TRIVIA TODAY – Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Greetings Infomaniacs,

I often wonder where authors get the inspiration for their
characters. For instance, do you know how author A.A. Milne
came up with the idea for Winnie the Pooh? Read on to find
out some interesting tidbits about Pooh bear and all of his
friends…

Enjoy!
Melissa

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                    TODAY’S MYSTERY QUOTE

QUOTE: “I believe in the imagination. What I cannot see is
infinitely more important than what I can see.”

HINT: (1932-), American photographer, work is noted for its
innovation and artistry.

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                        RANDOM TIDBITS

Winnie-the-Pooh’s official debut was in 1926 in “Winnie-
the-Pooh,” by A.A. Milne.

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The characters in A.A. Milne’s stories are based on toys
once owned by his son, Christopher Robin. The original toys
are now on display in the New York Public Library.

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Of the original Pooh characters, only Owl and Rabbit came
solely from Milne’s imagination.

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Winnie-the-Pooh’s original name was Edward but was changed
after Christopher Robin met a real bear named Winnie at
the London Zoo.

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Christopher Robin’s stuffed Eeyore lost the stiffening in
his neck over time, which gave him the morose appearance
that served as inspiration for Milne’s character.

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Tigger was not introduced until 1928 in “The House at Pooh
Corner.”

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                  *** Weekly Mind-Scrambler ***

Nothing on the outside
Nothing on the inside
Light as a feather
Yet ten men cannot lift it.

What is it?
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Answer will be posted in Friday’s Trivia Today. Good Luck!
If your name appears in Friday’s newsletter,
email me your complete name and address and I will ship
your prize.
Be sure to put “Winner” in the subject line.

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QUOTE: “I believe in the imagination. What I cannot see is
infinitely more important than what I can see.”

ANSWER: Duane Michals.

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