St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 is often celebrated with timely traditions such as Chicago dying its river emerald green and us having St. Patrick’s Day parades and drinking drinks like the Shamrock Shakes from McDonald’s. Here are 9 surprising facts that you might not know about how St. Patrick’s Day started, its legendary symbolsContinue reading “March 18: St. Patrick’s Day”
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March 13: International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is held on March 8 every year and is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It also gives an opportunity to promote gender equality and women’s rights worldwide. Women’s achievements and advocates for gender equality are also celebrated and we have to reflect on theContinue reading “March 13: International Women’s Day”
Dec 19: Merry Christmas, Everyone!
I wish everyone a wonderful and Merry Christmas and a very happy new year! I look forward to seeing all of you the second week of January. Let’s see what traditions Cole and Charisma do when they celebrate Christmas. Let’s watch some Disney Christmas videos and songs. First one my favourite Winnie the Pooh. ThisContinue reading “Dec 19: Merry Christmas, Everyone!”
December 10: Christmas and Religion
Today I thought we could look at five different religions and how they celebrate Christmas. Christianity During the Christmas season, Christians celebrate Christmas in numerous ways. Families and churches from all around will set up a Nativity Scene or a mini replica of the birthplace of Jesus Christ. The scene is composed of the baby Jesus, theContinue reading “December 10: Christmas and Religion”
October 24: Roll with Cole and Charisma
(Taken from https://www.chaffinluhanafoundation.org/challenge/cole-sydnor-charisma-jamison/) A fateful dive into the James River in Virginia to get across the rapids cost Cole Sydnor the use of his arms and legs when he hit his head on a rock in August 2011. Cole was only 16 years old. Sydnor’s recollection of the accident is vivid. He recalls floating faceContinue reading “October 24: Roll with Cole and Charisma”
April 2: April Fool’s Day!!
Here’s a funny video that describes April fools. Here Are 10 Interesting Facts about April Fools’ Day 3. Official recognition: April Fools’ Day is not a recognized holiday in most countries. However, it’s widely celebrated and embraced by people of all ages as a date for laughter and amusement. Many media outlets, companies and evenContinue reading “April 2: April Fool’s Day!!”