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Carmine Coco De Young

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Carmine Coco De Young
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Past good times

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Christmas, 1954 Christmas has always been my favorite holiday for many reasons. You can’t see the Christmas tree in this photo, but take a peek at the big box behind me. Can you guess what that was? Hint: the big … Continue reading →

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Carmine Coco De YoungMarch 11, 2016
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All Things Big and Grand

Last summer included visits to New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Missouri, and Kentucky.  A grand time it was visiting friends, Toastmaster clubs, visiting historical sites and grand hysterical things!  I … Continue reading →

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Carmine Coco De YoungMarch 22, 2016
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Meeting the International President

It was truly an honor to meet Toastmaster’s International President, Mohammed Murad.  Thank you for attending our District 53 Fall Conference, for your dynamic keynote speech and educational session. … Continue reading →

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungAugust 17, 2015
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Road Trip 2014

Despite my ability to embelish details, I find it near impossible to describe a recent 18-day road trip with my best friend in the whole world…husband, Don. From Connecticut to Wyoming, now I understand why Grandfather Coco would say, “This … Continue reading →

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungSeptember 1, 2015
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Looking Forward to the 114th National Hobo Convention

More to come as the compass in my blood leads to familiar and new adventures. … Continue reading →

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungSeptember 1, 2015
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A Dynamicosaurus Time at the Highlights Foundation

For those looking to hone or reignite their writing skills, I highly recommend sessions offered by the Highlights Foundation.  The faculty is well qualified, presenting workshops that are educational and enjoyable for both the new and seasoned writer.  The facilities … Continue reading →

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungAugust 17, 2015
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Why I Do What I Do

It is always fun to travel, meet, and work with young readers.  This time a young reader traveled my way…nephew Anthony with a grand surprise.  He read A Letter to Mrs. Roosevelt to me! Thank you for the wonderful memory, … Continue reading →

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungAugust 17, 2015
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Our New Library

We waited patiently as our beloved Ridgefield Library was under renovation.  It was worth every moment!  My three books are painted into the mural at the Author’s Corner. … Continue reading →

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungAugust 18, 2015
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My Head in a Book

The marble floors and carved wooden ceilings inside the New York Public Library are beautiful!  However, the painted wall murals are equally astounding.     … Continue reading →

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungAugust 17, 2015
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Best Place on Earth on a Rainy Day

While in New York City for the SCBWI Conference, my husband and I visited the New York Public Library.  The children’s literature exhibit was quite informative. Thank you to all who made it a wonderful visit. … Continue reading →

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Carmine Coco De YoungAugust 17, 2015
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