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"How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before star�ng to improve the world." Anne Frank (June 12, 1929-1945)

Welcome to the third issue of the new BIG WEEKLY BLEND Variety Magazine! Covering Big Blend’s most recent ar�cles and podcasts, it’s also a companion publica�on to our Big Weekly Blend Podcast. From Superman and monkeys to bourbon and beer, cake, kitchen klutzes, and kisses, this week’s podcast celebrates the na�onal holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries of the week with a big music playlist, and links to themed recipes, ar�cles, and podcasts.

This issue gets us ready for summer entertaining with two features covering barbecuing, grilling, and wine. When it comes to planning your next southwest travel adventures, check out the des�na�on stories covering sunny and vibrant Palm Springs, remote and enchan�ng New Mexico, and the rejuvena�ng “magic water” of Durango Hot Springs, Colorado. Heading east, there’s brewery fun and outdoor adventures to be had in Asheville, along with the winter sports mecca of Lake Placid (it’s not too early to plan your winter ski trip)!

Lastly, with the recent anniversary of the Normandy Landings of WWII, take a listen to the podcast with author Mike Guardia who shares two incredible hero stories.

Please keep up with our upcoming and past shows on YouTube.com or BigBlendRadio.com.

Have a fantas�c week!

Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith Big Blend’s mother-daughter publishing, podcas�ng, and travel team.

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