Category: Traditions

All About Flag Day

All About Flag Day The official flag of the United States of America is an integral part of our national identity. The first flag was adopted on June 14, 1777, under the First Continental Congress. Even though the Revolutionary War was well underway by the time it was adopted, it became an important symbol. Each… Read More >

Posted by Gwen Watson on Jun 14, 2021

What’s In A Name — Baby Names That May Shock or Inspire You

The baby names that may shock or inspire you. It’s old news that celebrities, ever eager to be original have given their babies some bizarre names over the years. There’s Sylvester Stallone’s son, Sage Moonblood, actor Jason Lee’s son Pilot Inspektor, singer-songwriter Bob Geldof’s daughter Fifi Trixibelle, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s son Buddy Bear, and… Read More >

Posted by Barbara on Feb 9, 2021

Grandma Claire’s Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

I have the most wonderful memories of eating these Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, freshly baked out of my Grandma’s oven when I was a child. They were so soft and chewy, and had chocolate in every bite, both from semi-sweet chocolate chips and a grated Hershey bar. Every time I make them now as an… Read More >

Posted by Mackenzie Fraser on Jan 12, 2018

6 Unique Christmas Tree Themes

Do you envy your neighbor’s unique Christmas tree themes? Do you decorate your Christmas tree the same way every year? While there is nothing wrong with sticking with tradition, it can be fun to do something different. Here are some unique themes you can use to decorate your tree this year.

Posted by Gwen Watson on Nov 18, 2015

Mother’s Day Traditions Around the World

Each year, people worldwide set aside at least one day to honor their mothers with Mother’s Day traditions. Not only that, but they all carry a common theme – to help make their lives easier for at least one day out of the year. Here’s an overview of some of the traditions you can borrow… Read More >

Posted by Gwen Watson on Apr 23, 2015

Christmas Traditions Around the World

Do you ever think about Christmas traditions around the world? Think about it, every family has its own Christmas traditions. For instance, in my parent’s house, we all open one present on Christmas Eve, then save the rest for Christmas morning. At my friend’s house, it’s all about the stockings. Does your family serve a… Read More >

Posted by Gwen Watson on Dec 15, 2014

A Brief History of Coffee

Second only to oil, coffee is the second most traded commodity globally. It’s estimated that 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed each day worldwide! Today is National Coffee Day, so we thought it was time to share a brief history of coffee and how it became a global phenomenon!

Posted by Gwen Watson on Sep 29, 2014