June 25, 2010
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My grandpa is a veteran of World War II. His experiences are among my favorite family stories. While staying at his home last week, I noticed an interesting book on his shelf. It’s an untranslated copy, in German, printed in … Continue reading
May 17, 2010
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A few of you asked which history book I was reading when I posted about the power of history recently. Having completed the book, I wanted to share it with you and share my thoughts about it. The book is … Continue reading
May 4, 2010
by jennifer
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All my life I have loved history. It was my major in college. I learned a lot there, not just about history but also about historians. I learned about historians who wrote about things they loved, things they respected and … Continue reading
February 22, 2010
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Of all the stories from the American Revolutionary War, the Battle of Trenton remains my favorite. Something about it just gets me every time. It seems to epitomize the stuff of which that generation was made. Endurance and sacrifice are … Continue reading
February 22, 2010
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Today is February 22nd. It’s the 278th anniversary of the birth of George Washington. I call that cause for celebration. The more I read about him, the more I respect him. Sure, he was just a man, imperfect. But he … Continue reading
February 12, 2010
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Today marks 201 years since Abraham Lincoln’s birth. While we have a national holiday to celebrate the births of our two great presidents, both with February birthdays, we celebrate each one separately in our family. Valentines Day is sandwiched between … Continue reading
February 12, 2010
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Our family has a special tradition every February 12. We eat hoecakes (otherwise known as corn cakes). Corn cakes is probably a better term, but my children love the name hoecakes. The name is a result of these cakes being … Continue reading
February 12, 2010
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While this book wouldn’t likely be classified as children’s literature, it is today’s designated reading in our home. For today is February 12th. Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. And this book is hauntingly beautiful. I cannot read it without feeling humbled, reverent, … Continue reading
November 11, 2009
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As I was driving past our city cemetery, there was a little golden spot in the middle of all the green. It touched my heart so much that I went home to get my camera and drive back. While all … Continue reading
November 2, 2009
by jennifer
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In our home, 2009 has been the Year of the Penny. Why? Well, I happen to love history, especially American History, and so there are just some dates I pay attention to, like February 12, 1809. Anybody know what happened … Continue reading
