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Memorial Day, Modern Term for Decoration Day Memorial Day was formerly known as Decoration Day. Decoration Day was first enacted to honor Union and Confederate soldiers after the Civil War. Decoration Day became Memorial Day after World War I. The day was extended to honor all Americans who had died in all of our wars.…
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Memorial Day is right around the corner. For most people, Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day, is all about vacations, parades, and family cookouts. This year, before you fire up the barbecue, take a moment to learn more about the history of Memorial Day. And don’t forget to try more mindful Memorial Day activities.…
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Traveling during Memorial Day can get chaotic. Sometimes the best and most Mindful approach to a long weekend is a Memorial Day staycation. So, consider planning a Memorial Day cookout for your friends and family. You’ll save yourself from awful headaches and high travel costs. During the Memorial Day holiday (from Thursday to Monday), more…
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“Rules for Survival” to organize your guests and create a smooth and enjoyable holiday for all. Here are a few mindful ideas on dealing with memorial weekend guest tips. Before the Guests Arrive Send out a family letter with a list of items they need to bring. There are fewer surprises if you clearly state…
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Americans all over the country are looking forward to Memorial weekend. It’s a holiday that unofficially kicks off summer and it’s a great time to enjoy outdoor activities with family and friends. Check out these mindful memorial weekend ideas. The American Automobile Association (AAA) has prepared a travel forecast for Memorial Day 2015. According to their research…
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We watched a few World War II movies over the last days. This is something very unusual for me because I deplore violence in all forms and have never been able to view anything pertaining to war. The Impact of World War II in Our Family My father and five of my uncles were in…
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