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Posted in American Countryside Best of Maryland

Volunteers Helping Others in Tragedies

Today we see these volunteers helping others around the world after natural disasters and other tragedies.  It all began with one woman who left her…

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Posted in American Countryside Best of Maryland

One of the Most Recognized Organizations

Today it is one of the most recognized organizations helping those in need…and its story began with one women helping the soldiers of the Civil…

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Posted in American Countryside Missouri Saint Joseph

Preparing for a Crowd of Thousands

St. Joseph, Missouri is a town of about 75,000 people.  However, this August, there are estimates that up to a half million people may jam…

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Posted in American Countryside Missouri Saint Joseph

Star-Gazing In the Afternoon

God willing, I know where I will be at 1PM on August 21st.  I’ll be outside our home looking at the stars in the sky. …

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Posted in American Countryside Missouri Saint Joseph

Elusive Trips Around the World

Some people will travel the nation and world to hear or see their favorite band or team.  Jackie has made similar trips, but her journeys…

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Posted in American Countryside Missouri Saint Joseph

A Once-In-A-Lifetime Event

The last time this event took place in the continental United States was 1979.  Now, thirty-eight years later, it’s back and many people will make…

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Posted in Alabama American Countryside

The George Washington Carver Museum

There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of Garret Morgan, but you’ve been impacted by his inventions.  But incredibly, there were some who would not…

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Posted in Alabama American Countryside

Two Doors To the Same Building

When I went to this building to do today’s feature, I was a little confused.  There were two front doors and it was difficult to…

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Posted in Alabama American Countryside

Taking School To the Students

In the days when it was difficult for some to come to school, the school went to the students.  And in this case, the teacher…

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Posted in American Countryside Illinois

A Two Story Outhouse

You may be tempted to believe this small building in central Illinois is just a gimmick devised for people to stop and take a look. …

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