In time-honored tradition, February 2 is Groundhogs Day, where all across the country, we wait with bated breath for a furry rodent to tell us how soon winter will end. While the tradition is much older, Groundhog Day was adopted in the U.S. in 1887. honor of this and other cherished rituals, this month’s theme is Superstition. Our theme…your take. You have a maximum of 1887 words. Deadline: February 28.

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