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I love the springtime, a time of renewal and rebirth, of buds and blossoms. I love planning my little front garden and what to put in the boxes on my deck. There's something very comforting about digging in the dirt and watching things grow. It's also the season we celebrate rebirth of another sort. Christians celebrate Easter, Jewish familes celebrate Passover, our pagan friends celebrate Beltane and let's not forget April Fools' Day. |
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April Fools' Day |
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Everyone knows that April 1st is a day in which we play pranks on each other and the media present silly stories (I'll never forget NOVA's documentary on a spaghetti farm). But have you ever wondered why? Click here to find out! |
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Passover |
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Passover commemorates the release of the Jewish people from bondage in Egypt. During the night of the tenth plague, in which every Egyptian first-born son died, it was the blood of the sacrificial lamb, smeared on the doorpost of every Jewish home, which safeguarded those within from the Angel of Death. Click here to learn more about the history and customs of Passover.. |
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Earth Day |
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The first Earth Day was held April 22, 1970. I was there. It was a most inspirational experience..and I was that far from Pete Seeger...Earth Day was founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson in an effort to promote awareness of the environment and what the human race was doing to it. Teach-ins were held all over the country to educate and enlighten. It has since become world-wide. Click here to find out what you can do this year... |
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Easter |
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In Christian countries, Easter celebrates in scripture, music, art, poetry and prose the mystery and miracle of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the son of God. Journey through a further exploration of the celebration of Easter here |
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Beltane |
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Beltane, meaning "bright fire" or "lucky fire" is held on May 1st and celebrates the start of the crop and pasturing season. Many believe Beltane honors the old Celtic god, Belenus. To learn more about this ancient festival, click here... |
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Spring Flings!! |
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Holiday Home |
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