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Labor Day 2024: A Celebration of Workers and the Future of the American Workforce

29 Aug
Labor Day 2024: A Celebration of Workers and the Future of the American Workforce

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September, is more than just the unofficial end of summer. It’s a day dedicated to honoring the contributions of American workers who have built, sustained, and advanced the nation. As we observe Labor Day in 2024, it’s an opportune time to reflect on the evolving landscape of […]

Independence Day 2024: Celebrating the Foundations of Democracy

02 Jul
Bureau of Engraving and Printing engraved vignette of John Trumbull’s painting Declaration of Independence (c. 1818). Engraving by Frederick Girsch. Scanned from an original impression, part of a Treasury Department presentation album of portraits and vignettes (c. 1902), possibly presented to Lyman Gage. (Epson 10000XL scanner @2400dpi). For Independence Day 2024 Blog Post

As we gather to celebrate Independence Day 2024, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the extraordinary principles that form the bedrock of our democracy. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States are not merely historical documents; they are the living framework of a great experiment in governance, where the rule […]

Happy Labor Day 2023!

04 Sep
Family and Friends in silhouette celebrating Happy Labor Day 2023

Happy Labor Day 2023! This day serves as an annual commemoration of the labor movement’s contributions to the social and economic achievements of American workers. Importantly, it’s a time to reflect on significant milestones that have shaped our current work environment. The journey to secure workers’ rights has been long, and many of the benefits […]

Happy Independence Day 2023 – Toward A More Perfect Union

03 Jul
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The phrase “toward a more perfect union” comes from the Preamble of the United States Constitution, a document that embodies the ideals of freedom, liberty, and justice that we celebrate every 4th of July. This phrase captures the aspirational nature of the American project, an ongoing endeavor to create a nation that continually improves and […]

Technology plus Vintage Art for a Merry Christmas 2022

21 Dec
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Using Technology to Add Old-Fashioned Ambience – Merry Christmas 2022 Enhance the senses and sensations for a Merry Christmas, 2022 style.  Little can beat the aromas of a Christmas dinner cooking, or the tastes of Christmas cookies – including your favorites – shared during a holiday celebration with loved ones. Kids playing add to the […]

Thanksgiving Day Traditions

23 Nov
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Happy Thanksgiving Day Traditions Thanksgiving Day traditions vary widely, I’m sure.  In preparation for this holiday post, I looked up a lot of them.  While they included many great traditions, some of which we practice in our home, a couple of my favorites were missing. First, the common traditions that we practice here are no […]

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