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First Pet Bo Obama Gets His Own Parade

Heather R. — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:40:45 +0000

The first family have been in Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts for the last few days for an end of summer vacation, and yesterday first dog Bo Obama got to join them. No doubt he’ll have a lot of fun on the 28-acre property!

Locals held a parade in Bo’s honor, with about 200 Martha’s Vineyard residents showing up with their own dogs in tow to greet the presidential pooch.

However, he first-ever pet parade for the island actually went off without the guest of honor! Perhaps Bo didn’t get his invite in time, but it didn’t upset too many residents, though a few were seemingly disappointed. Resident Ellen Jacobsen told the SC Today that her dog Bryce was looking forward to it: “We were hoping Bo would show up because Bryce really wanted to sniff his butt.”

The parade, held at Ocean Park, is expected to become an annual event, and the organizer, who has been a summer resident for over 50 years, said next year’s will be even better. Let’s hope Bo makes it next time!

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First Pet Bo Obama Gets His Own Parade

Memorial Day Celebration & Patriotic Crafts

Mary Emma Allen — Mon, 25 May 2009 05:00:08 +0000

Even though Memorial Day is celebrated today, instead of on the actual date of May 30, we’ll still see many parades, patriotic celebrations and family gatherings. Young and old will be watching if they’re not marching. Some towns hold other festivities and recognition of the men and women who have fought to keep our country free.

When I was a youngster, veterans’ service to our country was well recognized and not criticized as we appreciated being free. I lived during the years of World War II and knew about black-outs, bomb scares, rationing, scarcity of food, aluminum drives and everyone working together to support the military.

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Then Memorial Day (often called Decoration Day, when we decorated the graves of the fallen military or those who had served and died later) was a time to recognize their sacrifices.

We hung the large flag from our front porch. I still have photos of our family standing in front of it with my uncle who has served in an even earlier war, World War I.

Crafters today often make items with patriotic colors and themes. My daughter has a number of these she places around the house. What do you make for patriotic celebrations and family gatherings?

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Memorial Day Celebration & Patriotic Crafts

Lively Woman on Parade

Heather R. — Tue, 04 Jul 2006 10:02:38 +0000

Wish me luck. In my endeavors to be more lively, I’ve signed up to WALK in our city’s July 4th Parade. I’ll be wearing a red T-shirt and walking with several dozen ladies from our local Curves. I’ve NEVER walked in a parade before.

We’re supposed to walk several miles. I guess if I get too tired, maybe I could climb on the flatbed truck with the Curves exercise equipment. I plan on bringing my water bottle. Cold water always taste good when I exercise. I wonder how many calories this parade will burn?

Happy Birthday, U.S.A.!

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Lively Woman on Parade