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This Day in History: 9/11/2001

Twin Towers NYC

“The attacks of September 11 were intended to break our spirit. Instead we have emerged stronger and more unified… We are more determined than ever to live our lives in freedom.”

—Mayor Rudolph “Rudy” Giuliani, New York City (in office 1994–2001)
Click HERE to visit Awakenings for poems commemorating 9/11. . .
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Awakenings: Word of the Day ~ BEER

There are quotes about beer, jokes about beer, stories about beer, lovers of beer and haters of beer. Nonetheless, football games, barbeques and beer, whether you like them all or in part, became icons of American culture, along with baseball, hot dogs, Chevrolet and apple pie.

Read MORE @ Awakenings. . .

Be sure to leave a comment at Awakenings so I know you stopped by for a visit! Like here, too

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Labor Day

Visit catnip’s sister site Awakenings for a Labor Day contribution!

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AWAKENINGS!

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A Bit of Humor

Rabbit, rabbit, rabbit or White rabbit

What do you say first day of each month

To bring you luck?

Go to Awakenings to learn more…click HERE!

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Awakenings: This Day in History

August 31, 1997

Wikipedia.org

Tragedy struck at the heartstrings of young and old as news of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales spread around the world. What a tragic end to such a gracious lady who will always be remembered for her charitable spirit.

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Death of a Hero

First man to walk on the moon, 1969

Astronaut Neil Armstrong dies at age 82.

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Let us pause for a moment of silence in honor and memory of this great hero. . .

Where were you when man first walked on the moon?

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Awakenings: Life = Risk

Today catnipoflife’s sister site, Awakenings, received inspiration from Don in Massachusetts. He posts quotes for daily inspiration with spashes of humor embedded within great photography. Sometimes he gets pretty risqué but even then presents a great message.

Click HERE for Life = Risk!

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Awakenings from Then ’til Now
Tate Publishing
Coming Soon!
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American Classics

Awakenings from Then ’til Now
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BE SURE TO CLICK THE LINK, READ THE POEM AND LEAVE A COMMENT AT AWAKENINGS!

Catnipoflife invites you to visit her sister site, Awakenings. Ah-h-h-h! The American classics – where would we be without them? Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and Chevrolet, all have their place among America’s iconic figures. From books to poetry to songs to movies and videos, each has its place among America’s favorites.

It was while I was visiting various blogsites that I was prompted to revisit the posting at Awakenings. Dicy McCullough’s post for the day was Braves’ Game: Favorite Thing #4. It brought back so many memories, especially of my late sister-in-law. She dearly loved the Braves. If a game was on and she had to go to the bathroom, the radio was right there with her! I have never known anyone as devoted as she. The sad part is she never did get to see a game live but she dutifully listened to their games.

With or without the baseball game, there is no better treat, at the table or on a picnic, than the all American hot dog. Whether grilled, broiled, boiled or fried, Chicago style, coney dog or your own home style, the feeling of biting into that ‘dog’ is all American!

Don’t know what to prepare for dinner tonight? Grab a hot dog! Give and receive a smile!

Added bit of Trivia: The hog dog is no longer just a ‘dog in a bun’. Numerous hot dog variations can be found state to state, across the nation, country to country and around the globe. Enjoy to their fullest!

What is your favorite ‘dog’?

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!

A Tribute to America with Patriotic Music

July 4, 1776

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!

America FOUGHT, America WON!

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At the Heart of Awakenings

Do you have the right ingredients for a Patriotic fourth?  catnipoflife’s sister site Awakenings presents Prepping for the Fourth of July. Videos, music and more. . .

 

Remember Me! (Lizzie Palmer Supports Our Troops with a heart-rendering video already seen by over 31 million viewers! )

Pledge of Allegiance (Red Skelton, 1969, presents a VERY interesting ending!)

Star-Spangled Banner (7 yr old Rhema Marvanne marvels young and old with her dynamic voice!)

God Bless America ( The original FIRST broadcast radio performance of God Bless America by Irving Berlin as introduced by Kate Smith on November 10, 1938.)

Awakenings from Then ’til Now

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