The first Thanksgiving was observed the fall of 1621. Governor Bradford decreed there should be a day of thanks to celebrate harvest.(1) During colonial days thanksgiving was celebrated after the fall harvest however there was no uniform observance until October 1777. In 1789 George Washington became the first president to declare a Thanksgiving holiday.(2) Journalist … Continue reading A Brief History of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Traditions
Today’s article is about the traditions and symbols of Thanksgiving. I know that many families have their own special traditions. For my husband’s family Thanksgiving was about eating a lot of food and watching the Cowboys play. Thanksgiving for my family was a little bit different. Earlier in the week it usually included the annual … Continue reading Thanksgiving Traditions
Song Challenge 3: A Song That Has My Favorite Animal
I have selected "The Horse". It was a popular marching band song when I was in high school. I really hadn't thought of it in years until a friend mentioned it on Facebook. Apparently, the song is still played by high school bands. The information with the video says it is preformed by FHS Mustang … Continue reading Song Challenge 3: A Song That Has My Favorite Animal
Aspergers and the Media
One of the TV show's I watch regularly is NBC's Parenthood. Parenthood follows the challenges and daily lives of Zeke (Craig T. Nelson) & Camile Braverman (Bonnie Bedelia) Braverman and their adult children. One of on-going story-lines revolves around Adam (Peter Kraus) & wife Kristina (Monica Potter) and the challenges they face raising Max (Max … Continue reading Aspergers and the Media
Thank You for Serving
Thank to all who have served and are currently serving our country.
Random Pictures: Baptist Donuts?
I've decided to start posting a collection of random images I have taken (usually on my phone) that I find amusing or otherwise interesting. Saw this box and it made me wonder just exactly what is a Baptist Donuts? Yes, I have an odd sense of humor.
Pray for Our Country
Pray for our country and then.
The Dee Zone 