to wonder where that slang word came from? It’s one of those cultural words we have heard, and we begin using them without knowing what they actually mean.
By Margaret Minnicks11 days ago in Psyche
Being Bored vs. Being Boring
Being Bored Is Not the Same As Being Boring After publishing my article, “Can a Person Really Be Bored to Death?” I kept thinking that there are differences between being bored and being boring. Often, the two words are used interchangeably, but they describe entirely different human experiences.
By Margaret Minnicks12 days ago in Motivation
Fun Facts About Popcorn
There are over 50 fun facts about popcorn, the popular snack loved by children and adults. All the popcorn trivia is interesting, but my favorite fun fact is that the popcorn sold in theaters around the world today was once banned in movie theaters.
By Margaret Minnicks14 days ago in Feast
Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream' Speech: Things People Still Don't Know
Former President Ronald Reagan declared the third Monday in January to be Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate the slain civil rights activist. Had he lived, he would be celebrating his birthday at age 97 on January 15, 2026, but he was assassinated at the young age of 39 on April 4, 1968.
By Margaret Minnicks15 days ago in History
