Category: holidays

Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving, everyone

Across the nation, people are on the road or in the air, making their way to the homes of relatives and loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving tomorrow. And I’m here to attest that everyone who wasn’t traveling today was at my local supermarket. No doubt every person there will be hosting someone’s Thanksgiving tomorrow. With … Continue reading Thanksgiving Eve

Early yesterday I posted “Thank a veteran today.” Then last night I came across an article on NBC News entitled “Your ‘thank you’ to veterans is welcomed, but not always comfortably received.” It seems not all veterans enjoy being told “Thank you for your service.” Some feel uncomfortable because they think they don’t deserve it, … Continue reading A star for every veteran

Today is Veterans Day. Not tomorrow, the day you probably have off from work. Today. November 11, 2012. Originally known as Armistice Day, it was to remember the moment the World War I armistice between the Allies and Germany went into effect — at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. … Continue reading Thank a veteran today

Oops, almost missed my Halloween post. Been too busy hiding from trick-or-treaters. Apparently no one has taught today’s kids that you don’t ring the bell when the porch light isn’t on. But best wishes to all my readers for a safe, fun evening, however you choose to spend it. Continue reading Boo, humbug