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Cry Out America Announces the Fifth Annual 9/11 Nationwide Prayer Gatherings

Philadelphia, Pa.-The anniversary of America’s declared independence from Great Britain in 1776, observed on “the Fourth of July,” is a celebration that has deep roots in the American tradition–many people displayed the American... »

How History Feels

To their credit, my two little girls sat patiently as the Cherokee peace chief explained his slit ears, metal breastplate, and high-heeled shoes. On the table in front of him sat a rifle, swan feathers, a clay mug, and other shards of the past. He only stumbled once in his recreation of what happened nearly [...] »

Yesterday

I saw youyesterday,holding hands with the one you love.My thoughts turned back to ouryesterday,and I smiled.This poem © Kevin Walker. Published July 2012.  »

Friends

The English Countryside, 1768Over the hills I nervously walk,Stumbling over the stumps, andAround the curves,To find my loveSo that we can talk.I have a clueAs to the things she might say.She’ll be angry!She’ll be livid!You see, I was only supposed to beGone for a day.But time passes quicklyWhen you’re with your friends –Working hard,Having fun,You don’t really want i... »