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Ponder the Universe

Spark campfire conversation with Audubon books and poetry readings. Fill a lull with timed, 30-second haiku contests:

Turkey and dressing...
Seconds, thirds, and back again
Need to take a walk.

Note: Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry consisting of 17 syllables broken into three metrical phrases (5, 7, and 5 syllables, respectively) and typically containing a kigo, or seasonal reference.

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