Observed annually on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day commemorates the U.S. military men and women who died in service. This day was formerly known as Decoration Day to recognize those fallen soldiers of the Civil War. Today Memorial Day is extended to include all military personnel who died in any war. Favorite Things [...]
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23 Nov
Giving Thanks on This Day!
The one common denominator found among most cultures involved families getting together, while sharing good food and conversation. We remember learning the story about the first Thanksgiving (although it probably was not called Thanksgiving Day) where people of different races, creeds and colors gathered for a celebration of gratitude, fellowship and survival. Let’s continue to embrace [...]
4 Sep
Celebrating Labor Day!
Labor Day, which is celebrated on the first Monday in September, is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. This annual national tribute is recognized for the contributions that U.S. workers made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country The first governmental recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 [...]
30 May
In the Spirit of Memorial Day
Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who died while serving our country in the military. Memorial Day, officially proclaimed by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic on May 5, 1868 was initially observed on May 30, 1868. During this observance, flowers were [...]
5 May
¡Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Each year on the fifth of May, we celebrate Cinco de Mayo. So what is Cinco de Mayo all about? This festive celebration of Mexican culture and heritage commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over France in 1862, during the Franco-Mexican War at the Battle of Puebla. This war occurred from 1861-1867. Traditional celebrations of Cinco [...]
22 Apr
Celebrating Earth Day: “Earth Song” by Michael Jackson
As we celebrate Earth Day today, we recall a very poignant video by Michael Jackson called “Earth Song” that will forever leave an emotional thumbprint on our hearts. We want to share that video with you, but want you to be forewarned that there are portions of this recording that contain graphic images you may find [...]
1 Jan
Happy New Year 2011!!!
There is a simple reason why we say Happy New Year and not Happy Old Year! This is a new year filled with new perspectives, new energy and a newness of life! Leave the old destructive things and habits in the past. Create new positive and edifying things, through new opportunities and ideals. “For last [...]
22 Dec
Merry Christmas to All
It seems like this year sped by and we are in the midst of celebrating Christmas. It’s just as astonishing to realize that we are about to enter a brand new year. Let’s remember that Christmas is not about how many gifts we get, but about the gifts we’ve been given through love, joy, peace, [...]
