Category Archives: History

Can You Pass This 100 Question U.S. Civics Quiz?

Posted on March 26, 2018 by Stella

Here’s an “oldie but goodie”; from time to time we post a quiz so that you can test your knowledge.  I’m sure that you all will do remarkably well! Most of the questions in this quiz are taken right from … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Puzzles & Quizzes, Uncategorized | 17 Comments

General Discussion, Tuesday, March 20, 2018

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Stella
Posted in Government, History, Uncategorized | 167 Comments

What to eat on St. Patrick’s Day?

Posted on March 17, 2018 by Stella

This ^^^ is what I am eating! The traditional favorite, accompanied by root veggies and cabbage. I have many meals ahead containing this delicious beefy treat. My mother called it a “boiled dinner”, and she also made that with ham, … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Holidays, Recipes, The Culture, Uncategorized | 12 Comments

Quote of the day …

Posted on March 17, 2018 by Stella

“Today, we need a nation of Minutemen, who are not only prepared to take arms, but citizens who regard the preservation of freedom as the basic purpose of their daily lives, and who are willing to consciously work and sacrifice … Continue reading →

Posted in Government, History, The Culture, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

General Discussion, Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Stella
Posted in Government, History, Uncategorized | 184 Comments

1967’s view of the home of the future

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Stella

I had fun this morning looking at a few old films about home planning in the 1940’s and 1950’s, and this 1967 film, hosted by Walter Cronkite, about what our homes would look like in the 21st century, including the … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, History, The Culture | 6 Comments

General Discussion, Tuesday, March 6, 2018

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Stella
Posted in Government, History, Uncategorized | 309 Comments

National Anthem Day!

Posted on March 3, 2018 by Stella

Today, in 1931, President Herbert Hoover signs a congressional act making “The Star-Spangled Banner” the official national anthem of the United States. On September 14, 1814, the sun rose over Ft. McHenry in the midst of the Battle of Baltimore. … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Music, The Culture, Uncategorized | 26 Comments

Respect The Flag

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Stella

“When we don’t respect the flag enough to fight for it, we will be the weakest generation.” Jon McNaughton Full quote: I painted President Trump picking up a shredded and trampled flag off the football field. He holds a wet … Continue reading →

Posted in History, The Culture | 7 Comments

General Discussion, Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Stella
Posted in Government, History, Uncategorized | 147 Comments