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That Mom, she is always notifying me of the latest deals. Sadly, she was one day late on letting me know Great American Cookies® gave away free cookies all day yesterday. . . .

Sunday took us to the Shenandoah National Park where we hiked the tallest peak in the park — Hawksbill Peak. At 4,051 feet, the climb took us a little more than two hours. We were planning a longer adventure, but the trail signs confused us, leading us on a shorter path. It was still a steep climb with pretty views, so in the end, it all worked out.

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A stink bug inside Cole's car.

Say hello to my new non-friend. It's a stink bug. The only good news about this buggy enemy is that he won't hurt me. He will just stink if I smash him. Turns out, a few years ago, they invaded the area. I don't think that is the case this year, but I still dislike them.

The other day, we took Cole's car to the store. When I opened the door, some flew at me. Then I sat down in the seat, shut the door and screamed because more fell on me. Their clingy legs and ability to soar off freaks me out. So, after Cole swiped a bunch away, we drove off. But, now I keep finding them in the house. Because I don't really deal well with them, I trap them in a cup until Cole can come save me. So if you are to visit, you might find a cup sitting upside down on the floor for some unknown reason. Well, now you know. . . .

Three entries, but only one winner for the National Coffee Day challenge. Congrats to Cole by one point. But for the idea and playing, I hope my mom enjoys the frappe picture. She quite enjoys those.

Curious about the correct answers? Read below.

1. Which country drinks the most coffee?

• c. Unites States

2. In what country was the energizing effects of coffee first found? . . .

Until my mom, a coffee drinker, informed me that Saturday, Sept. 29 is National Coffee Day, I was unaware the peppy holiday even existed. To celebrate, caffeinated drinking establishments across the country are celebrating with free coffee or coupons for their customers. . . .