While a midsummer celebration is not as popular in the United States, it is a major holiday for most regions in Europe. Just as the name implies, midsummer is the period of time in the middle of the summer; it has varied among cultures under different names and traditions, but the holiday occurs primarily near …
When I first started homeschooling almost 20 years ago, I knew in my heart that conservation and climate change activism would be a major component. I sought out every opportunity for outdoor experiences for my kids to learn about conservation practices and science first hand. Our desire to make a difference for the environment resulted …
I didn’t start learning a foreign language until high school. Two years of a foreign language were strongly advised for all students in college, yet few language learning opportunities existed. The only options available were Spanish or French. In fact, the same is true of my alma mater today. We live in a multicultural world. …
I grew up in a Norwegian American home. My maternal and paternal great grandparents emigrated to the United States in the mid-1880s. Many of the foods that I consider comfort foods are of Scandinavian origin. While family recipes have been passed down through the generations, sadly other traditions have slowly been lost. My ancestral heritage is …
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My family has always loved camping. When the children were toddlers, we enjoyed annual summer camping trips and occasional day hikes. Now that they are older, we have expanded our outdoor experiences and skill sets to include overnight backpacking trips and Dutch oven cooking. My daughter is an active Venturer and aims to complete the requirements for the …
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