Hand-Cranked Ice Cream, Fireflies, Fireworks: Independence
Although we are more used to BBQing and hand-cranking ice cream in 100 degree sunny heat in Texas than this drenched 70 degree novelty, we conquered both!
Historical Sewing and Time Travels
Tag: patriotism
Texas-style Independence Day
With everything bedecked with patriotic red, white and blue, I love hand-cranked ice cream, grilling dinner, George M. Cohan, and fireworks on Independence Day.
Writing our Texas History Curriculum for Grammar Students
That summer I researched the history of San Antonio and Texas, visiting all the sites possible.
I learned more about my home than I ever learned in school.
Inspiring Patriotism with stories, songs, and example
My happy first grade memories recall reciting the pledge and singing a patriotic anthem while holding the American flag high at the beginning of the school day.
