Tag Archives: Author Julie Glover

Got a Word Named after You? Eponyms

Posted on September 5, 2012 by

Another Amaze-ing Words Wednesday, and I’m ready to enter the labyrinth of language where surprises await us each week. It’s time to feature another kind of word defined by its etymology: eponyms. Eponyms are words named after a person–real or … Continue reading →

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Fast Food Names: Where Did They Come From?

Posted on August 8, 2012 by

Y’all know that I love tracing the etymology of words, phrases, nicknames, and much more. For today’s Amaze-ing Words Wednesday, we’re going to take a look at 10 top fast food restaurants (in the top 15 most popular according to … Continue reading →

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Getting Back on Track and on the Road: #ROW80

Posted on August 5, 2012 by

As I noted last Sunday, we are going car shopping. Here’s a reminder of why we are replacing our car: The driver who rammed into us was found responsible, and her insurance company called the car a total loss and … Continue reading →

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Taking Hits, Losing Track, and Counting Blessings: #ROW80

Posted on July 29, 2012 by

I have been off-track for three weeks now! One week, I was diligently getting ready for church camp, writing curriculum, purchasing supplies, and preparing lessons. I did some writing, but I didn’t attack my ROW80 goals much. The next week … Continue reading →

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15 Euphemisms for a Basic Body Function

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

Since I deal with all kinds of language issues here on Amaze-ing Words Wednesday, and I felt inspired by a recent post by Natalie Hartford, today’s topic is an odd one. In fact, I fear just a little who will … Continue reading →

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