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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Scripps National Spelling Bee Has Eight Champions
If you have been watching the Scripps National Spelling Bee over the years, you know that it is usually one person who is declared the winner. There were co-champions in 1950, 1957, 1962, 2014, 2015, and 2016, but on Thursday, May 30, 2019, the spelling bee had a different ending that made history.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Education
College Offers to Pay Students Not to Attend
It seems as though more and more students want to attend college next semester. It also seems as though more students want to attend Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, commonly known as Virginia Tech.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Education
When to Use "Each Other" and "One Another"
No matter how long you have been out of an English class, you might still wonder when to speak or write "each other" and when to speak or write "one another." Only those who majored in English in college or have a fondness for the language will catch the mistake that so many people make, including news commentators and celebrities.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Education
Three Movies on Lifetime About Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Duke and Duchess of Sussex
On Memorial Day, May 27, 2019, Lifetime gave fans of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle three back-to-back movies to watch. The shows started at 8PM and ended at 12:01AM Then the series began again in the same order and ended at 4:02AM.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Geeks
Foods Celebrities Refuse to Eat
There are certain foods that people don't like after tasting them. There are some foods people don't like because of the way they look. There are some foods people don't like because of the way they smell. Then there are some foods people refuse to eat because they were forced to eat so much of it when they were young. They vowed to never eat that food again when they grew up and left their childhood home. They said when they make their own money, they would eat what they wanted and not be forced to eat what they didn't like. Many of those people have kept the promise they made to themselves long ago and still refuse to eat certain foods today.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
'Queen Sugar': Fun Facts About the Popular TV Series
Fans are waiting for Queen Sugar to return to the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 9 PM. It has been a long time since the finale of Season 3 ended on August 22, 2018. A total of 2.69 million people watched the drama when it premiered on September 6, 2016. Many of them became die-hard fans and can't wait for the return of the series.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Geeks
Memorial Day: A Misunderstood Federal Holiday
People have no problem celebrating Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday in May every year. If you ask ten people what the federal holiday is all about, sadly nine of them will give you the wrong answer, incomplete answers, or no answer at all. Let's set the record straight with the right answers about Memorial Day.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Serve
Best Artificial Sweeteners
There are many artificial sweeteners on the market these days. When low-calorie sweeteners are added to foods and beverages, they provide a taste that is similar to that of real sugar. So, which is the best one to use since there are so many?
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe
Zuppa Toscana soup is popular at Olive Garden Restaurants. It is so delicious that customers usually request more than one bowl of it when they go to the popular Italian restaurant. Usually, the order comes with the opportunity to get refills.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
Brussel Sprouts and Kale Salad
If you want a delicious and healthy salad, look no further than Cracker Barrel Restaurant. If you do not want to take a trip there to enjoy their salad, then the next best thing is to make your own. It is very easy to make with just a few ingredients. Your copycat version will taste just like the salad Cracker Barrel serves. Besides, you will be able to go back for seconds or thirds since you are making it at home.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
Kanye and Kim Kardashian West's Four Children's Unique Names
Kanye and Kim Kardashian West welcomed their fourth child on May 9, 2019. The baby boy was the second child born via surrogate. Kim gave birth to the first two, but she had complications which caused her and Kanye to decide to have the rest of their children by using a gestational carrier.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Geeks
