It comes once a year, and it always comes with much anticipation. Whether you are a DC metro resident or a visitor, these pink little poufs of beauty inspire all of us with awe. Today’s National Cherry Blossom Festival has grown from modest beginnings into the nation’s greatest springtime celebration.… read more →
St Patrick’s Day is Ireland’s national holiday. People hold parades and festivals to celebrate Irish culture on the day. What Do People Do? People throughout Ireland hold parades and festivals that celebrate Irish culture. The largest parade is in Dublin. Many towns and villages also have their own parade. Local… read more →
The winter storms that hit U.S. homes from the East to Midwest brought heavy snowfall, high winds and below-freezing temperatures. Many homes endured harsh conditions, and now it’s time to address any problems the winter storm created before they get worse and cost thousands in repairs or replacement. You should… read more →
On Saint Patrick’s Day in the Nation’s Capitol and surrounding areas, you will see, hear and smell Irish Festivities from every Pub in every city! For those of you that aren’t looking to spend your time elbow to elbow with your fellow pub drinking patron, there are other activities to… read more →
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead by an hour before bedtime of Saturday March 8, 2014. Daylight saving time begins at 2am on Sunday March 9, 2014. Losing that hour of sleep signals that spring is right around the corner and you need to be awake to ready your… read more →
Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday, referring to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the “Lent” season, which begins on “Ash Wednesday”. The day is sometimes referred to as Shrove Tuesday, from the word shrive, meaning “confess.” Celebrated in… read more →
Whether you’re gleefully expecting a refund or dreading writing that IRS check, scammers hit full throttle as you gear up for tax season, continuing through April 15 (and even afterward). Here’s how to stay clear of them. Mail Thievery In the last few weeks, tax-filing documents from employers, banks and… read more →
The early days in the White House, sheep happily called it home. Pets with Presidents seem to give these powerful heads of our country, a softer, more human side. Our beloved pets bring out the best in us. Their loyalty knows no bounds, and they never tire of hearing our… read more →
President Barack Obama Excluding his four years in Indonesia (between 1967 and 1971), Barack Obama’s life was spent in half a dozen residences, primarily in Honolulu’s Makiki neighborhood. His first boyhood home however, was on 6085 Kalaniana’ole Highway in Hawaii Kai district about 5 miles east of Makiki. This bungalow,… read more →
Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day has spread around the world, resulting in unique traditions from country to country. Sure, sometimes the U.S. can be a little superficial with red roses and sentimental cards, but its not all SweeTarts and teddy bears everywhere. From Beijing to Iraq, different cultures express… read more →