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What better way to celebrate than a Memorial Day Picnic!

Posted on May 28, 2012 by athomasMay 27, 2012

Memorial Day Picnic It is as American as Apple Pie, but a Memorial Day Picnic is a great thing for a celebration. We gather to remember the sacrifices made for Freedom and Liberty by those proud Patriots. We honor their … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Uncategorized | Tagged patriots, veterans

Why did the Backyard Clothesline fall out of favor?

Posted on May 24, 2012 by athomasJune 16, 2012

Backyard Clothesline Growing up it was a given here in North Carolina that every yard would have a backyard clothesline. I know we had a dryer but it was rarely used unless we were in a sustained rainy pattern. I … Continue reading →

Posted in History | Tagged clothes, self reliance, simplicity

Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy a true hero and protector

Posted on May 16, 2012 by athomasMay 15, 2012

Lt. Michael P. Murphy History tells us the story and reveals that Lieutenant (Lt.) Michael P. Murphy was a protector and hero. It is because of men like him that the United States Flag means what it does. He paid … Continue reading →

Posted in History | Tagged MOH

Exactly who was the Original Lost Colony

Posted on May 4, 2012 by athomasJuly 23, 2015

Original Lost Colony I read with interest the latest research to find what many call the Lost Colony, but it really makes me wonder who the Original Lost Colony was? If you grew up in the United States chances are … Continue reading →

Posted in History, North Carolina | Tagged History, indians, NC

Today we celebrate the brave minutemen of 237 years ago!

Posted on April 19, 2012 by athomasApril 19, 2012

Brave Minutemen The date was April 19,1775 and the brave minutemen stood up to the World’s best army of the time. As we look back 237 years ago why would these British craftsman and farmers stand up against what was … Continue reading →

Posted in History | Tagged guns, History

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