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Proclamation of Thanksgiving

Washington, D.C. October 3, 1863 This is the proclamation which set the precedent for America’s national day of Thanksgiving. During his administration, President Lincoln issued many orders similar to this. For example, on November 28, 1861, he ordered government departments closed for a local day of thanksgiving. Sarah Josepha Hale, a 74-year-old magazine editor, wrote […]

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Celebrate Cinco De Mayo, May 5th under an Awning!

What better way to celebrate Cinco De Mayo than with Enchiladas and a cold beverage? Perhaps under an awning! Summer is here and Cinco De Mayo is just around the corner.  So grab your shakers and sombrero and get cooking.  Cheryl’s Chicken Enchiladas Two large chicken breasts, roasted or cooked on the grill  Substitute:   Costco […]

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