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How to get in the Christmas Spirit – Explore Washington Irving’s Christmas
Start with Christmas journey in the Hudson River, where the image of our traditional Christmas came alive in Tarrytown with Washington Irving. This is a journey created by Washington Irving, known as the “Father of the American Christmas,” and built the foundation of Clement Clark’s ” A Visit from St. Nicolas.” So take a journey…
Read More3 GREAT NATIVE AMERICAN LIFETIME STARS IN PROFESSIONAL ATHLETICS
Native Americans spent much of their early history playing games. However, Native games are more than just games. They build body and spirit through exercise, which all age groups play —children, youth, and adults. Many games have roots in ancestral tests of strength and sport that reinforced group cooperation and sharpened skills in often hostile…
Read More3 Native American arts still inspire and recharge us
If you ever noticed, the countless rock and cave paintings dominate the American Indian culture. You realize that Native Americans have contributed to the arts in many different moods and mediums. For example, it is the buffalo’s role in the lives of the American Indians, and they depicted the grand…
Read MoreHow Native Americans Can Help Us Save and Honor the Earth
Ideas for sustainability and creating our best ways to live it helps to look to the Native Americans. They have loved and cherished the earth for centuries. The following Ute Prayer says it best. Earth, Teach Me…. Native American Quote Earth teaches me quiet ~ as the grasses are still with new light.…
Read MoreAre your ready for a memorable vacation? Visit one of United States’ Ancient Cities
Are you looking for a life-changing vacation experience? Do you want to go deeper into an understanding of the United States? You’ll discover a more profound admiration for early American history. You’ll find that America has an ancient city. When we think of ancient lost cities and great archeological sites, we typically believe outside…
Read MoreWhy do authors like trains? Here are some exciting discoveries.
“I like trains. I like their rhythm, and I like the freedom of being suspended between two places, all anxieties of purpose taken care of: for this moment, I know where I am going.” Stasiland: Stories from Behind the Berlin Wall by Anna Funder Jessica Gross delves into why writers like trains…
Read MoreDiscover why your mind, body, and spirit need a vacation among the trees like Mary Oliver.
WHEN I AM AMONG THE TREES by Mary Oliver When I am among the trees, especially the willows and the honey locust equally the beech, the oaks, and the pines, they give off such hints of gladness. You may wonder why you need a vacation among the trees. Let’s start with some fascinating facts about…
Read MoreHow to find inspiration to help you recharge by exploring and living with Nature
BLOG-4.22.docx What, in the earth world, is there not to be amazed by and to be steadied by and to cherish? – Mary Oliver Nature is the fundamental gift that gives us so many free benefits. Dhava Patel gives us Five Proven Ways Spending Time in Nature Inspire Creativity. To give you more inspiration…
Read MoreNative Americans are receiving well-deserved honors
Native Americans in the United States began over tens of thousands of years ago. Many archaeologists believe it may have been about 1200 BC. For the past 500 years, Native American people have faced multiple issues, including genocide, dislocation, and various forms of physical, mental, and social abuse. Today, things are looking brighter for Native…
Read MoreGet outdoors to stay healthy, happy, and hopeful.
As Paulo Coelho says, “It’s the simple things in life that are most extraordinary.” And that’s what nature is for you. It gives you spectacular gifts. Open a door, walk outside, and soak up nature. It’s incredible to discover how many great beautiful gifts we receive when we take an excursion in the natural state.…
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