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The Crazy Evolution of Holidays

Posted on May 26, 2017 by

On Monday, we will celebrate Memorial Day in the US.  The day we honor our fallen soldiers.  And eat hot dogs and hamburgers. I’m not kidding.  If you’ve read my last post, you know how important Memorial Day is to … Continue reading →

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Who Needs Badges When You Have A Beanie?

Posted on October 2, 2016 by

Scouting was a tradition in our family.  My brothers were Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.  I was a Brownie Scout and Girl Scout.  My daughters were Daisy Scouts and Brownie Scouts. Which was surprising since I hated it. A dream … Continue reading →

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September 12, 1918 The day my family changed forever…

Posted on May 23, 2015 by

“On August 3, 1918, Major Harvey was transferred to the 103rd Field Artillery, and assigned to the second battery. With this battery he went into position September llth, participating in St. Mihiel offensive, September 12th, on which day he was … Continue reading →

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