Things

Rainbows

October 27, 2009

I snapped this picture of a rainbow because it looks as if it is shining down onto the fence…also because I didn’t have anything else to talk about. I think one of these days I might have to dig under that fence, and see if I can find my pot of gold! What do you [...]

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History of Halloween

October 15, 2009

As Halloween nears, The Urban Cowboy decided to take a look into its history, just where did Halloween come from anyways? It turns out Halloween has very old roots, 200 years to be exact! Its history dates back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). Living in the areas that are now Ireland, [...]

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Trick or Treat

October 15, 2009

Trick or treating is thought to have its roots from the early All Souls’ Day parades held in England. During All Souls’ Day, the poor would beg for food and families would give them pastries called “soul cakes” in return for their promise to pray for the family’s dead relatives. The practice of giving soul [...]

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Superstitions

October 15, 2009

Halloween has always been a holiday filled with mystery, magic and superstition. It’s origins began as a Celtic festival celebrating the end of the summer months and the beginning of the winter months. Believing this was a time spirits could cross over, they would set aside places at the dinner table, left treats on doorsteps [...]

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History of Pumpkin Carving

October 15, 2009

Just where did the tradition of pumpkin carving during the Halloween holiday come from? During the month of October, carved as well as whole pumpkins can be found everywhere in the country from doorsteps to dinner tables. Despite the widespread popularity of pumpkin carving every Halloween, few Americans really know why or when the jack [...]

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Drug Dog

September 10, 2009

I was waiting for the ferry when I noticed that an officer and his drug dog were inspecting the line of cars. As the two worked their way toward my vehicle, my heart started pounding and my mind started to race! Oh, good! It looks like the dog has found something in the car next [...]

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