Thanksgiving is a day of national celebration in more than a dozen countries. Thanksgiving has its roots in the Christian practice of giving thanks through prayer for good fortune. Today we think of Thanksgiving as a celebration of a successful harvest. Our ancestors had a far broader view. Special Blessings… Read more“Map Monday, Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes”
Map Monday, Most Popular Halloween Costumes in each State
Why do we wear Halloween costumes? Children, and increasingly adults, love to dress up for Halloween. Trick-or-treating was always one of my favorite events. What’s not to like about pretending to be a pirate, superhero, or some undead incarnation? Add to that the appeal of free candy (at least in… Read more“Map Monday, Most Popular Halloween Costumes in each State”
Map Monday, Natural Range of Budgerigar Parakeets
Budgerigar parakeets or ‘budgies’ as they’re often called are the most common pet bird in Europe and North America. In fact, they may well be the most popular pet after dogs and cats. Oddly, they achieved this status relatively quickly. While humans have kept pet birds for thousands of years,… Read more“Map Monday, Natural Range of Budgerigar Parakeets”