Grapefruit tree

Merry Christmas from the Desert

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December 24th 2005
Merry Christmas to family and friends! We hope everyone has a happy, healthy and prosperous 2006. The Palm Springs area has been lovely with warm days and cool nights in the desert. Today will reach 82, hottest day we’ve had so far. We are listening to Christmas music and remembering good times with family and friends during past holidays. We even have a little Christmas tree on the bus. ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more