April 30th, 2008
Sometimes what one country celebrates as a holiday has a very connotation in another country. One such observance is Liberation Day in Vietnam. No American over 45 or so can forget the images of Americans, foreign nationals, and South Vietnamese who had worked for the Americans being airlifted off of the roof of the [...]
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April 29th, 2008
April 29 is Shōwa Day in Japan. It is the anniversary of the birth of the Emperor Shōwa (Hirohito), who reigned from 1926 until his death in 1989. Hirohito’s reign saw Japan move from a primarily rural country into an industrial power. He also oversaw the turbulent years of Japan’s involvement in World War II, [...]
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April 29th, 2008
This week the bloggers of b5media’s Lifestyles Channel are sharing the spaces where they blog. Of course, my workspace reminds me of holidays large and small–Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day, Mardi Gras (beads), Thanksgiving, Easter, and Mother’s Day. Just out of sight is my holiday blogging “Bible:” the 821-page “Holidays, Festivals, and Celebrations of the World [...]
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April 27th, 2008
Few holidays are complete without food. Virtually all cultures include a dinner with friends and family in their holiday traditions. In this spirit of sharing recipes for your holidays, large and small, we’re starting a new weekend feature, highlighting posts from other food bloggers. Enjoy!
“What’s in Season Now” from Busy Family Meals
“May 3 is [...]
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April 27th, 2008
We have a winner in the Mother’s Pampering Package Giveaway Contest. Shannon at Palmersf.blogspot.com will be getting the package in the mail. (I’ll contact you privately for your mailing address.) Congratulations to Shannon and thanks to all who entered.
(winning comment was picked using random.org)
(photo © 2008 K. Ellis)
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April 26th, 2008
The month of May brings the beginning of summer, Mother’s Day, and Cinco de Mayo…as well as all of those flowers. Here are a few of the holidays we’ll be discussing in May:
May 1 - May Day
May 5 - Cinco de Mayo
May 11 - Mother’s Day
May 13 - National Apple Pie Day
May 19 - Victoria [...]
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