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Hippies, Giving Thanks and Sweet Home Nowhere

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November 26th 2009
Righteo. Ive had the opportunity to partake in some fine American traditions recently, most notably Halloween and Thanksgiving. Now just to put it in context both are huge holidays here and Halloween is all about excess in costumes, candy (people just stare at me if I say lollies) and alcohol. Id been warned out early (Dec 08) by the Moye family that Halloween was their party and attendance was co ... read more

North America » United States » Florida » Jacksonville

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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