TheDeeZone Christmas, Music

Sounds of the Seasons 2012: Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring

Each year between Thanksgiving and New Year's I post Christmas music.I try to post at least one song per week but may most more or even less. I have decided in this year's edition of Sounds of the Season to feature some of my favorite. Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring is my 2nd favorite song. … Continue reading Sounds of the Seasons 2012: Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring

TheDeeZone History, Thanksgiving

A Brief History of Thanksgiving

 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

TheDeeZone Holidays, 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

TheDeeZone Holidays, Photography

Thank You for Serving

Thank to all who have served and are currently serving our country.

TheDeeZone Holidays, Life, Top 10

Repost: Top 10 — Stuff I learned from my Dad (and Granddads too)

Originally posted 19 June 2011. In honor of Father's Day I am sharing some of the important life lessons I learned from my Dad and my granddad's.  I was blessed to have a Dad, Granddad, Great-Granddad and several uncles who were positive influences in my life. #10: It is okay to be a nerd. #9: … Continue reading Repost: Top 10 — Stuff I learned from my Dad (and Granddads too)

TheDeeZone History, Holidays

Memorial Day: Thank You

Thank to all who have served or are currently serving our country. The Honor Flight Network , a non-profit organization, sponsors honor tour for our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit their memorials. Currently, priority is given to World War II veterans and terminally ill veterans.