All beautiful, like flowers, however named —
Via The 12 Kinds Of Fireworks You’ll Probably Encounter This July 4th @ Digg
All beautiful, like flowers, however named —
Via The 12 Kinds Of Fireworks You’ll Probably Encounter This July 4th @ Digg
An annual reading of the Declaration of Independence, with transcript below, from NPR — DAVID GREENE, HOST: And now we will celebrate Independence Day, as we do every year at MORNING EDITION, with our reading of the Declaration of Independence. (SOUNDBITE OF BELL) STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: (Reading) When, in the course of human events, it…
ARLINGTON, Va. — Darrell Stafford inspected a freshly dug grave at Arlington National Cemetery recently and nodded. The burial plot, 5 feet by 10 feet, was ready for the coming ceremony. It was just one of 28 funerals that he would help oversee that day. During his 32 years at the cemetery, Mr. Stafford has…
From among the many presidential proclamations of Thanksgiving, here is the first, from Pres. Washington in 1789: By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly…
#166273058 / gettyimages.com Thanksgiving’s a favorite holiday for many, and a bountiful meal (and providing one to others) is part of that tradition. What’s your favorite part of a Thanksgiving dinner? I’ve a poll below, and multiple selections are possible. Friday Poll: Thanksgiving Meal Favorites