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Annie Holmquist
Annie Holmquist is a cultural commentator hailing from America's heartland who loves classic books, architecture, music, and values. Her writings can be found at Annie's Attic on Substack.
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American Essence
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Annie Holmquist
How to Teach Children Good Manners
Etiquette instructor Bethany Friske shares five tips for instilling kindness and respect in children from a young age.
May 15, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
May 15
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
Life Lessons From ‘Little House on the Prairie’
‘Simple human decency’ is at the heart of the show’s perpetual popularity.
Apr 09, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Apr 09
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
Homeschool Moms, It’s Time to Kick Your Inferiority Complex
You’re more qualified to teach your kids than you think you are.
Apr 03, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Apr 03
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
Taking a Pass on the Pervasive Princess Culture
Princesses have always been role models, but they’ve changed significantly over time.
Apr 01, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Apr 01
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American Essence
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Annie Holmquist
How to Be a Good Neighbor
To create a strong and supportive community, build connections fortified with kindness, etiquette instructor Bethany Friske says.
Mar 20, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Mar 20
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
A 1944 Prescription for Teaching Students the Principles of Good Citizenship
Here’s how to turn students into responsible citizens.
Feb 26, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Feb 26
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
Stamping Out Cynicism in the Trenches of Life
Advice from Teddy Roosevelt on how to better see and approach the world.
Feb 05, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Feb 05
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
5 Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Family Bond in the New Year
How to fortify ourselves and our families.
Jan 09, 2024
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Annie Holmquist
Jan 09
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American Essence
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Annie Holmquist
The Art of the Thank-You Note
This holiday season and beyond, revive the art of the handwritten thank-you note with these tips from etiquette instructor Bethany Friske.
Dec 18, 2023
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Annie Holmquist
Dec 18
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Family & Education
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Annie Holmquist
Caroling, Caroling: The Importance of Learning the Songs of Christmas
Dec 12, 2023
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Annie Holmquist
Dec 12
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