November includes many great days to celebrate. Besides two of my new favorites, Tongue Twister Day and National Geography Day, we’ll enjoy Thanksgiving, our … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Day? Or Turkey Day?
Teaching in a reputable Christian college, I was shocked 15 years ago to find that many students did not know the origins of this favorite holiday. To them the words … [Read more...]
Over the river and through the woods . . .by Lydia Maria Child
Over the river and through the woods, to grandmother’s house we go; The horse knows the way to carry the sleigh, through white and drifted snow... It’s that time … [Read more...]
The Power of Thank You
I had a post ready on the zesty gift cranberries are to Thanksgiving but find I must post on the power of “thank you” instead. On my recent trip to Israel (I’m … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving or Turkey Day?
I was sad years back to find that numerous students even in Christian high schools and colleges do not know the origins behind American Thanksgiving and join many … [Read more...]