Category Archives: Holidays

General Discussion, Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Posted on July 11, 2017 by Stella
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Today In History, July 6, Guest hosted by patternpuzzler!

Posted on July 6, 2017 by Stella

Well, folks, it would appear we have a short day in today’s tidbits – but there are a few gems in here to be had this July 6:

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The White House Celebrates Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Stella

President Trump’s Speech at the Military Families’ Picnic 7/4/17

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Celebrate!

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Stella

I cry when I listen to this song, but I feel pride at the same time. I’m celebrating my country today, its Independence, its beauty, and essential goodness. You all know that about half of the population says that they … Continue reading →

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General Discussion, Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Stella
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God Bless America!

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Stella

An early recording of Kate Smith performing Irving Berlin’s 1918 patriotic song, God Bless America. I love this version, because it includes the prelude, While the storm clouds gather far across the sea, Let us swear allegiance to a land … Continue reading →

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Today In History, July 2, Guest hosted by patternpuzzler!

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Stella

Well, this is a little long because it’s been a very busy day of the year! Skimming is, of course, acceptable! Welcome to today’s tidbits of history, July 2…

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President Trump Participates in the Celebrate Freedom Rally – 8:00 pm

Posted on July 1, 2017 by Stella

President Donald Trump will make remarks honoring veterans at a Kennedy Center event. President Donald J. Trump to Join Pastor Robert Jeffress in Honoring Veterans at the Kennedy Center for the ‘Celebrate Freedom’ Concert. Trump is spending the weekend at … Continue reading →

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Today In History, June 30, Guest hosted by patternpuzzler!

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Stella

Welcome to today’s historical trivia for June 30th!

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Today In History, June 28, Guest hosted by patternpuzzler!

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Stella

Hi Gang! Here are your Tidbits of History for June 28th! I (Stella) screwed up and didn’t get this out earlier today. I have one excuse, because I took Tucker to the vet today (and forgot about this).

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