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The Gardener of Saint-Antoine
The garden on Rue Saint-Antoine did not look like something you inherited. It looked like something you apologized for. I stood at the rusted iron gate on my first morning as its owner, keys heavy in my palm, wondering how grief could leave behind so much responsibility. My aunt had called it a gift in her will. A place of continuity. A space worth saving. I remember thinking she must have been kinder than honest.
By LUNA EDITH2 months ago in History
Jingle Bells was written for a minstrel show
Jingle Bells is not a Christmas song I asked a clerk at a local store why there was no Christmas music this year. The young African American man began telling me that he could not deal with the rotating songs during hsi shift.
By Cheryl E Preston2 months ago in History
Presidents' Day replaced separate celebrations in February
Presidents' Day replaced two February observances When I was a schoolgirl in the early 1960s, we observed the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln on February 12 and George Washington on the 22nd. Lincoln's birth date was never a holiday, but teachers had us draw pictures of both US leaders, and we learned about their contributions.
By Cheryl E Preston2 months ago in History
The Day the Sky Burned
On the evening of May 6, 1937, the sky over Lakehurst, New Jersey, was calm and expectant. A gentle rain had fallen earlier, and a crowd of reporters, photographers, and spectators stood watching as a giant silver shape slowly descended from the clouds. It was the LZ-129 Hindenburg, the pride of Germany and the largest airship ever built. To many, it was not just a mode of transport—it was a symbol of human ambition, luxury, and technological triumph. No one knew that within minutes, this floating marvel would become a burning nightmare.
By moeez yousafzai2 months ago in History
Who is John Snow? What is John snow real name?
Early Life and Birth Kit Harington, best known for portraying Jon Snow in the globally acclaimed television series Game of Thrones, was born on December 26, 1986, in Acton, London, England. His full name is Christopher Catesby Harington. He comes from a historically notable family; his ancestry can be traced back to English nobility, including ties to King Charles II. However, despite this lineage, Kit was raised in a relatively modest and grounded environment.
By Daily Motivation2 months ago in History
The Legacy of Genocidal Maniacs and the Father of It All.
I posted a piece earlier today on Meta, and the engagement lent to the discussion of what Trump will be remembered for. I believe that the end will be less than what he conceived, but he will absolutely be remembered for something.
By Sai Marie Johnson2 months ago in History









