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.
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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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First man to walk on the moon, 1969
Astronaut Neil Armstrong dies at age 82.
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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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’?
A new post, This Day in History, has been added to catnipoflife’s sister site, Awakenings. While there are many events that took place on this day, June 25, two are showcased on Awakenings: Battle of Little Bighorn and American Civil War.
Also included is A Prelude to Indian Uprising, which offers insight into the devastating treatment of the Native American Indian. Depicted in poetic verse is The Trail of Tears: one of the saddest episodes in American history. Totally overlooking the Native American Indian in the “All men are created equal” clause of the Declaration of Independence, this episode brutally closed the curtain on native American culture.
“Some people no matter how old they get never lose their beauty – they merely move it from their faces to their hearts.” ~Martin Buxbaum
On the Road to Independence. . .
A new post has been added to catnipoflife’s sister site, Awakenings, as the next part of the series of postings leading up to America’s independence finally being won.
Remember:
America FOUGHT for FREEDOM!
Remain mindful that the Fourth of July is NOT just about picnics and fireworks!
Know the history behind what the celebration is truly about!
America, the Beautiful!
About the video: Ray Charles is a true Southern legend, for that matter, an American legend! The voice of his soul will remain in our hearts and minds forever. Let us never forget for whom this song was written – – – AMERICA, the Beautiful, our land, our home, our country, our freedom!
On the Road to Independence. . .
catnipoflife‘s sister site, Awakenings, is featuring a series of postings leading up to America’s independence finally being won. Remember: America FOUGHT for FREEDOM! Remain mindful that the Fourth of July is NOT just about picnics and fireworks! Know the history behind what the celebration is truly about!
God Bless America, the Beautiful!
…They are the reason we are free!
“Are they dead that yet speak louder than we can speak, and a more universal language? Are they dead that yet act? Are they dead that yet move upon society and inspire the people with nobler motives and more heroic patriotism?”
~Henry Ward Beecher
Remembering our fallen heroes @ Awakenings from Then ’til Now. . .
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