Housewarming traditions have been around for hundreds of years. People have an exciting time and mark an important occasion in their lives with these …
Continue ReadingThe tradition of burying St. Joseph’s statue upside down goes back hundreds of years. We will explore why the statue is buried upside down in …
Continue ReadingExperience the rich history and culture of the northern African country of Morocco by learning about the food, history, religion and customs of this …
Continue ReadingThe people of the Nenet tribe have survived an arctic environment for thousands of years. Learn how the traditions and customs of the Nenets have been …
Continue ReadingNot long ago, I vacationed on a clipper ship visiting the Greek Islands and the trip inspired me to write about their weddings, how they’ve remained …
Continue ReadingA dazzling individual with many accomplishments under his belt, Nelson Mandela was a pivotal native of South Africa who mandated peaceful regulations …
Continue ReadingWhat do people do when they get on television? Mostly it’s “Hi, Mom” including a wave or the shorthand sign—pinkie finger to …
Continue ReadingWhen is the Summer Solstice and how is it celebrated? Read about the history of the holiday, when it is, and why it was important to ancient peoples …
Continue ReadingArcheologists and historians have long been debating the original purpose of Stonehenge. Read on to learn their latest conclusions about the mysteries …
Continue ReadingJune 14 is Flag Day, a celebration of the birth of the American flag. This is a time to honor the flag as a representation of American values of …
Continue ReadingWhy is Juneteenth so important? After all, the slaves were freed by the Emancipation Proclamation, more than two years before Juneteenth even …
Continue ReadingThe Jewish Festival of Freedom celebrates and commemorates the strength and faith of those in the Jewish religion. Passover, the Seder and significant …
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