Today is the day for giving thanks to God. From the etymology dictionary: “1550s, “pleasing to the mind,” also “full of gratitude, disposed to repay […]
History Nibbles
{History Nibbles} President Truman
We are visiting Missouri and Kansas next month as part of our Civil War study. I have found visiting historical sites really solidifies our studies, […]
{History Nibbles} Reformation Day 10/31
Did you know that not only is October 31st Halloween or All Hallow’s Eve, but it is also Reformation Day? Why should you care? Do […]
[Colorado History] Fort Collins, CO
I have lived in Colorado most of my life. That means I have lived here for more than 45 years *gasp!*. When I decided to […]
{History Nibbles} Henry Knox
Henry Knox, better known as General Knox, was born July 25, 1750 in Boston. He was the 7th of 10 children, but 6 of his […]