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Memorial Day was born out of a tradition of honoring the fallen soldiers of the Civil War. The original name was “Decoration Day” and the commemoration was organized by local communities [...]

Have you ever stopped to consider what it means to be an American? Roll the word around in your head for a moment. What images comes to mind? Do you see patriotic images reflecting ideals and [...]

The sun has appeared in the east and the house is quiet. The group staying in the neighboring house has finally gone to bed after pulling an all-nighter on their back porch. Sunday morning in the [...]

Last Friday, I decided to end a long-term relationship. The decision was not made lightly and though I will still need to find a way to coexist, I am determined to move on. For well over 30 [...]